Why am I not getting on Map Listing Results?
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Greetings Mozzers,
To my knowledge I'm doing everything that is "required" to start showing up on the map results when searching something local, however, we never seem to be on map results (A, B, C, D...etc).
We have a Google+ page, submitted to Google Places (received PIN and entered it), optimized address to identical and in high authority map listing directories (GetListed.org), increased citations throughout the web, optimized keywords for categories on Google Places, schema.org HTML markup for address, meta address tags, consistent reviews being written by unique visitors to review sites (Yelp, Google+, etc).
Am I missing a major component? Any advice would be great as I feel like I'm hitting many notes that should translate into a map result. Even for keywords that aren't incredibly difficult where we are ranking #1 above map results every time.
Thanks and hope all have a great weekend!
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Hi Monster Web,
Unfortunately, without actually being able to look at your unique business, this cannot be diagnosed as there are so many variables. If you cannot share this information here, in a case like this, I would recommend that you hire one of the Local SEO firms listed on GetListed.org's recommended companies list so that you can show your info to someone in confidence to begin diagnosing the situation. In the meantime, some things to consider:
1. You say you aren't ranking for desired keyword phrases, but are you at least getting a local result when you search for 'business name + city'? If not, then...
2. How old is the listing?
3. What is the status of the listing in the dashboard (pending, suspended, needs action, etc.)
4. If the listing does exist for the search in question 1 and is simply failing to rank for desired keywords, then...
5. You might be dealing with a penalty; be sure you are compliant with all Google Places Quality Guidelines (http://support.google.com/places/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=107528).
6. Do some competitive analysis of competitors vs. your business. I like 51 Blocks free local search analysis tool for this. http://www.51blocks.com/online-marketing-tools/free-local-analysis/ This will give you a sense of how you compare to competitors who are ranking well for your desired keywords.
These are just a few thoughts. If you would like to share information about the listing, we can take a better look at your unique situation. If so, please share not only your business info, but also the keyword+geo phrases you are trying to rank for.
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Have you filled out everything possible? Optimized imagery and video? Filled perks?
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What happens when you change your ZIP code to the same ZIP as the business?
Customers won't find you if they're in a different municipality. In other words, customers in "San Leandro" won't see business listings in "Oakland", even if they're 2 miles way. That's because zip codes in different parts of the city may tell Google the END USER and the BUSINESS are in different municipalities.
If you toggle your zip code to the same exact one as the business, do you still not get listed? See below to see where on Google to change it.
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