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Protect Your Local Business with Two-Step Verification

Use Two-Step Verification To Protect Your Local Business

Think about all of your email accounts, social media profiles, online banking, payment processing, and accounting systems. If any of those got hacked, it could cost...
Should You Use a Paid Local Listing Service?

Should You Use a Paid Local Listing Service?

Paid local listing services claim to solve your local search issues and save you time and money. But do they really work ... and...
Update the Local Business Data Providers

NEW GUIDE – Updating the Local Business Data Providers

We're excited to announce the launch of a brand new How-To Guide — Updating the Local Business Data Providers. With this new guide, you'll...
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7 Pinterest and Instagram Tips for Local Businesses

Your business probably already uses social media sites like Facebook or Twitter. But what about Pinterest and Instagram? Are they worth your time? Here's how one...

You Can Still Get a Free Business Listing on Yahoo

Believe it or not, 1 out of every 8 searches in the U.S. are still done through Yahoo, so you want your local business to be...
Four Key Local Search Sites

4 Listings You Must Claim to Impact Hundreds of Sites

Did you know your business is already listed on hundreds of local search sites? All of them ... including Google, Apple, Yelp, Facebook, and...
Optimize Facebook Cover Image for Mobile

Make Your Facebook Page Look Good on Mobile Devices

So you're happy with how your Facebook page looks on your desktop computer. That's great, but have you checked how your Facebook page looks on a mobile device? Since...
6 Steps to Local Search Optimization

Infographic: 6 Steps to Local Search Optimization

How do you make sure your business is found when a potential customer does an online search? It's a process called Local Search Engine...

Should You Turn Off Facebook Private Messages?

Do you check for private messages to your Facebook business page and respond to them on a regular basis? Private messages can be a...
Gratitude - The Science of Happiness

The One Secret to Happiness for Local Business Owners

Running a local business is rewarding, but can also be incredibly lonely and stressful. You've seen the tips about how to manage your time, reduce...
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