After a career as a professional musician and band leader in the Miami South Florida Area I decided to see if I could make some money with this new internet thing. After years of trial and error I started to get the hang of it and now I am completely financially independent because of my various online businesses. The goal of this blog is to chronicle my continued marketing experiences. I focus on real examples of what works and what does not work.
Google does not give us a recipe for getting our sites ranked. We have to use our own experiences to see what actually works rather than theory.
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In the modern era of digital dependency, we no longer have to make wild guesses or physically roam the city streets to find what we need. Almost everyone relies on influencer recommendations, online reviews, or Google Maps to find the best places. As a result, many videos have surfaced online boasting of substantial earnings, such as “$800 in 4 hours with Google Maps”. But are these claims feasible? Let’s uncover the potential of Google Maps as a tool for sustainable business growth.
A Treasure Hunt in Online Videos
While these online videos cannot always guarantee you whopping earnings of $800 in 4 hours, they certainly possess some practical strategies to make money online. However, the goal here should not be quick money. Instead, our focus should be on creating a sustainable business model that continuously generates revenue.
Capitalizing on these strategies, I’m currently making around $30,000 a month. How, you ask? By partnering with real businesses that do not disappear like a puff of smoke every five minutes. Let’s unravel the strategies that can help you earn more than the hyped “$800 in 4 hours”.
The Path to Sustainable Business Growth
In essence, the videos are all about offering marketing services to local businesses. Specifically, they emphasize the power of Google My Business—a tool that can make or break a local business.
Here, I employed a test strategy to find psychiatrists in the Fort Lauderdale area. Upon typing “psychiatrist Fort Lauderdale“, Google My Business brings up a list of all the psychiatrists in that locality, complete with reviews, ratings, and other pertinent details.
A high rank on Google My Business can attract hordes of new customers. Conversely, a low rank can be detrimental to a business. By scrolling through, you can identify businesses that need a digital boost and propose your marketing services to them. Now, you are probably wondering about your lack of experience or knowledge. Fret not, as I’m going to show you a foolproof way to level up your skills.
Google My Business — A Golden Key to Digital Transformation
Providentially, you can demonstrate your value to local businesses by offering directory submission and Google My Business optimization. Let’s break them down:
Directory Submission: We list the businesses on 300 USA directories that specialize in local businesses, for instance, Yellow Pages and Yelp. Such listings enhance their website rankings and overall business page presence. Don’t fret if you don’t know how to do it; all you need is to order this gig from Fiverr for the cost of $10 or $25 for a premium service. You can then charge the customer around $200 for it.
> Important note: Most business owners neither have the time nor the inclination to interface with subcontractors. This is where you come into the picture by offering a done-for-you service.
Google My Business Optimization: Most businesses do not spend enough effort on optimizing their Google My Business pages. By offering this optimization, you can significantly add value to their digital presence.Google offers a free course that teaches you the ins and outs of Google My Business. The entire course takes about 40 minutes to complete, after which your Google certification can act as proof of your expertise.
After procuring these skills, you can approach any local business confidently and offer to assist them. If you look carefully, you will find plenty of businesses in dire need of help.
Building Relationships Over Transactions
One of the most effective ways to connect with prospective clients is through an email or a phone call. Keep your initial interaction laid back, highlighting what you can offer them free of cost (say, Google My Business optimization).
It’s essential to realize that your initial goal doesn’t have to be an instant sale. Instead, strive to build a relationship with them that might open doors to numerous business opportunities down the line.
As you accumulate experience and establish relationships, you can offer myriad value-added services that local businesses desperately need. For instance, you can provide blog creation and video production services, SEO, and much more. The potential is endless.
In A Nutshell
We all dream of making quick money. However, a short-term financial gain cannot ensure long-term success. So, whether you are hitting dead-ends in the Business Opportunity niche, or you are just starting your entrepreneurial journey, consider switching to a domain that involves offering services to businesses. Strategically utilizing digital platforms like Google Maps and Google My Business can help you tap into a fairly stable source of income.
So, what are you waiting for? Go and unlock your potential today!
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