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This Genius Idea Will Fast-Track New Business Local SEO // Local Marketing Insider #067

5 MIN READ | September 13, 2023

Hey! Welcome to Local Marketing Insider where 11,000+ local marketing professionals get better at reputation strategy & more with insights delivered 2x a month.

Jake Hughes Marketing Manager

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Roomster Settlement: The FTC Cracks Down on Apartment Reviews

10 min read | September 22, 2023
Breaking down the FTC rules on reviews and what the Roomster case means for multifamily marketing professionals.
Keaton Smith Review Response Specialist

This Genius Idea Will Fast-Track New Business Local SEO // Local Marketing Insider #067

5 min read | September 13, 2023
A wonderful example of aligned incentives and digital + analog working together in harmony.
Jake Hughes Marketing Manager

7 Surprising Reasons Why Negative Reviews Are Valuable

8 min read | September 13, 2023
Don't shy away from negative reviews. Embrace them! These best practices will help you use critical feedback to your reputation and business's advantage.
Jane Garfinkel Product Manager

Common Google Business Profile Access Issues and What to Do About Them

8 min read | September 7, 2023
Managing GBP access can be challenging. Understanding the steps and what to do if your account ownership is in the wrong hands is crucial. Whether reclaiming access, handling...
Heather Zambarano Review Response Specialist

30 Best Ways to Use Your Google Review Link

17 min read | September 5, 2023
Creative places to include your Google review link to ask all of your customers for reviews, increase positive volume and improve your online reputation.
Emily Keenan Review Response Specialist

How to Increase Your Google Star Rating via Reviews

14 min read | August 31, 2023
How do you increase your business's Google star rating using reviews? These key points will help activate the voice of happy customers while reducing negative commentary.
Jake Hughes Marketing Manager

Ultimate Review Request Cheat Sheet // Local Marketing Insider #066

8 min read | August 30, 2023
The ultimate review request cheat sheet for local business marketers.
Jake Hughes Marketing Manager

16 Best Free Marketing Newsletters in 2023

17 min read | August 30, 2023
16 of the best free newsletters we recommend local marketers and business owners subscribe to for great marketing ideas delivered regularly to your inbox.
Emily Keenan Review Response Specialist

20 Consequences of Buying Fake Online Reviews

9 min read | August 24, 2023
Buying fake reviews is never a good idea. Laws are changing, the downsides are many, and it's important to know the risks. You're better than that.
Dave Pye Director of Search

Ask Customers to Engage With Your Ads // Local Marketing Insider #065

7 min read | August 17, 2023
Boost high-performing social ads with customer proof.
Jake Hughes Marketing Manager

5 Widewail Business Listings Management Features For Local SEO

4 min read | August 16, 2023
Widewail's Listings Management service offers a central dashboard and customization across 60+ fields - enhancing reputation management, NAP and local SEO.
Keaton Smith Review Response Specialist

A Heartfelt Thank You: Widewail Makes the Inc. 5000 List

4 min read | August 15, 2023
In our first year of eligibility, Widewail is proud to rank 544th on the 2023 Inc. 5000. Many thanks to our customers, partners and team.
Team Widewail Team Widewail

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