SmallBiz Saudi: Get On The Map 🗺️

Hey There,

Last week, we talked about setting up your online presence. Today, we're taking it a step further. We're putting your business on the map – literally!

Map based search accounts for a monstrous volume of search traffic to your small business.

Almost 76% of people who search for something nearby on their smartphone visit a related business within a day? That's the power of local search, and it's time for your business to harness it.

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Why Local Listings Matter

When potential customers in Riyadh, Jeddah, or anywhere in Saudi Arabia search for products or services you offer, you want to be front and center. Local business listings make this happen. They're like digital storefronts that appear in maps and search results, making it easy for customers to find and choose you.

The 3 Essentials

Google My Business (GMB) - This is the big one! It powers Google Search and Google Maps.

Visit: https://www.google.com/business/

Apple Maps - For all iPhone users in the Kingdom.

Visit https://businessconnect.apple.com/

Bing Places for Business - For all PC & Corporate users.

Visit https://www.bingplaces.com/

Remember....

Fill out EVERY field, be detailed, use keywords relating to your business.
Add high-quality photos of your business, products, or services.
Keep all information updated (hours, services, price.)
Add FAQ's to your business profile using your keywords, services and product names to increase your map ranking!

Specific Considerations

Where available create listings in both Arabic and English for wider reach.
Ensure your address format follows Saudi postal standards.
Include your neighborhood name – it's often how locals search.

Why This Matters

By setting up these listings, you're making it incredibly easy for customers to find you, contact you, and choose you over competitors. It's like having a 24/7 marketing team working for you – for free!

Your Action Step

By next week, claim and set up your Google My Business listing. If you run into any issues or have questions, just hit reply. I'm here to help!

Coming Up Next

Next week, we'll dive into the world of customer reviews – how to get them, manage them, and use them to boost your business.

Here's to putting your business on the map!

See you next week!

Sarah Al Jindan
Curator | SmallBiz MENA

113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205
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