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Practical tips for getting found.
Short, clear answers to the questions small business owners ask us most.
Google Maps
Why your business isn't showing on Google Maps (and how to fix it)
Can't find your business on Google Maps? Here are the 9 most common reasons, from unverified profiles to suspensions, and exactly how to fix each one.
New websites
How to get your new website on Google: the first 30 days
Launched a website and can't find it on Google? Here's how to get it indexed: Search Console, sitemaps, indexing requests, Bing, and the mistakes that block it.
Google Maps
Google Business Profile checklist: setup and monthly care
A practical checklist for your Google Business Profile: everything to complete once, plus the 10-minute monthly routine that keeps your profile active.
Google Ads
How much should a small business spend on Google Ads?
A simple way to set your Google Ads budget: work back from what a customer is worth, check real click costs for your area, and start big enough to learn.
AI search
How to show up in ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Mode answers
How AI assistants choose which businesses to mention, what Google says about AI search, and 8 practical steps to make your business easier to recommend.
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