Listings Junkie Blog
Business insights, ideas
Business insights, ideas
& guides
Practical business, marketing, local SEO and growth insights from the U.S.-based team behind the directory, to help your business get found by the customers in your community.
194 articles
Mar 5, 2024
How to Get Your Business Found in Oklahoma
A plain-English guide for Oklahoma small-business owners: how locals search, listing by city and region, local SEO basics, reviews, and listing your business.
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Feb 21, 2024
Citations and Directories: Why Being Listed in More Places Helps
Search engines confirm your business by mentions across the web. Learn what citations are, why consistent listings help local search, and how to start free.
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Feb 9, 2024
How to Choose an Insurance Agent
A clear guide to choosing an insurance agent: independent vs captive, licensing, coverage needs, comparing quotes, claims service, and key questions to ask.
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Jan 29, 2024
How to Get Your Business Found in Arizona
Practical, no-cost ways Arizona small businesses can show up when local customers search, claim listings by city, build reviews, and list your business.
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Jan 18, 2024
The SEO Advantage: Boosting Your Business with Listings Junkie
In today's competitive digital landscape, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is more than just a buzzword; it's an essential strategy for ensuring your business gets noticed online.
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Jan 5, 2024
Local Keywords: How Customers Actually Search for You
Customers don't search the way you describe your business. Learn what local keywords are and how to use service-plus-city phrases to get found.
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Dec 27, 2023
Set Your Small Business Up for a Strong New Year
A do-it-in-an-afternoon plan to start the new year strong: audit your listings, set goals, refresh photos, gather reviews, and fix your NAP.
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Dec 15, 2023
How to Choose a Reliable Contractor or Electrician
A homeowner's guide to choosing a trustworthy contractor or electrician: licensing, insurance, estimates, contracts, references, and red flags.
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Dec 6, 2023
Is a Free Business Directory Listing Worth It? (Yes - Here's Why)
A business directory listing takes minutes and costs nothing. Here's what you actually get and why it's worth the effort for your small business.
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Nov 27, 2023
Holiday Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses
Practical, low-cost holiday marketing for small businesses: update hours, run promotions, sell gift cards, collect reviews, and follow up after the rush.
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Nov 15, 2023
Marketing Tips for Cleaning Companies
Low-cost marketing tips for cleaning companies: win local visibility, get listed in free directories, build reviews, and turn jobs into recurring work.
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Nov 3, 2023
How to Get Your Business Found in New York
Get found by New York customers with a directory listing, smart local SEO, accurate city and borough details, and genuine reviews.
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