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AI local visibility is up to 30x harder than ranking in Google: Report

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Danny Goodwin

01/28/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Danny Goodwin. Read the original article Data shows AI assistants recommend only 1% to 11% of locations, revealing a massive gap between Google rankings and AI visibility.

Gemini Local Results Shows How Google Interprets Your Business

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/23/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google’s Gemini Enhances Local Business Insights Google’s Gemini introduces new local search features that provide detailed insights…

The local SEO gatekeeper: How Google defines your entity

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Claudia Tomina

01/21/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Claudia Tomina. Read the original article Google won’t rank what it can’t confidently identify. See how business names and primary categories determine local search eligibility.

Minnesota SEO Consultant Launches Donation-for-Consulting Initiative to Support Locals Impacted by ICE Activity » Nick LeRoy Consulting

Source: Blog – Nick LeRoy Consulting

By: Nick LeRoy

01/21/26

Source: Blog – Nick LeRoy Consulting by Nick LeRoy. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of SEO and AI Strategy Consulting for Minnesota Nonprofits Supporting ICE-Impacted Families Nick LeRoy, founder of SEOJobs.com,…

Google Local Service Ads Verified Section With Passed License Check, Number Of Recent Bookings, etc

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/21/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Tests Enhanced Verification Details in Local Service Ads Google is experimenting with adding new verification attributes…

Microsoft Bing Testing Retro Local Pack In Search Results

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/09/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Bing Tests a Retro-Style Local Pack Interface in Search Results Microsoft Bing is reportedly experimenting with a…

Don’t Create Separate Google Business Profile For Department Listings

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/08/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Why Automotive Dealers Should Avoid Separate Department Listings on Google Business Profile Automotive dealerships should avoid creating…

The Google Business Profile 2-Hour Rule is a Myth: Why Your Google Verification is Actually Failing – Sterling Sky Inc

Source: Sterling Sky Inc

By: Colan Nielsen

12/29/25

Source: Sterling Sky Inc by Colan Nielsen. Read the original article The “2-hour driving guideline” is one of the most persistent sources of confusion for Service Area Businesses (SABs) on Google Maps….

4 Ways to Solve Duplicate Content Issues with Location Pages SEO for Multi-Location Businesses – Sterling Sky Inc

Source: Sterling Sky Inc

By: Joy Hawkins

12/23/25

Source: Sterling Sky Inc by Joy Hawkins. Read the original article Are you a business owner who wants to improve your online presence? One key factor in improving your visibility on Google…

Local SEO Specialist ~ Venveo ~ $75,000-$85,000 USD ~ Remote (US)

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

12/23/25

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Local SEO Specialist – Home Services Portfolio Type: Full-Time Location: Remote (EST business hours) About Us: We’re a fast-growing digital…

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