Listings Junkie Blog
Business insights, ideas
Business insights, ideas
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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.
300 articles
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 9, 2023
Buying Gift Cards From Local Businesses: How to Choose, Check and Give Them
Gift cards from local businesses make thoughtful last-minute presents. How to pick the right shop, check the fine print, buy safely and make sure the card gets used.
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Dec 7, 2023
Hiring a Christmas Light Installation Service: What to Ask Before Anyone Climbs
Thinking about Christmas light installation this year? Here's what the service includes, the questions to ask, red flags to skip, and how to find an installer fast.
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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 25, 2023
The Holiday Family Talk: How to Find an Estate Planning Attorney
Holiday visits are a natural time to talk about wills and powers of attorney. Here is how to start that talk and find an estate planning attorney near you.
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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 12, 2023
How to Shop Local for the Holidays: Finding Independent Gift Shops, Florists and Makers
Want to shop local for the holidays without wasting a weekend? How to find independent gift shops, florists, bookstores and makers, and plan the trip.
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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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Oct 23, 2023
Google Business Profile Basics for Small Businesses
Your Google Business Profile controls how you show up on Search and Maps. Learn to claim, verify, complete, and pair it with directory listings.
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