📍 Google My Business Setup Guide
Show up on Google Maps and dominate local search results!
📊 Why Google My Business is Critical
of searches are local - people looking near them
more likely to visit your business with GMB listing
ranking factor for local search results
Create Your GMB Account
Start by going to Google My Business
💡 TIP: Use the same Google account you used for Search Console
Enter Your Business Information
Fill in these details exactly as they should appear
Then add: IT consultant, SEO company, Web hosting company
Set Your Service Areas
Target the cities where you want customers
📍 Add These Service Areas:
Verify Your Business
Google will send a verification postcard or call
Verification Options:
• Phone verification (instant)
• Postcard to business address (5-14 days)
• Email verification (if eligible)
Optimize Your Profile
Complete these to rank higher
Add Photos
Upload 10+ photos: logo, team, office, projects
Write Description
750 characters about services, values, experience
Set Business Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Add Services
List: Web Design, SEO, IT Support, Hosting, etc.
✅ After Setup: Get Your First 5 Reviews
Reviews are THE #1 local SEO ranking factor. Here's how to get them fast:
- • Send review requests to your 5 best clients
- • Make it easy: share direct GMB review link
- • Respond to every review (builds trust + SEO)
- • Target: 5 reviews in first 2 weeks