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Top 7 SEO Tips for Local Business

April 19, 2021 by Paulina Cruz

Have you heard of SEO (Search Engine Optimization), and know that it can be beneficial for your business, but just don’t know where to start? Here is a checklist of our top 7 SEO tips to show you what areas you should focus on, what needs to be optimized, and what you need to do to fix any problems you may encounter to best position yourself for local search traffic and business.

1. Start with a comprehensive audit

When you create a complete snapshot of your current SEO efforts, along with an understanding of your competition, you’re able to curate a plan that is going to be more effective and sustainable. We recommend that you conduct regular SEO audits and maintain an organized worksheet to record and track your progress.

2. Optimize your Website & Landing Page

When it comes to organic and local search, having a properly optimized site is more important than ever before. Organic signals are now tied into the local algorithm and having a properly optimized website will help you outrank your competition.

3. Correct Basic Location Information

Correct all discrepancies and inconsistencies in your business Name, Address, Phone number (NAP) and other related information. Also, ask questions about previous business names or previous experience with SEO or SEO penalties.

4. Seek Reviews & Reputation Management

Reviews have a direct impact on local search rankings. They can make or break a local business regardless of how well their keywords can rank. So, you’ll want to spend some time acquiring them in a manner consistent with the directory or service, such as Google, Facebook, or Yelp. For any directory, we strongly discourage paying for reviews.

5. Analyze and Maintain “Google My Business” Page

Find the proper Google My Business (GMB) URL and record it in your Local SEO Audit Spreadsheet. Follow Google’s guidelines to assure your business NAP, category, and subcategories, and other items are represented properly on your Google My Business listing.

6. Create Organic Link Building & Avoid Penalties

You need to keep the site out of a penalty short term and long term. You need to identify any potential problems and prepare yourself to make effective business decisions. Google penalties can be brutal, and recovery is not a walk in the park.

7. Analyze your Social Profiles

Review your profiles – Facebook, Google My Business, Foursquare, Twitter, Linkedin, Youtube, Instagram, etc.- and verify they have consistent branding, NAP consistency, high-quality photos, a business description, positive reviews, effective geo-targeting, and other elements in accordance with the guidelines of the platform. It’s very important that you post regularly to these platforms for them to be useful in your SEO efforts.

At Advertising is Simple, we consistently stay up-to-date on the most effective methods of SEO, that’s why we call it Adaptive SEO. What works today, may not work a few months down the road. We monitor your advertising results through A/B testing and in-depth analytics to get you the highest rate of return on your advertising dollars.

We believe local SEO plays a big part in the digital marketing arena and we have no doubts it will remain for many marketing light years to come! If you have any questions or would like to find out more about how Advertising Is Simple can help you compete in the Digital Marketplace while managing your online presence, get in touch!

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Anatomy of a Great Landing Page That Converts

February 2, 2021 by Paulina Cruz

There are many benefits of creating a dedicated landing page for your digital advertising campaign. One of the main reasons to create one is to avoid sending an ad campaign visitor to your website’s home page. It is just too ineffective, distracting and off-message.

A well-designed landing page is much more likely to convert visitors into leads when there is one CTA (call-to-action) and less clutter. Luckily, a great landing page isn’t that hard to create. Here’s what you should focus on the next time you’re creating a dedicated landing page:

Anatomy of a Landing Page That Converts:

1. Identify Customer Personas

Pin-pointing who is most likely to buy your product or service and targeting them with landing pages designed specifically to convert those personas can be a game changer for any advertising campaign.

2. Define A Goal

Each landing page should have its own specific goal – which could mean that you’ll need to create multiple landing pages for the same campaign based on the various outcomes you hope for. It can be either capturing email addresses, actually selling products or service, getting visitors to fill out a survey or even refer your business to a friend. Each of these actions is considered a specific goal which merits a unique landing page.

3. Design For Conversion

Designing a landing page that removes anything that might distract the visitor from your CTA (call-to-action) with the main message as the headline of the page and relevant to the ad or email campaign that sent the visitor to the page. Using a video, or at least a graphic, gives a higher conversion rate. Be sure to keep the contact form short and sweet, gathering the bare minimal information you need. Finally, don’t forget about the thank you page! This makes it easy to track your conversions.

4. Measure

Some landing pages will perform better than others – depending on how well their conversion design convinces customers. But you won’t know that unless you do some A/B testing. Measuring is an extremely important part of the process. Measure and test multiple landing pages for the same goal against each other – and then use the one that gets the best results!

If you have and questions or would like to find out more about how Advertising Is Simple can help you compete in the Social Marketplace and manage your reputation, get in touch!

