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Why isn’t my business showing up on Google?
Can’t find your business on Google? Here’s how to check your website, your Google listing and what to fix first—without the tech talk.
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Get found
Why does a competitor with fewer reviews rank above me?
More Google reviews don’t always mean a higher position. Find out what else matters and the simple checks worth making before chasing more stars.
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Get found
What does Google Business Profile management include?
Paying someone to manage your Google listing? Here’s what useful monthly help looks like, what to ask and which promises to be wary of.
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Websites & care
Should I fix my website or rebuild it?
Not every tired-looking website needs replacing. Use these simple checks to decide whether a tidy-up or a rebuild makes more sense for your business.
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Websites & care
How to rebuild your website without throwing away your Google traffic
A new website shouldn’t forget what the old one did well. Here’s what to keep, check and ask your web designer before switching it on.
Read the guide : How to rebuild your website without throwing away your Google traffic
Websites & care
WordPress hosting or a care plan: what’s the difference?
Hosting keeps your website online. A care plan looks after it. Here’s how to compare updates, backups, small edits and support without the jargon.
Read the guide : WordPress hosting or a care plan: what’s the difference?
Reviews & trust
How to ask for Google reviews without feeling awkward
A short, friendly request is usually enough. Here’s when to ask for a Google review, what to say and how to automate it without pestering people.
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Reviews & trust
How to respond to a negative Google review
A bad review can feel personal. Here’s a calm way to reply, an example you can adapt and what to do if you think the review breaks Google’s rules.
Read the guide : How to respond to a negative Google review
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Do I need a website page for every suburb I service?
Suburb pages can help local customers, but copying a page and swapping the place name isn’t enough. Here’s when they’re worth writing.
Read the guide : Do I need a website page for every suburb I service?Get found
Why isn’t my business showing up on Google?
Can’t find your business on Google? Here’s how to check your website, your Google listing and what to fix first—without the tech talk.
Read the guide : Why isn’t my business showing up on Google?Get found
Why does a competitor with fewer reviews rank above me?
More Google reviews don’t always mean a higher position. Find out what else matters and the simple checks worth making before chasing more stars.
Read the guide : Why does a competitor with fewer reviews rank above me?Get found
What does Google Business Profile management include?
Paying someone to manage your Google listing? Here’s what useful monthly help looks like, what to ask and which promises to be wary of.
Read the guide : What does Google Business Profile management include?Websites & care
Should I fix my website or rebuild it?
Not every tired-looking website needs replacing. Use these simple checks to decide whether a tidy-up or a rebuild makes more sense for your business.
Read the guide : Should I fix my website or rebuild it?Websites & care
How to rebuild your website without throwing away your Google traffic
A new website shouldn’t forget what the old one did well. Here’s what to keep, check and ask your web designer before switching it on.
Read the guide : How to rebuild your website without throwing away your Google trafficWebsites & care
WordPress hosting or a care plan: what’s the difference?
Hosting keeps your website online. A care plan looks after it. Here’s how to compare updates, backups, small edits and support without the jargon.
Read the guide : WordPress hosting or a care plan: what’s the difference?Reviews & trust
How to ask for Google reviews without feeling awkward
A short, friendly request is usually enough. Here’s when to ask for a Google review, what to say and how to automate it without pestering people.
Read the guide : How to ask for Google reviews without feeling awkwardReviews & trust
How to respond to a negative Google review
A bad review can feel personal. Here’s a calm way to reply, an example you can adapt and what to do if you think the review breaks Google’s rules.
Read the guide : How to respond to a negative Google reviewGet found
Do I need a website page for every suburb I service?
Suburb pages can help local customers, but copying a page and swapping the place name isn’t enough. Here’s when they’re worth writing.
Read the guide : Do I need a website page for every suburb I service?
Leads & advertising
Google Ads or Facebook ads: which should I try first?
Not sure where to advertise your small business? Compare Google and Facebook by how your customers buy, then plan a small, measurable first test.
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Leads & advertising
How can I get more enquiries from my website?
Before paying for more visitors, make it easier for the ones you have to contact you. Try these practical changes to your small business website.
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Leads & advertising
How much should a small business spend on marketing?
There’s no magic marketing budget. Start with the work you want, the money left from each job and a total cost you can afford to test.
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