BUSINESS
Legacy Business Directory Modernization
Introduction: Assessing Legacy Directory Infrastructure
Business directories have been needed tools for decades, helping consumers find local services and businesses connect with potential customers. However,...
“Near Me” Searches: Optimizing Your Directory Listings for Hyperlocal Visibility
Introduction: Understanding "Near Me" Search Intent
When someone pulls out their smartphone and types "coffee shop near me" or "plumber near me," they're expressing a...
SMALL BUSINESS
Voice Search Is Here: Optimizing for Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant
Right, let's talk about something that's literally changing how we interact with the internet. You've probably asked Siri for directions as driving, or commanded Alexa to play your favourite...
Outdated Online Info Could Be Costing You – 62% Won’t Trust Wrong Details
Picture this: A potential customer finds your business online, excited to visit your new location. They drive 20 minutes across town, only to discover you moved six months ago....
Apple Business Connect Explained: Reaching iPhone Users via Apple Maps
Picture this: you're walking down the street, iPhone in hand, looking for a coffee shop. You open Apple Maps, and there it is – a business listing with photos,...
E-COMMERCE
The Future is Now: Why Your Business Needs to Be on an AI-Powered Directory
In a world where visibility determines business success, AI-powered directories are revolutionizing how companies connect with potential customers. These intelligent platforms go far beyond...
FEATURED
Google’s SGE and AI Search: What Local Businesses Need to Know
Right, let's cut to the chase. If you're running a local business in 2025, you've probably noticed something's different about Google search results lately....
SEO (2025)
Local Business Structured Data Optimization Guide
Let's face it – getting your local business noticed online feels like shouting into the void sometimes. You've got a fantastic service, loyal customers, and yet Google seems to...
E-commerce Schema: Boosting Product Visibility
You're selling fantastic products online, but they're getting lost in the search results. Sound familiar? Here's the thing - your competitors might be using a secret weapon that makes...
2025 NEWS & OPINIONS
MARKETING
The Impact of User-Generated Content (Reviews, Photos) in Directory Rankings
Introduction: Understanding UGC Ranking Factors
User-generated content (UGC) has transformed how online directories rank businesses and services. Whether you're managing a business profile or searching...
BUSINESS ADVERTISING (2025)
Are Online Business Directories Still Worth It?
Let's cut straight to the chase. You're probably wondering whether listing your business in online directories actually moves the needle in 2025. With social...
SMALL BUSINESS
Voice Search Is Here: Optimizing for Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant
Right, let's talk about something that's literally changing how we interact with the internet. You've probably asked Siri for directions as driving, or commanded...