What are the benefits of having an online presence for small businesses?

Small business owners, if you don't want to throw away time and money, start with these: 1. Get on the map: Register your business on Google Business Profile, Apple Business Connect, and Bing Places to appear in local searches and on maps. 2. Get seen quickly: Try Google Search Ads. It's the fastest way to get your business seen on the first page of Google search results. 3. Get into the right directories: Quickly get your business on page 1 of Google search results indirectly by listing in directories already on page 1. 4. Make your listings pop: Make it clear why customers should pick you over others. 5. First impressions count: Your website has just 2 seconds to show visitors they can trust you and should learn more.

Having an online presence enhances visibility and credibility. With a website, social media, or online directory listing, you appear in searches, attracting potential customers. Displaying expertise, testimonials, and a portfolio builds trust and authority in your niche.

"Closed mouths don't get fed." A stable online presence helps prospective buyers discover your business. It also helps them decide if your service/product is a legitimate solution to their problems. (They can't do this if they don't know you.)

Most small businesses still face the limitations of lack of online presence because of their ignorance about the power of online visibility for business success. It is great when people talk about your business but without an online presence, you will be unable to join the conversation.

Having an online presence means being on the internet, and it can help you make friends and keep them happy. You can talk to them, answer their questions, and share cool things with them. You can also send them emails and ask them what they like. This way, your customer will really like you and want to be your friend for a long time!

Having a presence online means you can show people what you have to offer and sell things on the internet. It's like having a store that people can visit on their computers or phones. You can use special tools to make more people see your store and buy your things.

Small business owners, don't gamble with your marketing. Several free tools show you exactly what's working and what's not in being found by your customers and them reaching out for what you offer. And then you will know what to focus on and invest in, rather than guessing. 1. If Google Analytics shows that not enough people are visiting your website, then focus on being found more easily (eg. get listed on Google and Apple business profiles, and directories already on page 1; try Google search ads). 2. If not enough people are reaching out after visiting your website, you can learn why with free tools such as Microsoft Clarity. Not technical? No worries ! Help is available to make it easy for you to use these tools.

Having an online presence means being on the internet. It helps you come up with new and different ideas for your work. You can use things like blogs, videos, and social media to share what you know with others. You can also learn from people online. Being different and creative can make you special and different from others.