Tuhel

04 Jan 2011

Get on the First Page of Google for FREE

Businesses of all size’s and shape want to know how to get on the first page of Google, well now there is a simple, less stressful and inexpensive way to do that.

The days of Yell, BT Phone book and Thomson’s local are under threat, thanks to Google Maps and Google Places, both of which are services offered by Google the search engine. In this article below we will explain what Google Places and Google Maps services are and how you can take advantage of this.

Be found on Google Places easily

Google Places is designed to facilitate customer interaction with brick-and-mortar businesses and service providers. Businesses both small and large should make use of this valuable service. Small local businesses in particular should not wait but claim their business listing; here at Tuhel.Com we can show you how, all you need to do is ask.

Getting listed on Google does not require a website, all you need to do is ensure your basic information is listed, such as your business address, telephone numbers, hours of business, products and services you offer.

We are currently offering all local businesses based in Leeds, York, Harrogate, Wakefiled and the surrounding area’s the opportunity to get on Google for FREE, contact us for more information on how you can take advantage of this offer.

Google Maps

Help your customers to find you on Google by adding your location on Google Maps. People always first search for a business on Google, having a map listing enables the customer to locate you and come to your premises. Make it easy for them to find you, let us help you get listed on Google Maps, ask a member of the Tuhel.Com’s business listings team.

With your Google listing you can:

• Be found on Google and by your customers easily
• Appear along side your competitors
• Stand out from the Crowd
• Engage with customers by using photos, offers, videos and more
• Get insights into your business

Reach new customers with Google Maps and Google.com, let us show you how.

How Google Local Search Works (Google Places)

With a Google listing you get the opportunity to display basic information such as your business details, telephone, email, website address, a 200 word description of the business, plus the ability to list your business under 5 categories. This is why you should have a secure call handling service when customers call you when they see your listing.

You can also enter the following information, which should be more than what your customers need to find you.

Service Areas and Location Settings

This includes the ability to restrict your listings to a local audience, with the option to widen the reach either by distance in miles or by local area such as towns or cities.

Hours of operations

You have the facilities to input your opening hours over the 7 days with the option to show split the opening for example to show two opening times such as 9 to 11am and 1-7pm.

Payment options

Here you have the option to specify the types of payment methods you accept for your services, such as cash, cheque, invoice, paypal, traveller’s cheque, and all the major credit card payment types can also be included.

Photos

A nice touch here is the option to add a bit of flair to your listing by including photos of your products, member of staff or your business. You can upload up to 10 photos, which must meet the submission guidelines.

Videos

The option does not stop there; you can go even further by enhancing your listing with some cool video of your product or service. The videos must first be uploaded to Youtube, from where you can include up to 5 videos.

Additional Details

Lastly you have the option to enter other basic details such as parking, disabled access, the brands you carry, which is not limited but must meet the submission guideline.

What now

Talk to us about all your online needs, we offer a professional bespoke service to ensure your business benefits by using all the technologies and tools available online. Let us get your business listed on GOOGLE for FREE*, call the business listings team on 0113 350 2004.

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