97% of people search online to find local businesses. If you aren't in the top 3 results, you are invisible. This checklist fixes that.
1. Google Business Profile (The Foundation)
Your GBP is your new homepage. Ensure your NAP (Name, Address, Phone) matches your website exactly.
- Claim and verify your profile.
- Select the correct primary category.
- Upload at least 20 high-quality photos.
2. On-Page Signals
Google needs to know where you are. Embed a Google Map on your contact page and ensure your city name appears in your H1 tags.
78%
of local mobile searches result in an offline purchase within 24 hours.
3. Reviews & Reputation
You need a system to generate reviews automatically. Recentness matters as much as the star rating.