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Google Maps Gets a Brand New Look

Google has announced a revamping of Google Maps and it is much more than a few changes. It is a reworking of the entire Google Maps interface from…

By Jennifer Slegg · 16 May 2013

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Facebook Graph Search: Local Search Ranking Factors

Facebook Graph Search could be an important driver of new customers for local businesses as it continue to roll out. This post…

By Glenn Gabe · 08 May 2013

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70% of Customers Pay Under $1,000 for SEO Per Month [Local SEO Survey]

SEO isn't the big money maker many people believe, with many SEOs serving a small number of clients most earning smaller revenue.…

By Jennifer Slegg · 07 May 2013

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Google Starts Treating More Country-Code Top-Level Domains as Generic TLDs

Google has just updated their list of ccTLDs (Country Coded Top Level Domains) they will treat as a generic TLD. This means…

By Jennifer Slegg · 07 May 2013

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Is Google Places Search Permanently Closed?

Google has removed the link to Places search. The link, which had been located in Google's "More" drop-down menu option, is no…

By Danny Goodwin · 06 May 2013

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Local Search via Non-PC Devices Quadrupled in 2012 [Study]

Of the smartphone users studied, 60 percent used apps to access local information in 2012. Tablets are also becoming a technology to…

By Jessica Lee · 06 May 2013

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International Expansion: Break Down Barriers With Google+ Hangouts

Expanding internationally is extremely challenging.you have to deal with different time zones, languages, and cultures. Google+ Hangouts can help break down the…

By Amanda DiSilvestro · 25 Apr 2013

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Video, Journalists & PR: 3 Keys to Local Small Business Marketing #Pubcon

Competing with the big names can be challenging for any SMB. Video can be one of the easiest ways to market your…

By Liana Li Evans · 24 Apr 2013

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Is Facebook Local Search’s Sleeping Giant, or Just Sleeping?

Facebook has the opportunity to tackle local. If you triangulate Facebook's recent moves with Home, Nearby/Local Search, Graph Search, and mobile news…

By Michael Boland · 19 Apr 2013

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International SEO Core Considerations

When expanding into a new market, it's critical to pick the right strategies to maximize your odds of success in the shortest…

By Dave Davies · 11 Apr 2013

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Social Search Concerns for National Multi-Location Brands

Developing a successful localized social media strategy can seem overwhelming, but by implementing these tips and seeking out a social CRM tool…

By Adam Dorfman · 11 Apr 2013

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Google+ Local Bible for SMBs

A well-optimized Google+ Local page can help you outrank your competitors in local search, build authority through +1's and user reviews, and…

By Guillaume Bouchard · 09 Apr 2013

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Google Authorship Presents Branding Opportunity for SMBs

Google authorship has made it easier for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to get their brands in front of prospective customers, because…

By Jay Taylor · 09 Apr 2013

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The Search Agency Launches Local Search Campaign Management Platform

The Search Agency has launched an automated alternative that lets search resellers get better results for small businesses doing local search -…

By Susan Kuchinskas · 19 Mar 2013

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International SEO Gone Wrong: 7 Assumptions Can Ruin Your Program

Coordinating an international SEO program can feel a lot like herding cats. Still, as common markets mature and competition increases, optimizing abroad…

By David Cato · 14 Mar 2013

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Google Maps for iPhone Update Adds New Local Search Features

Google Maps for iPhone has been updated with new local search icons to help you more quickly find restaurants, coffee shops, bars,…

By Danny Goodwin · 05 Mar 2013

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Facebook Graph Search: How Multi-Location Brands & Local Marketers Can Capitalize

Those who already embraced Facebook local marketing tactics to grow their page, increase engagement and dominate users’ news feeds should be in…

By Jon Schepke · 27 Feb 2013

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18 Social & Local Marketing Ideas Based on the Consumer Journey

These simple local and social search strategies are relatively simple to implement and should help you improve marketing performance. All these ideas…

By Richard Kirk · 26 Feb 2013

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5 Reasons SMBs Should Focus on Search, Not Social for Customer Acquisition

SMBs are placing more and more emphasis on social media marketing as a customer acquisition tool. Here are five reasons why this…

By Jay Taylor · 12 Feb 2013

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5 Reasons Why People Hate International Search Marketing

Many people hate international search marketing because of the numerous, time-consuming challenges surrounding it. Topping the list: inaccurate translations, a lack of…

By Michael Bonfils · 07 Feb 2013

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Google Warns SEO & Businesses to Avoid Fake Reviews

An update to Google’s spam detection algorithms will grow the number of reviews appearing on some Google+ Local pages. And Google has…

By Danny Goodwin · 04 Feb 2013

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Google Maps North Korea – Including Gulag

With the assistance of locals, Google has updated its Maps to fill in many of the blanks of North Korea's most remote…

By Danny Goodwin · 31 Jan 2013

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Google+ Tells Businesses Using AdWords Express Will Grow Followers

Looks like Google is once again trying to sell local business owners with a Google+ page on the idea that AdWords Express…

By John Rampton · 29 Jan 2013

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Google Debunks Dead Donkey Maps Image

Google released new images to prove that a donkey was not in fact taking a dirt nap after being run over by…

By Thom Craver · 17 Jan 2013

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Local Business Calling; Is Google Further Monetizing Local?

Google is likely using its newly launched phone support for Google+ Local Pages listing verification to help secure its lock on the…

By Adam Dorfman · 17 Jan 2013

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