Local SEO and Marketing Q&A Session May 23, 2025

Each week, Greg and Ben answer your questions on digital marketing for local businesses … local search engine optimization (SEO), Google Business Profile, social media, email marketing, websites, online advertising and more.

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This Week’s Updates and Questions

  • Bug causes knowledge panel to go missing on GBP.
  • What should I do if a former employee hijacks my GBP and makes changes?
  • How do I make sure I show up in local AI search?
  • What are some best practices for local heat map software or competitor analysis?
  • How do I get access to a GBP?
  • Do hotels and villas qualify for a GBP?
  • Are GBP Activities similar to GBP Posts?

Links from This Week’s Session

Bug hides knowledge panel for GBP

Ben Fisher
Ben Fisher is the co-founder Steady Demand and has been helping businesses grow their online presence since 1994. Ben is a Google My Business Platinum Product Expert, a contributor to the annual Moz Local Search Ranking Factors Study, and a regular contributor to BrightLocal. Ben is also the co-host of the new Local Marketing Institute podcast.