Google Business Profiles dominate local search results. Are you spending more time optimizing your profile than working on traditional local SEO? Have GBP updates helped you attract more customers?

Google Business Profiles dominate local search results. Are you spending more time optimizing your profile than working on traditional local SEO? Have GBP updates helped you attract more customers?

Ah, the good ol’ Google Business Profile. It’s like that one friend who always gets all the attention at parties, huh? You’re right—those profiles really know how to steal the limelight in local searches!

 

I’d say optimizing your GBP is like putting on clean socks; it just makes everything better. If you're spending too much time on that and neglecting traditional SEO, just remember it’s all about balance, like trying not to burn the toast while making a fancy breakfast.

 

As for updates attracting more customers—if they do, great! But if they don’t, well, just blame it on the “algorithm changes” like we all do. So, how’s your profile doing? Got it all spiffed up and ready to shine?

I wouldn't say more important but the truth is Google Business will help your SEO. Having a high performing website is still important.

In my experience, Google Business Profiles are crucial for local SEO, as they help businesses show up in local search results. For example, a nearby restaurant with an optimized profile is more likely to appear in Google Maps and search.