Spring brings more foot traffic and more spending. If your checkout still forces swipes or chip dips, you’re holding up the line — and customers will remember it. Modern checkout needs to be fast. What it is: Modern payment options — tap-to-pay, mobile wallets, and QR codes — let customers pay securely and quickly. It’s […]
Local Biz Tips - Small Business
Grow Your Spring Visibility on Google Maps
As weather warms, dormant listings sink. Steady updates keep you surfacing strong. What it is: Regular posts and photos for ranking signals. How it works: Add one each week. Sked Social ties this to better local SEO performance. What to do this week: Add one photo and one post. Why it matters: Consistency outperforms bursts. […]
AI to the Rescue: Draft Polite Review Replies in Seconds
February is review season. January shoppers leave feedback, and how you answer decides if they come back or not. Ignore reviews and you look careless. Snap back defensively and you push people away. The right reply is fast, polite, and personal. What it is: AI tools like RightResponse draft review replies in seconds, giving you […]
Make Your Valentine’s Deals Shine on Google
Valentine’s urgency drives impulsive searches. Visuals make the difference in getting chosen. What it is: Visual promotions in Google posts. How it works: AI creates a themed graphic for your offer. Sterling Sky analysis shows visuals double engagement. What to do this week: Use AI for one themed promo graphic in a Valentine’s post. Why […]
New Year, New Profile: Freshen Up Your Facebook and Instagram Bios
Post-holidays, customers reset habits and check bios before they click. Outdated hours, old links, or a vague description tell people you’re not paying attention — and they bounce. What it is: Your bio is the front door of your digital shop. It should tell customers who you are, what you do, and how to reach […]
What’s Fresh on Google for Small Businesses in 2025
Google’s annual shifts can redefine rankings. Catch them early, or watch competitors pull ahead. What it is: New dashboard tools and ranking factors. How it works: Check for updates, adopt quick. Whitespark’s survey lists annual changes as key influencers. What to do this week: Review your dashboard and try one new feature. Why it matters: […]
Year-End Audit: Website, Social, Email in One Hour
December wrap-up to spot issues. No time to audit? The you’ll start the new year weak. What it is: Quick check digital channels for performance gaps. How it works: 20-min bursts: site speed with PageSpeed, social metrics in Insights, email opens in tool. Note 3 fixes, each can improve in some way, find it and […]
End the Year Strong with a Google Listing Check-Up
Year-end audits catch hidden issues. Start next year clean, or risk early stumbles. What it is: Full review of hours, photos, categories. How it works: Scan and fix, add fresh shots. Synup’s guide recommends annual checks for accuracy. What to do this week: Run the audit, clean categories, add new photos. Why it matters: Starts […]
Holiday Prep: Schedule Posts Now, Save Stress Later
Holidays get busy, don’t lose business by missing posts to drop. No schedule? Miss visibility. What it is: Use your tools to queue holiday posts ahead so feed stays active. How it works: Use Buffer, load 5 themed posts like gift ideas. Set dates based on audience times. Review for tweaks. Think Generic and promotional […]
Gear Up for Holiday Rush with Google Review Alerts
Reviews flood in during peaks. Quick systems keep your rep intact when it matters most. What it is: Alerts and templates for swift responses. How it works: Enable notifications, use short replies. BrightLocal studies show spikes during peaks, so prep matters. What to do this week: Turn on auto-alerts and prepare reply templates. Why it […]