Online Reputation Management 101

Online reputation management (ORM) is critically important in the internet age. In essence, ORM systematically improves how potential customers view your business before even getting them through the door.

This guide functions as a complete walk-through for anyone seeking to increase their customer base or improve the perception of the business through the use of online reputation management. Through incorporating several key methodologies, local business owners can transform Google, Yelp, and Facebook into an effective pipeline of new and returning customers.

What do I mean, exactly? Let’s take a deeper look into the power of the internet… Let’s say, for a moment, that you run a small local automotive service shop in my hometown of Manchester, Maryland. You have built up a regular clientele of customers who visit for routine maintenance and car trouble, but business has slowed. You briefly consider placing TV or radio ads, but it simply doesn’t fit into your budget.

Knowing how important the internet is in today’s fast-paced world, you ponder whether Google may be a good advertising venue. To see where your business falls in the scheme of things, you perform a test search for automotive service shops in Manchester, Maryland….Request Guide

22 Consumer Business Review Sites

The top 20 review websites, along with some information about each, are listed within this guide.

Did you know that nearly half of online shoppers visit an establishment within 48 hours of an online search?

93% of people examine reviews before picking a business, and 34 % are not willing to do business with a company that has less than a four-star rating online, according to BrightLocal. This certainly demonstrates the impact of online reviews on consumers’ shopping decisions.

It doesn’t matter if you operate a local art shop that relies on foot traffic or a plumber that primarily gains customers from referrals. Local businesses of all types will benefit from having an active presence on more than one consumer review website.

In this guide, we will provide a comprehensive view of the top review websites, the details of their user bases, and the features and rating scales offered by each. Let’s get started.…..Request Guide