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Category: Google Maps

Category for all the articles about local seo for local business

Digital marketing strategies Google Business Profile Google Maps

How to use free local Listings to get your store found online

  • By Ian Mackern
  • 25 June, 2025
Google Business Profile homepage with sample local listing
A free Google Business Profile helps small businesses get found online and attract local customers.
2 min read

Free local listings can drive foot traffic and real-world sales for small stores. Discover how to use platforms like Google Maps and Yelp to boost visibility—then manage everything easily with RAY.

Customer Experience Google Maps Local Business Marketing Loyalty

Why a simple loyalty card can keep your customers coming back

  • By Ian Mackern
  • 25 June, 2025
Black coffee shop loyalty card with punch slots for free drinks
A simple punch loyalty card like this can keep your customers coming back for more.
2 min read

Loyalty cards are a low-cost, high-impact way for small businesses to build lasting customer relationships. Learn how RAY helps make loyalty simple and powerful.

Customer Experience Google Business Profile Google Maps

The power of seasonal decor

  • By Ian Mackern
  • 24 June, 2025
Holiday-themed restaurant table setting with Christmas tree lights glowing in the background
A cozy restaurant setup with sparkling Christmas lights and a holiday table setting, perfect for attracting guests during the festive season.
2 min read

Discover how festive decor—like this warmly lit holiday table—can transform your restaurant, boost foot traffic, and create lasting memories for guests.

Google Maps

Affordable Local SEO: DIY Tools for SMBs [2024]

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 14 November, 2024
A woman looking for Affordable Local SEO
5 min read

Local SEO is essential for small businesses looking to attract customers in their area. However, many businesses shy away from SEO due to the costs […]

Digital marketing strategies Google Maps

7 Best AI Tools for Small Businesses in 2024: Boost Efficiency and Growth

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 11 July, 2024
BEST AI TOOLS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
5 min read

In today’s fast-paced business world, small business owners are constantly looking for ways to stay competitive and efficient. At RAY, we’ve had the privilege of […]

Google Maps

Mastering Local SEO for Franchises: The Definitive Guide for your Business

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 4 July, 2024
6 min read

As a franchise owner, operator or part of the marketing staff, you’re well aware of the unique challenges of managing multiple locations under a single […]

Google Maps

5 Best SEO Tools for Small Businesses in 2024: Boost Your Online Presence

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 2 July, 2024
image of the best local seo tools
6 min read

In today’s digital landscape, having a strong online presence is really a must for small businesses. That being said, we know that a lot of […]

Google Maps

What Are Local Citations?

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 26 December, 2023
16 min read

The development and maintenance of local citations, frequently utilizing a local citation service, is a crucial component of an effective local SEO plan. As a […]

Google Maps

Top Free USA Business Directories

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 22 December, 2023
2 min read

Enhancing your digital presence through the top free USA Business Directories, also known as citation building, is a crucial component of your online marketing plan. […]

Featured Google Maps

Local Search Ranking Factors 2023

  • By Franco Breciano
  • 29 November, 2023
18 min read

1. What are Google’s Ranking factors? The 2023 study identified 149 potential elements that experts in local search believe may influence how Google ranks businesses […]

Google Maps

Apple Maps: add your company quick and easy

  • By Simón González
  • 2 October, 2023
5 min read

Apple Maps has over 200 million users and can help more potential customers find your business. In this article learn how to add, claim and optimize […]

Google Maps

Complete Guide to Google Search Console 2023

  • By Simón González
  • 2 October, 2023
9 min read

Google Search Console provides the data needed to monitor your website’s performance and improve search rankings. This makes it indispensable for online businesses and entrepreneurs […]

Google Maps

Factors that improve local SEO ranking for stores [2024]

  • By Simón González
  • 2 October, 2023
9 min read

In order to maximize profitability, most local businesses must learn to compete in Google’s organic and local search results. This need has led to the […]

Featured Google Maps

Complete guide to Local SEO [2024]

  • By Simón González
  • 2 October, 2023
8 min read

Local SEO is a powerful force for small businesses: nearly half of all Google searches have a local focus. If your business isn’t optimized for […]

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Gym ‘Near Me’: how to rank high on Google

  • By Simón González
  • 29 September, 2023
7 min read

In today’s digital age, where searching for information and services is primarily done through mobile devices and computers, getting your gym to stand out in […]

Google Business Profile Google Maps Online Reviews

Restaurant ‘Near Me’: rank high on Google

  • By Simón González
  • 29 September, 2023
Waitress wears food at work in the restaurant
7 min read

In today’s digital age, where searching for information and services is primarily done through mobile devices and computers, getting your restaurant to stand out in […]

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