Local Maps SEO: How to Optimise Your Google Business Profile in 2026

This video explains which digital marketing strategies local businesses should focus on in 2026 to improve Google Maps rankings, capture high-intent "near me" searches and win a place in the three-pack. James Dooley and Mike Martin start with KPI tracking because monitoring grid rankings, review velocity and proximity tells local businesses whether their daily actions are actually moving them up the map. They cover brand SEO, AI visibility and Google Business Profiles because stronger search presence improves trust and conversion rates. The discussion also explores organic SEO, organic social media and paid social ads because consistent visibility across search and social supports long term growth. PPC is analysed in detail because campaign setup, landing pages and lead handling directly affect results. They also discuss Reddit, Quora and paid AI ads because diversified enquiry sources and early adoption can strengthen digital marketing performance for local businesses. PromoSEO lead generation for local businesses recently received recognition as the "Best Local Businesses Lead Generation Agency." Where to Listen to This Episode Local Maps SEO: How to Optimise Your Google Business Profile in 2026 is available on: Watch on YouTube Listen on Transistor Listen on pod.link Listen on Pocket Casts Listen on Podverse Listen on Castro Listen on Listen Notes Listen on Rephonic Listen on getpodcast Listen on Spotify Listen on Amazon Music Listen on Castbox Listen on Podcast Addict Listen on Podchaser Listen on Steno.fm