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August 17, 2025 10 mins

Is your local business invisible when customers search "near me"? You're missing out on nearly half of all Google searches.

In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about Local SEO - and why it's completely different from regular SEO. If you serve customers in person or within a specific service area, this episode is a must-listen.

You'll discover:

  • Why 46% of Google searches have local intent (and what that means for your business)
  • The shocking truth: 76% of mobile local searchers visit a business within 24 hours
  • How businesses in the Google Local Pack get 93% more phone calls, clicks, and visits
  • Real examples of how small businesses beat major chains in local search results
  • The key differences between local SEO and regular SEO (they're not the same!)
  • Why your Google Business Profile is more important than your website for local visibility

Perfect for: Restaurant owners, retail shops, service providers, healthcare practices, salons, gyms, and any business with a physical location or local service area.

I'll share the exact strategy I used to get my STEM education center to dominate local search results - turning online searches into phone calls, walk-ins, and sales.

Ready to get found by local customers? This episode gives you the foundation to start showing up when your ideal clients search for businesses like yours.

Take action: Do a local search for your business today using your service + location. Are you in the top 3? If not, it's time to level up your local SEO game.

Subscribe for more SEO and website success tips that actually work for small businesses!

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