Comments on: Google Maps SEO, How to get top rankings and improved search results in Google’s local search listings

By: WildKyNights.com

WildKyNights.com — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:09:13 +0000

So many are trying to figure how to get to the top in google maps. Since google maps have taken over, we have not really had any reason to have our site up high in google web results. Now we have to put our attention towards google maps instead of our site. I can see where this is helpful for new businesses or ones without a website but it is not helpful for established business owners that have spent years of their time consentrating on their websites. ;( I do not in the least like this new google aspect but I am glad to actually come across some actual information on how to get your listing higher. Thanks for the information. I am grateful.

By: George Aspland

George Aspland — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:08:53 +0000

Some big changes on Google Places lately so take a look at this post

http://www.evisionsem.com/blog/2011/08/03/how-recent-changes-in-google-places-listings-google-maps-may-affect-your-local-marketing-results/

By: Victoria Delane

Victoria Delane — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:46:24 +0000

Thanks for the advice. I have noticed that my business listing is no where near the top of google maps. I have been looking into how to get my listing to show in results but so many people are saying that reviews are where it is at. Obviously that is not the case because the ones listed before have no reviews. I will follow your guidelines to see where it takes me. Thanks for the information.

By: Busty Blondes & Brunettes

Busty Blondes & Brunettes — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:42:18 +0000

I find that reviews definitely make no difference in google maps but does help when a client is choosing which place to go with. The advice you give is very helpful and I thank you for the information. I have been lost when it has come to the listings since they seem to change often in my category.

By: Charles Lloyd

Charles Lloyd — Wed, 12 May 2010 16:21:54 +0000

Excellent overall guide to building map listing content and citations. Bravo!

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By: Dale

Dale — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 03:02:33 +0000

Can I hire you to help with with Google SEO and also Maps?

By: Matthew Hunt

Matthew Hunt — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 20:15:49 +0000

George, Great post! Just found you. Got you on my radar now. I love that you pointed out to spend lots of time on the business description. Not enough SMB’s do this. It is like writing a great headline that still contains ALL your major keywords. It’s an art form and SMB’s need to spend more time on it getting just right.

You hit all the major points on getting your G-Maps listing in the 7-Pack. Great work! Got you on my RSS now and look forward to reading more of your posts.

By: George Aspland

George Aspland — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:14:16 +0000

You are right, this is huge for any organization where local search results are important, large or small.

For the first time ever (that I can remember) we have direct control of much of an organic search listing – discriptions, photos, video etc

By: Mads hallas

Mads hallas — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:27:44 +0000

Great article!
Im just starting to work on maps for my bureau – it seems that this is the way to go for small local business!
love the thing about blended search! WOW that will change in a way that we cant imagine!!
I think the future SEO/SEM specialist will have to adapt for this change and be more versatile!
Nerdy programmers watch out!!