Intro:
88% of people who search for a local business on their phone visit or call within 24 hours. If your business isn’t optimized for local SEO, you’re leaving money on the table. Here’s how to fix that in 2025.
Main Content:
1. Optimize Your Google Business Profile
Fill out every detail: hours, services, location, images, and reviews. Use real local keywords and upload photos consistently.
2. Build Local Citations
Directories like JustDial, Sulekha, Yelp, and Bing Places help verify your business presence.
3. Get Reviews
Ask satisfied customers to leave Google reviews. Respond to all reviews, both good and bad.
4. Add Local Schema Markup
Helps search engines understand your business location and services.
5. Use Hyperlocal Keywords
Target “SEO company in [City]” or “[Your service] near [Area Name]” style queries.