297 Mastering Google for Salons with Phil Evans

Episode 297 of the Grow My Salon Business Podcast podcast, hosted by Antony Whitaker, titled "297 Mastering Google for Salons with Phil Evans" was published on May 27, 2025 and runs 52 minutes.

May 27, 2025 ·52m · Grow My Salon Business Podcast

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Summary

In this episode, I’m joined by Phil Evans, the founder of Salon Guru, who specialises in websites and digital marketing for salons. It's been five years since Phil was last on the podcast, and during that time, the digital landscape has evolved significantly, especially when it comes to how Google drives traffic to your salon.We dive deep into understanding Google Search, Google Profiles (formerly Google My Business), and how your salon website plays a vital role in converting online visitors into new clients. Phil shares real-world data and insights from hundreds of salons that will help you see where your new clients are really coming from, and spoiler alert, it’s probably not from where you think. Whether you're already getting traffic or want to boost your Google game, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00] Intro + What’s Coming UpIntroducing the topic, and previewing the upcoming marketing course.[01:31] The 5 Ways Clients Find Your SalonBreaking down the key sources of new clients and why Google is more important than you think.[04:00] Phil Evans on Google Search & ProfilesPhil explains the difference between Google Search and Google Profile, and why both are crucial for your salon’s visibility.[15:21] How to Boost Your Google RankingsA deep dive into SEO, Google Rank, and how to dominate search results with the right keywords and content.[34:22] Your Website’s Job: ConversionWhy your salon website needs to do more than look good, and how to turn clicks into clients.[44:00] Google Reviews, Ads, and AnalyticsGetting and managing reviews, understanding when ads are worth it, and what metrics to track.Want MORE to help you GROW?📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/RATINGS + REVIEWS🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.👉 Here's what you do:- On your phone, Click here (Read steps below first)- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏Until next time!AntonyRESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:CLICK HERE to Get your FREE Salon Search Engine Rank Report from Salon GuruEpisode 039 - The Importance of Website Design and Digital Marketing with Phil Evans 👉 FOLLOW US!Instagram | Facebook | Website👉 FOLLOW SALON GURU!Instagram | Website

Episode Description

We dive deep into understanding Google Search, Google Profiles (formerly Google My Business), and how your salon website plays a vital role in converting online visitors into new clients. Phil shares real-world data and insights from hundreds of salons that will help you see where your new clients are really coming from, and spoiler alert, it’s probably not from where you think. Whether you're already getting traffic or want to boost your Google game, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[00:00] Intro + What’s Coming Up

Introducing the topic, and previewing the upcoming marketing course.

[01:31] The 5 Ways Clients Find Your Salon

Breaking down the key sources of new clients and why Google is more important than you think.

[04:00] Phil Evans on Google Search & Profiles

Phil explains the difference between Google Search and Google Profile, and why both are crucial for your salon’s visibility.

[15:21] How to Boost Your Google Rankings

A deep dive into SEO, Google Rank, and how to dominate search results with the right keywords and content.

[34:22] Your Website’s Job: Conversion

Why your salon website needs to do more than look good, and how to turn clicks into clients.

[44:00] Google Reviews, Ads, and Analytics

Getting and managing reviews, understanding when ads are worth it, and what metrics to track.

Want MORE to help you GROW?

📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/

🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/

RATINGS + REVIEWS

🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

👉 Here's what you do:

- On your phone, Click here (Read steps below first)

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'

- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars

- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏

Until next time!
Antony

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

CLICK HERE to Get your FREE Salon Search Engine Rank Report from Salon Guru

Episode 039 - The Importance of Website Design and Digital Marketing with Phil Evans

👉 FOLLOW US!

Instagram | Facebook | Website