Local Search
SEJ’s latest posts from guest contributors on local search optimization, local marketing and local advertising.
Bing Revamps Hotel Search Results With New Carousel
Bing has revamped the user interface of its hotel search results with a new carousel at the top of the...
How to Be a Local Content Machine & Build a Successful Business
Why local businesses should become a local content machine – and how to do it.
52 Local SEO Strategies for SMBs
Local SEO is getting increasingly competitive and the best practices keep changing. Here are 52 local SEO strategies for SMBs.
2017 Local Search Ranking Factors: Proximity to Searcher is Number One
Here are the top local search ranking factors of 2017, according to dozens of local search experts.
Google Continues to Crack Down on Fake Google Maps Listings
Google has released new data which details its recent efforts to keep fake listings off Google Maps.
Google Maps Now Lets You Review Continents and Oceans
You can find virtually anything on Google, and it appears that now includes reviews for Earth’s continents and oceans.
Google Maps Update: Create and Share Lists of Favorite Places
In an update to the Google Maps app for iOS and Android, you can now create lists of your favorite...
Google Maps on Android Now Shows How Difficult it is to Find Parking
Google has released an update for the Maps app on Android with the unique ability to display information about parking...
Google Maps for iOS Shows How Busy a Location is in Real-Time
Google Maps has updated its iOS app with a real-time look at busy a location right now.
New Google My Business Insights: Compare Photo Views Against Competitors
As of December 15, insights are now available for photos in Google My Business.
Google Offering Expedited Google My Business Verification for a Limited Time
For a limited time Google is allowing businesses to fast track Google My Business verification.
Now You Can Search Google by Tweeting Emoji At It
Among the number of languages Google understands, you can now add emoji to the list.
Google Maps to Show Live Views of Locations During Peak Hours
Google Maps is adding a real-time look at locations during their busiest times of the day.
The Most Innovative Ways of Communicating with Customers and Teams
Communication is key, and getting your message across is important. Here are some innovative ways of communicating with customers and...
How to Boost Exposure for Local Website Pages
Local search optimization isn’t difficult. Investing the time and resources are the keys to local SERP exposure.
Google to Retire Map Maker, Migrate Features to Google Maps
Google has announced plans to retire its standalone Map Maker product in March 2017.
3 Ways to Take Advantage of Google Maps Ads
There are three updates that are going to make an impact on user/business experience with Google Maps.Here are three ways...
Bulk Edit Attributes for Google My Business Listings
A new feature added to Google My Business allows Google users to edit attributes for businesses.
How to Use Local Data Aggregators to Cost-Effectively Manage Your Business Listings
Learn how to manage the tedious process of updating your online business directory listings. Save time and money by using...
Google Wants to Know Where You Are At All Times, According to New Patent
A patent granted to Google suggests the company has future plans to track where you are at all times of...