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ONLINE REVIEW
MANAGEMENT

Struggling to keep up with reviews?

As a local business owner, you might wonder about the value of investing time and energy into online reviews. Given the multitude of platforms and avenues available to customers for expressing their experiences – including Facebook, Instagram, Google, Yelp, and more – it can feel daunting to stay on top of all these channels.

However, research has shown that ‘Online reviews’ do affect your revenue so it’s important to find a way to manage it more efficient and effectively.

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According to a Harvard Study, a 1-star increase in your average rating has the potential to result in a revenue increase of 5-9% while a 1-star decrease can lead to a 5% decline in revenue.

60% of consumers say they are influenced by online reviews for local businesses before purchase decision.

5 Key Reasons Why Online Reviews Are Essential For Local Businesses

1. Enhancing Online Visibility

Reviews make it easier for your local business to get found online especially when ranked at the top of search engines.

Reviews help establish your online reputation or social proof by building trust with potential customers researching your business. Research has shown that *60% of consumers say they are influenced by online reviews before making a purchase decision and trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations.

Reviews help you market your business for free thanks to the free word-of-mouth without incurring additional advertising costs.

Reviews provide valuable insights into your customers experiences with your business, helping to identify areas of improvement and help you make changes which increase the likelihood of positive reviews in the future.

Responding to reviews shows to both your existing and potential customers that you care what customers think. Not responding especially to negative reviews can hurt your business and deter potential customers.

5 Key Factors How Online Reviews Affect Your Search Ranking

  1. The overall average star rating of the business.
  2. How recent the latest reviews are.
  3. The number of reviews for the business.
  4. How many different sites the business has reviews on eg Google, Facebook, Yelp etc.
  5. How a business responds to reviews.

EXTRA TIP: Also important if not done already, claim your Google Business Profile to ensure that any information about your company on Google is accurate and updated. Google tends to award GBP members higher relevance scores, especially in Google Maps searches.

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So, Are You A Local Business Owner Needing Help

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Expert Online Review Management Service.

Automated Reviews

We understand the power of reviews in today’s digital landscape. Our seamless automation process takes the hassle out of manual review requests. We effortlessly engage previous, current, and new clients at the perfect moment, ensuring a steady flow of authentic reviews that amplify your credibility and trustworthiness.

Centralized Monitoring

Say goodbye to the days of checking multiple platforms individually. Our intuitive tool (also available as mobile app) provides you with a unified dashboard where you can effortlessly monitor and respond to reviews across various platforms. Gain an instant overview of your average ratings on Google, Facebook and Yelp all in one glance.

Instant Alerts

Negative reviews can be daunting, but with us, you’re always a step ahead. Our system sends you instant alerts the moment a negative review surfaces. Swiftly address the issue, find solutions, and turn dissatisfied customers into your strongest advocates.

Actionable Insights

Our service goes beyond mere monitoring. We equip you with valuable insights into customer sentiment topics such as price, service quality, tidiness, and more. Know precisely what your customers love and where you can make improvements. Never miss out on responding to a review again, as our tool highlights areas where your engagement is needed.

Google Business Profile (GBP)

We elevate your online presence with our GBP setup. We optimize your profile by adding accurate business information, photos and updates. This maximizes your visibility in local searches driving website visits.

Website Embedding

We can embed Google and Facebook Reviews on your website, so authentic customer reviews dynamically appear on your site. This fosters trust and credibility, as visitors view real experiences shared by others.

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