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Get more customers. Grow your local business.

Practical advice to help nearby customers find you, trust your business, and choose you. From local visibility and reviews to your website and customer relationships, discover ways to turn interest into lasting growth.
Illustration of a Google local map pack for physiotherapy searches with three business listings and map pins

Being found locally · 5 min read

How to show up on Google Maps in your area

What decides which nearby businesses appear on the map, and what you can do about it.

Physiotherapist guiding a client through a shoulder exercise with a resistance band

AI search · 5 min read

How to get your business recommended by ChatGPT and AI search

More customers ask AI tools for recommendations. Here's how to give them good information about you.

Illustration of customer review cards with stars and a feedback speech bubble

Getting reviews · 4 min read

How much do online reviews matter for a local business?

Reviews influence both who Google shows and who customers choose. Here's what actually counts.

Two home-service technicians carrying a toolbox from their van toward a customer's home

Being found locally · 5 min read

Why your competitors show up before you on Google

The common reasons another local business outranks you, and practical ways to close the gap.

Massage therapist holding fresh towels while welcoming a client into her wellness studio

Your website · 4 min read

How to get more customers from your local business website

Small changes that turn visitors into calls, bookings, and enquiries.

HVAC technician showing a homeowner a review link after a completed visit

Getting reviews · 4 min read

How to ask for a review without making it awkward

A friendly ask, good timing, and a simple link go a long way.

Wellness clinic owner listening thoughtfully to a colleague during a calm team conversation

Handling feedback · 4 min read

How to respond to a negative review

Stay calm, respond professionally, and move the conversation forward.

Illustration of a physiotherapy Google Business Profile showing hours, contact, services, photos, and a location pin

Being found locally · 3 min read

Five things to check on your Google Business Profile

The key details customers check before they call or visit.