Complete Google Business Profile Optimization for Local Ranking
Step-by-step guide to optimize Google Business Profile and dominate the Map Pack for local searches.
Maximize visibility in Google Maps and the Local Pack (3 results with map) for relevant local searches, generating more calls, visits, and conversions.
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Prompt objective
Maximize visibility in Google Maps and the Local Pack (3 results with map) for relevant local searches, generating more calls, visits, and conversions.
Real use case
Pizzaria Don Corleone, with 2 locations in Porto Alegre, appears at position 8 in the Map Pack for 'pizzaria porto alegre', while competitors with fewer reviews and lower quality occupy the top 3 positions. The profile has a generic photo, outdated hours, and only 45 reviews with a 4.1 rating.
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Completely optimize the Google Business Profile (GBP) of [BUSINESS NAME], located in [CITY/NEIGHBORHOOD], in the [INDUSTRY] sector, with the goal of appearing in the Local Pack (top 3 on map) for keywords [KEYWORD 1], [KEYWORD 2], and [KEYWORD 3]. **Phase 1 — Current Profile Audit:** Verify and optimize each field: - [ ] Business name (exactly as registered, no keyword stuffing) - [ ] Primary category: [SUGGESTION] + up to 9 relevant secondary categories - [ ] Complete address and pin in correct map location - [ ] Local phone number (area code matching the city, not 800 number) - [ ] Website with link to local landing page (not generic homepage) - [ ] Operating hours (including holidays and special hours) - [ ] Business description (750 characters, natural keywords, differentiators) - [ ] Relevant attributes (Wi-Fi, parking, accessibility, accepted payments) - [ ] Opening date - [ ] Service area (if delivery/home service) **Phase 2 — Visual Content:** - Required photos (minimum 20, renew monthly): - Exterior (3 angles, day and night) - Interior (5-8 photos, different areas) - Team (3-5 photos with real people) - Products/services (8-10 high-quality photos) - Logo and cover - Videos: 30-second virtual tour + main service video - Geotagging: add GPS coordinates to photo metadata **Phase 3 — Google Posts:** - Weekly post calendar (minimum 1/week): - Offers and promotions (with CTA and expiration date) - News and events - Tips and educational content in the industry - Post template: 1200x900px image + 300-word text + CTA - Naturally include local keywords in posts **Phase 4 — Questions and Answers (Q&A):** - Seed 15-20 FAQs in the profile Q&A - Answer as the owner with detailed information - Include local keywords in responses **Phase 5 — Metrics to Track:** - Local Pack position for target keywords (check weekly) - GBP metrics: views, website clicks, calls, direction requests - Monthly comparison: current month vs. previous month - Goal: appear in top 3 of Map Pack within [NUMBER] weeks Deliver the fully optimized profile with ready-to-use text for each field.
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- 1Replace the key placeholders first: BUSINESS NAME, CITY/NEIGHBORHOOD, INDUSTRY, KEYWORD 1.
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