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Putting To Bed The Myths of Local SEO

In SEO by Ryan Freeman

More of us than ever before are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of local SEO when it comes to getting our businesses noticed. However, there are a host of myths out there when it comes to this element of your marketing strategy. Here, we take a look at some of the popular misconceptions about local SEO and put them to bed for good so that you can get on with maximising your marketing potential. 1) Suite Numbers Affect Rank It’s interesting to note that many people sharing spaces with other businesses wonder whether having their suite number featured in …

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News To Grow By: Vol 24 – Florists Go Golfing, Chat For The Win, and more!

In Newsletter by Ryan Freeman

The Strider team has been helping our small business friends with online sales since 1994. Here’s a look at some of the top articles on SEO, ecommerce, and marketing that we found this week. Q: What are your biggest challenges or hurdles when it comes to growing your shop? Comment below or email and let me know! -Ryan 2nd Annual WUMFA Golf Outing – Wisconsin Upper Michigan Florist Association Source: www.wumfa.org It must be summer – florist golf season is here! Six brands using live chat in innovative ways – Econsultancy Source: econsultancy.com Six brands using live chat in innovative …

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News To Grow By: Vol 23 – Studio v Retail Marketing, FTD Allowed To Pay Bills

In Newsletter by Ryan Freeman

The Strider team has been helping our small business friends with online sales since 1994. Here’s a look at some of the top articles on SEO, ecommerce, and marketing that we found this week. Is your Local SEO “on point” or “meh”? Try this free tool to find out. STUDIO VERSUS RETAIL MARKETING – Canadian Florist Source: canadianflorist.com We’re seeing more florists whose P&Ls have helped them stop caring whether people call them a Basement Betty because they no longer have a space open to the public. FTD Companies, Inc. Receives Court Approval of “First Day” Motions to Support Business, …

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Tips to Repurpose Content

In Tips by Strider Writing Team

Get the most out of your most popular evergreen content by repurposing it. Here are a few tips and tricks to get you started.

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Google Expands Its Local Services Ads Into Canada

In Small Business by Ryan Freeman

The lead generation program, designed to support small businesses serving their local communities, has now expanded beyond its U.S. boundaries. This is great news for some Canadian providers of local services who can now extend their reach to a wider audience within their area. The Expansion Of Local Services Google Local Services was originally launched in 2015 with the title “Home Services”. Originally only available in the San Francisco area, to date it is now available across 17 U.S. cities. It is also now available across 13 different home service verticals and in over 90 different markets nationwide. The success …