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Make Your Business Stand Out with Google Guarantee & Upgraded GMB Profile

August 4, 2020 by Paulina Cruz

Back in April 2019, Google tested a subscription-based service for a monthly fee known as Google Guarantee. Such certification means your Google My Business profile gets an upgrade, which is supposed to make it easier for customers to choose your company over others when they’re conducting an online search.

The Google Guaranteed badge is available for businesses that pass a Google screening and qualification process through Google Local Services.

If your business is backed by Google Guarantee, and your customers (who found you through Google) aren’t satisfied with work quality, Google may refund the amount paid for the service. The upper limit of lifetime coverage for claims in the United States is $2,000.

Your business can be a part of Google Guarantee if you meet these eligibility requirements including a background check. The cost of the program is $50 per month or $600 per year.

What does Google Guarantee cover?

This new Google badge covers claims up to the amount on the job invoice up to the lifetime cap for coverage. Services, however, must be booked through Google Local Services. The Google Guarantee doesn’t cover add-on or future projects, damages to property, dissatisfaction with price or provider responsiveness, or cancellations.

Whether Google Guarantee becomes successful and available to all business is still to be determined, but it’s definitely something to look out for when updating your Google My Business profile in the future. The competitive advantage may be worth this upgrade!

Advertising is Simple is in the business of making advertising simple and we begin by creating you a great website to show off your brand. We make sure that your site has all the necessary features so that you can create a lasting impression and take pride in your web presence. To view our website portfolio, click here.

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Here’s What to Expect from Phase 1 and 2 of Reopening Delaware

June 1, 2020 by Paulina Cruz

As we enter the Phase 1 and 2, the state of Delaware gradually reopens and adjusts to the new ”normal”, we’re sure you have plenty of questions about what to expect when you’re out interacting with the local businesses.

We’ve done our research and wanted to share with you the following state guidance that applies to all businesses during the Phase 1 and 2 of reopening Delaware. Please remember that during this phase, strict social distancing must be observed. Great care must still be paid to limit the spread of the virus in order to prevent outbreaks because infection rates, while slowing, remain high. We hope you join us in respecting the following guidelines:

General Guidance for Businesses for Phase 1 and 2 of Reopening Delaware:

Employers should close COMMON AREAS where personnel are likely to congregate and interact, or enforce strict social distancing protocols.
Employees and customers have a responsibility to self-quarantine if they have a reason to expect that they may be ill or may have come into contact with COVID-19. Employees who are symptomatic must not physically return to work until cleared by DPH or their medical provider.
Employers are encouraged to continue to have staff work from home whenever possible. Employees who have been working from home throughout this crisis should continue working from home unless there is a substantial change to business operations in Phase 1 (e.g. a business was closed, but now it’s open).
All surfaces touched by customers, including doors, restrooms, and point of sale infrastructure must be disinfected using an EPA-approved disinfectant every 15 minutes to 2 hours.
All employees required to go to work should perform a daily health check as prescribed by the Delaware Division of Public Health.
All employees should wash hands regularly with soap and water throughout the work day, and in particular after any time they come into contact with a customer. Hand sanitizer should be used to supplement hand washing throughout the day. Employees must also social distance from each other while working. This can be accomplished through spacing or moving workstations, staggering shifts or other means.
Businesses must make hand sanitizer or handwashing stations readily available for all employees and customers.
Downtime should be given between shifts and after closing for thorough cleanings of an establishment at a minimum after each day.
Employers should post signs on how to stop the spread of COVID-19, hand hygiene, and properly wear a cloth face covering.

Here at Advertising Is Simple, we continue to be of resource and helpful advice for any and all small business owners who are currently struggling with the effects of COVID-19. If you have any questions regarding how we can help you with all of your marketing needs, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re all in this together.

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A Guide to Small Business Loans Available Through The Cares Act

April 8, 2020 by Paulina Cruz

If you’re a business owner who is currently trying to figure out how to survive amid the spread of COVID-19, we’re here for you. As you probably already know, the U.S. Government put together the Cares Act that is offering solutions and small business loans to help navigate these difficult times.

To help you better understand all options available out there, we put together this infographic that explains some small business loans that you might want to consider.

Here at Advertising Is Simple, we’ve been working nonstop to help our clients weather this storm and come out on the other end even stronger than before. As a small business, we understand the value of community support and we know that by coming together, we can overcome anything.

Got more questions about small business loans?

Here are some other helpful resources to check out:

FAQ: CARES Act Relief From Employer Payroll Taxes

Which Loan Program Is Right for My Business?

Small Business Development Center – Disaster Assistance

10 Commonly Asked Coronavirus Small Business Loan Questions

5 Things Small Business Owners Can Do

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan

Emergency Small Business Loan Guide

[Printable] COVID-19 Customizable Flyer: Health First

[Printable] Delaware Emergency Order for Open Shops (Out-of-State Residents)

If you have more questions or would like to find out how Advertising Is Simple can help your business, contact us today!

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