Local Search Ranking Factors for Google Places
June 7, 2010 by Kyle Pearce
Today, David Mihm released his influential 2010 Local Search Ranking Factor survey. This year 34 search engine marketing experts provided their insights and the result is some very valuable information to help you gain a better understanding of how Google’s Local Algorithm ranks listings. [Read more]
Getting Listed in Google Local Search for Vancouver
December 11, 2009 by Kyle Pearce
If your business website is targeting people who are searching in the city of Vancouver and other Lower Mainland municipalities then you need to be found on Google Local. If you are not currently listed on Google Local, then you are missing out on a valuable marketing opportunity.
Google Local listings are now displayed at the top of the regular search results for location-specific searches. They appear as a combination of a local Google Map with business locations identified on the map with business listings posted to the right (see graphic below). For most local business searches in Vancouver, the Google Local map and listings will appear before the regular search results, which is why you need your business to be listed in the Google Local listings.
The Google Local listings as they appear for "vancouver pizza"
To get your business properly listed in Google Local you need to add your business’s information to the Google Local Business Center. You have the option to provide your address, hours of operation, photos of your business, information on your products, and contact information. The more information you provide the better. [Read more]
