Most customers decide in seconds if your business is worth a click. Old holiday hours or stale photos? They scroll right past. Here’s how to grab their attention and start the year with more visits.
What it is: Your free listing on Google Maps for hours photos updates and posts.
How it works: Sign in, set your current hours, add two new photos of your setup, and post a short promo. A bar might post new year specials on taps, come grab one today.
What to do this week: Update your holiday hours, upload two new photos, and add one short promo post.
Why it matters: Accurate details stop customers from assuming you’re outdated and heading elsewhere. It builds quick trust, improves your search visibility, and drives real sales from locals as Google’s own guides confirm.
Goal: Aim for +20 profile views this month by checking your Google stats.
For more:
Google. (2015). Edit your business hours. https://support.google.com/business/answer/15300403
Google. (2017). Create & manage posts. https://support.google.com/business/answer/7342169
Google. (2013). Edit your Business Profile. https://support.google.com/business/answer/3039617
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