We are always looking for ways to get our fellow entrepreneurs a larger web presence and here is yet another way you can get your business online and do it for FREE!

If you have ever searched for a business type on Google Maps you know you can search “pizza” and it will bring up all the local pizza places in your area. Did you know your business can show up on that type of search too?! All you have to do is visit: Google Places and add your business. You will be required to fill in a business name, location and description for your business (being sure to use some of the keywords you use for your website). You will also have an opportunity to add pictures and videos that your business might have. But the trick to the whole process is being able to choose the category your business falls into, along with up to five additional categories you also relate to. To optimize your business listing you should take advantage of all five spots and pick the top 5 keyword searches used to find businesses like yours. Lastly you just need to verify your business either by a phone call or a postcard Google sends you in the mail with a special code.

After you have created your Google Places listings and it is verified, be sure to check in on your listing a least once a year to make sure the information is still valid or current. If you are ambitious and constantly having specials or events, Google also provides an area you can update anytime with this custom information.

This opportunity to get your business online is just too easy to pass up. Get on Google Places today and get your business listed! For additional advice and help with Google Places contact us today- 208-861-9841 or valerie@JDaeDesigns.com or click here for our Facebook Page.