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Module 1: Introduction to Local Search

  1. 1.1What is local search marketing?
  2. 1.2How does Google local search work?
  3. 1.3Google Search vs. Google Maps: what's the difference?
  4. 1.4How does Google determine local rankings?
  5. 1.5What is the local search customer journey?

Module 2: Google Business Profile

  1. 2.1How to set up a Google Business Profile
  2. 2.2How to verify a Google Business Profile
  3. 2.3How to choose the right business categories
  4. 2.4How to optimize business information and services
  5. 2.5How to add photos, videos, products, and updates
  6. 2.6How to manage multiple locations in Google Business Profile
  7. 2.7Service-area businesses vs. storefronts

Module 3: Local Keyword Research and Search Intent

  1. 3.1How to find local keywords
  2. 3.2City, neighborhood, and service-based keywords
  3. 3.3Understanding near me searches
  4. 3.4Transactional vs. informational local intent
  5. 3.5How to research local competitors and keywords
  6. 3.6How to map keywords to locations and services

Module 4: Local Landing Pages and Website Optimization

  1. 4.1How to create location landing pages
  2. 4.2How to optimize local service pages
  3. 4.3How to write location-relevant titles and content
  4. 4.4How to build location and service page architecture
  5. 4.5How to avoid duplicate and thin location pages
  6. 4.6Local business schema and structured data
  7. 4.7How to keep your website and Business Profile consistent

Module 5: Reviews and Reputation Management

  1. 5.1Why do reviews matter for local businesses?
  2. 5.2How to build a customer review generation process
  3. 5.3How to respond to positive and negative reviews
  4. 5.4How to handle fake or policy-violating reviews
  5. 5.5Review policies and ethical reputation management
  6. 5.6How to monitor review trends and customer sentiment

Module 6: Local Citations and Business Listings

  1. 6.1What are local citations?
  2. 6.2Name, address, and phone number consistency
  3. 6.3How to find relevant business directories
  4. 6.4How to create and update business listings
  5. 6.5How to identify duplicate and incorrect listings
  6. 6.6Industry-specific and local directory opportunities

Module 7: Local Authority and Competitive Visibility

  1. 7.1How to analyze local search competitors
  2. 7.2How to earn local links through community partnerships
  3. 7.3Local sponsorships, organizations, and media
  4. 7.4How to build local brand recognition
  5. 7.5How to evaluate competitor reviews and business profiles
  6. 7.6How to identify local visibility gaps

Module 8: Local Search Tracking and Reporting

  1. 8.1How to track local rankings across geographic areas
  2. 8.2Understanding Google Business Profile performance
  3. 8.3How to measure calls, website visits, and direction requests
  4. 8.4How to track local leads and conversions
  5. 8.5How to use Google Search Console and Analytics for local SEO
  6. 8.6How to create local search performance reports

Module 9: Local Search Strategy by Business Type

  1. 9.1Local search for restaurants and retail stores
  2. 9.2Local search for service-area businesses
  3. 9.3Local search for professional services
  4. 9.4Local search for healthcare and other regulated industries
  5. 9.5Local search for multi-location businesses
  6. 9.6Local search for new and small businesses

Module 10: Local Search Audits and Practical Projects

  1. 10.1How to conduct a local search audit
  2. 10.2How to audit a Google Business Profile
  3. 10.3How to check local landing pages and citations
  4. 10.4How to evaluate reviews and competitor visibility
  5. 10.5How to build a prioritized local search action plan
  6. 10.6How to create a 30-day local search improvement plan

How to add photos, videos, products, and updates

This lesson covers

  • Which photos customers want to see
  • How to add short videos
  • How to add products
  • How to use updates, offers, and events

Short answer

Add real photos of your storefront, interior, team, and products to your Google Business Profile, plus short videos of the space or work. Use the Products section to show items with prices. Post updates, offers, and events regularly so customers see an active business. Fresh visual content helps customers choose you.

Photos customers want to see

Customers want to know what to expect before they visit. Add photos that answer their questions:

  • Exterior: your storefront from the street, so people recognize it when they arrive.
  • Interior: seating, counters, rooms, or work areas.
  • Team: staff at work, which builds trust.
  • Products and work: dishes, items, or before and after results.
  • Logo and cover photo: your brand and best overall image.

Use real, well lit photos. Avoid stock images and heavy filters.

Add short videos

Short clips can show a place better than photos. Google accepts short videos, up to about 30 seconds. A walk through a resort room or a quick clip of a busy kitchen works well.

Use the Products section

Products let you show items or packages with a photo, name, description, and price. A café might add its top drinks. A spa might add massage packages.

Products help on mobile, where customers scroll your profile quickly.

Post updates, offers, and events

Updates are short posts on your profile. You can share:

  • news, like new branches or new services
  • offers, with dates and terms
  • events, like a fiesta promo or workshop

Post at least a few times a month. Use a clear photo and one call to action, such as Call now or Book.

Watch customer photos

Customers can upload their own photos. Check them often. Report any that break Google’s rules, like unrelated or offensive images.

Try it

Sort each photo idea.

Is this a good profile photo?

  • Clear daytime shot of your storefront and sign

  • A stock image of a smiling model

  • Your team preparing orders

  • A blurry photo with heavy filters

Quick quiz

1. Why add exterior photos?
2. What can you add in the Products section?
3. Which is a type of profile update?

Common mistakes

  • Using stock photos. They make profiles look fake.
  • Posting once, then stopping. A stale profile looks inactive.
  • Ignoring customer uploads. Some may be wrong or off-topic.

Your action

Plan the visual content for your chosen business. Your progress saves on this device.

Key terms

Cover photo
The main photo Google may show on your profile.
Logo
Your brand mark, shown on your profile.
Products
A section for items or packages you sell, with photos and prices.
Updates
Short posts on your profile, like news, offers, or events.
User photos
Pictures customers upload to your profile.

Questions beginners ask

How many photos should I add?

There is no magic number. Start with a solid set covering outside, inside, team, and products, then add new ones monthly.

Can I remove bad customer photos?

You can report photos that break Google's policies. Photos that are simply unflattering usually stay, so add better ones.

Do posts help rankings?

Their direct effect is unclear. They help customers see you are active and can lead to more calls and clicks.

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