Task-by-task local ranking improvement plan
Overall Progress
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Review Volume
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Set up an automated SMS review request sent 24h after every completed job
Add a QR code linking to your Google review page on every invoice and business card
Ask verbally at time of payment: "Would you mind leaving us a quick Google review?"
Send a review request to your last 20 completed customers this week
Set a weekly goal: minimum 2 new reviews per week
Review Rating & Responses
Respond to every existing unanswered review (positive and negative) this week
Set up a weekly 15-min calendar block to respond to all new Google reviews
Install the Google Business Profile app to get instant review notifications
For any negative reviews: respond professionally within 24h, offer to resolve offline
Create a saved response template for positive reviews to save time
Profile Completeness
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Write a full 750-character business description with main services and location keywords
Fill in ALL service areas you cover (don't just list your suburb)
Set accurate business hours including public holidays and after-hours availability
Add a booking link or website link to your profile
Answer all existing Q&As and add 5 pre-emptive Q&As covering common customer questions
List all your services with accurate descriptions and pricing ranges
Add relevant business attributes (e.g. "Family-owned", "Licence number", "24/7 available")
Photos & Visual Content
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Upload before-and-after photos for every job completed this week (min 2 photos per job)
Add a photo of your team/yourself in uniform or branded vehicle
Upload photos of your equipment, tools, and workspace
Set a reminder to upload at least 3 new photos every week until you have 50+
Ensure your profile cover photo is professional and clearly shows your brand/trade
Add a logo image if you haven't already
Google Posts Activity
Publish your first Google Post this week (job highlight, tip, or seasonal offer)
Schedule one Google Post per week in your calendar as a recurring task
Create an "Offer" post type for any current promotion — these show prominently in search
Turn every job photo into a Google Post with a 1-sentence description
Post a seasonal maintenance tip relevant to your trade (e.g. pre-summer AC check)
Category & Service Optimisation
Check your primary category matches exactly what customers search for (e.g. "Plumber" not "Plumbing Company")
Add all relevant secondary categories to appear in more searches
List every service you offer in the Services section with pricing ranges
Remove any outdated or irrelevant service categories
Verify your business is listed under the right primary trade category on Google Maps
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