Review extortion is targeting local businesses right now and scammers are attempting to ruin reputations everywhere.
The good news? Google has tools to fight back. Watch this week's Local Search Tuesdays to learn exactly what to look for and the steps to protect your business without having to pay a dime.
Full episode: https://t.co/NjS2R9Y2P8
Google's smart search box trains users to ask "best Italian restaurant downtown with outdoor seating" instead of just "Italian restaurant."
Longer queries create more location-specific results with bigger ranking variations across your market.
What's the longest local search query you've seen work?
@LocalFalcon Did you already test if it really is a ranking signal? And how it compares to local businesses with an address?
In the past, local SEOs have tested and confirmed it's not a ranking signal.
@elegantthemes Fix bugs. And open a public bug and feature request list so your loyal clients can submit and vote for them. That way you don't have to rely on posts like this and can work on 'most voted for' features.
De regels voor plastic wegwerpbekers en -bakjes veranderen opnieuw per 2027.
Je hoeft geen extra kosten meer te rekenen bij afhalen en bezorgen. Wel blijft gelden dat je een herbruikbaar alternatief moet aanbieden.
Voor ondernemers betekent dit opnieuw kijken naar verpakkingen en werkwijze, zeker na eerdere aanpassingen de afgelopen jaren.
Bij gebruik op locatie blijft wegwerpplastic niet toegestaan.
Restaurants, Tourism, and Hotels, oh my!
Google just released guides to help your business stay up to date with the latest best practices.
Greg Gifford has all the info in the latest episode of Local Search Tuesdays.
https://t.co/1VFdzar32T
✨Your Google Maps Crystal Ball✨
Find out about the two-hour wait from your couch instead of at the door. Now you can check insider tips on a restaurant's Google Maps page, summarized by Gemini.
As the weather warms up, local search volume is increasing for everything from patio dining to home repairs. Is your GBP ready for the spring rush? 📈
Check out the April Small Business Bulletin for a quick Spring Audit to help you capture the wave. 🌷🚀 https://t.co/un9zanWH5R
@rustybrick@TheSocialDude 2/2 ... later if it was published, I saw a message that reviews were temporarily paused for this location. Google didn't tell me when I gave a review and they never informed the GBP manager they paused reviews. I have yet to hear back from support.
@rustybrick@TheSocialDude 1/2 Unfortunately, sometimes they don't tell anyone. I got a call from a client that they didn't get any review in 5 days, while they average on 6 a day. I tested, I could leave a review, and only after checking back ...
IF YOU’VE EVER LOST YOUR VOICE FROM SAYING “WHAT?” TO THE PERSON SITTING DIRECTLY NEXT TO YOU:
Instead, ask Maps to "Find a cozy bar or wine bar nearby that's not too busy, has comfortable seating, and where the music isn’t too loud so you can have a conversation."
Ever noticed AI labels on hotel photos? 🤯
Google’s testing “Good to Know” tags on images 🏨
They scan photos + reviews… then drop instant insights ⚡
But not everywhere yet—some even show prices 💸
Watch closely next scroll… this changes bookings 👀