Key findings from Webcertain’s 2012 global local search study
In a response to the ever-growing importance of local search, Webcertain has compiled a 45-page report on the global impact of Google Places (now Google+ Local). The exploratory study, which surveyed global marketers in 17 countries worldwide, can now be accessed free of charge via Webcertain’s Global Central System (see how to sign up at […]
Google Places, Social Authority & Keyword Translation: Tips From ISS London
New tips from ISS London, as promised in my post yesterday: 1. Think global, act local Lisa Myers did a presentation on Google Places from a global perspective. Google Places now operates in over 100 countries and local results have started to dominate listings. With the proliferation of smartphones we’ll only see local searches rising […]
Local search survey: Receive a free report on the international impact of Google Places
The survey on the international impact of Google Places can be filled out here. In February, Google sent out a list of 40 algorithm updates – a new record for the company’s monthly series on search quality. While much immediate attention has been given to Panda 3.3 and link valuation in the SEO community, Google’s […]