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Review and improve local search effectiveness

Learn the importance of optimizing local SEO behaviour using Google Business Profile

Module purpose

Local search is important if you are a small business with a store/office or if you are a multi-channel business. Your website visibility can add search value by driving in-store traffic and revenue.

When people use Google search, they want the right information delivered as quickly as possible. A Business Profile on Google allows you to provide everything users need in a neat and attractive format that’s already familiar.

We’ll explain how you need to ensure your web pages are optimized for local search and the key benefits of having a Google Business Profile.

How is the Learning Path structured?

  • Objectives
  • Why local search is important
  • Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business)
  • Google Business Profile benefits
  • Ranking factors for Google Business Profile
  • Summary

Learning Objectives

  • Review your local search effectiveness
  • Know the main techniques available to target localized content
  • Understand the benefits of having an optimized Google Business Profile

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This module is in the Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Learning Path

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