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YouTube: The Secret Weapon for Local Business Rankings

• Local Biz Domination • Season 1 • Episode 29

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Looking to get your local business to the top of Google search results? The secret weapon might surprise you: YouTube videos. While many business owners focus on traditional SEO strategies, there's a powerful opportunity hiding in plain sight that can dramatically boost your Google Business Profile rankings.

YouTube content gets preferential treatment in Google's search results—and that makes perfect sense when you consider that Google owns YouTube. When potential customers search for services in your area, businesses with optimized video content often appear prominently in search results, sometimes even above traditional website listings. It's prime digital real estate that most of your local competitors aren't even competing for yet.

The beauty of this strategy is its accessibility. You don't need expensive equipment or professional editing skills to create effective videos. Short, informative content that showcases your expertise, answers common questions, or highlights your services can significantly impact your visibility. Including links to your Google Business Profile in video descriptions creates a direct pathway for potential customers to contact you. The engagement these videos generate—views, comments, likes, shares—sends powerful signals to Google that your business is trustworthy and authoritative.

This opportunity won't last forever. As more businesses recognize the power of YouTube for local search dominance, competition will increase. That's why acting now gives you a chance to establish your presence before everyone else catches on. Tools like Rank Genius can help automate the process, creating and optimizing videos designed specifically to boost your local search rankings without adding to your already busy schedule. Ready to leverage YouTube to attract more local customers? The time to start is now—before your competitors discover this secret weapon too.

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Speaker 1:

Hey everyone out there running a local business, we know you're busy. I mean, you're the backbone of our communities, keeping the lights on serving customers, juggling a million things at once.

Speaker 2:

Absolutely, and you need strategies that actually bring in customers right, not just another thing to add to your to-do list.

Speaker 1:

Right, so today we're gonna jump into something that might surprise you.

Speaker 2:

Yeah, we're talking about YouTube.

Speaker 1:

You might think of YouTube for funny cat videos or the latest music releases, but it can actually be a game changer for local businesses.

Speaker 2:

Seriously, it's all about your Google business profile. That's what helps people find you online when they're searching locally. And guess what Google loves video.

Speaker 1:

And they especially love YouTube.

Speaker 2:

Makes sense when you think about it. Google owns YouTube right, so it's in their best interest to showcase video content from their own platform.

Speaker 1:

Exactly so. When someone in your area searches for, let's say, best plumber or bakery near me, and you have a great YouTube video optimized for those keywords.

Speaker 2:

Boom. You have a much better chance of showing up at the top of those search results, even above those traditional website listings.

Speaker 1:

It's like prime real estate in Google's search results. And here's the thing so many local businesses aren't using YouTube effectively yet.

Speaker 2:

Which means there's a huge opportunity for you to jump in right now and stand out from the crowd. It's like finding a secret shortcut that no one else knows about.

Speaker 1:

OK, so we've piqued your interest. In this session, we're going to break down exactly why Google favors YouTube for local businesses and how creating those videos can directly boost your Google business profile ranking.

Speaker 2:

And we'll even share some tips on how to make this whole process super simple for you.

Speaker 1:

So let's dive in. Why exactly does Google seem to love YouTube so much when it comes to local businesses?

Speaker 2:

Well, at its core, google wants to provide the most relevant and engaging search results to its users, and video does that incredibly well.

Speaker 1:

I mean, think about it when you're scrolling through search results what catches your eye first? It's usually video, right?

Speaker 2:

Totally, and oh yeah, it can rank in Google search, of course, but also in YouTube's own search engine, and sometimes it can even pop up directly in Google Maps results.

Speaker 1:

So one piece of content working for you in three different places.

Speaker 2:

Exactly. It's about maximizing your online presence, making sure potential customers can find you, no matter where they're searching.

Speaker 1:

And I imagine it's pretty crucial to make it easy for people who do find your video to actually connect with your business.

Speaker 2:

Absolutely. Here's another actionable step Always include a link to your Google business profile in the description of every YouTube video you post. That way, people can easily find your address, phone number, website, even read reviews or leave their room.

Speaker 1:

So we're talking about driving traffic directly to GDP from YouTube.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, it's a seamless connection.

Speaker 1:

Okay, so now let's address the elephant in the room. You mentioned earlier that a lot of local businesses aren't really using YouTube yet.

Speaker 2:

Right, and that's a huge advantage for those who do.

Speaker 1:

It's like an untapped gold mine.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, you might see some big national brands with a strong YouTube presence, but your direct local competitors, the other businesses in your town or city.

Speaker 1:

Chances are they're not doing much on YouTube.

Speaker 2:

Which means if you start creating even basic informative videos now, you can get a massive head start.

Speaker 1:

So this is a limited time opportunity, a chance to get ahead of the curve before everyone else jumps in.

Speaker 2:

Exactly as more businesses realize the power of YouTube, the competition will increase. But right now there's a window to establish yourself as the go-to video resource in your local area.

Speaker 1:

And it doesn't have to be super complicated, right.

Speaker 2:

Nope, not at all. You don't need fancy equipment or a film degree. Short, simple videos showcasing your services or products, answering common questions, offering quick tips those can be incredibly effective.

Speaker 1:

So don't let the idea of video creation intimidate you.

Speaker 2:

Just get started. Even small steps now can make a big difference down the road.

Speaker 1:

Okay, so we understand why Google likes YouTube and how it can increase our visibility, but let's get really specific about how those YouTube videos directly affect our Google business profile ranking. What's the mechanism there?

Speaker 2:

Great question. One of the most immediate impacts is that your YouTube videos themselves can start ranking highly in Google search results.

Speaker 1:

So when someone searches for something related to my business, my video might show up before my website even does.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, and often this will be in the form of a video carousel.

Speaker 1:

Oh, those things that really pop out visually.

Speaker 2:

Yes, it's prime real estate on the search results page and it's often much easier to get a video ranking highly than it is to get your website to the top of page one.

Speaker 1:

It's like a shortcut to getting noticed.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, and remember our pro tip about keywords. That's crucial here, too. Make sure your video title, description and tags are packed with the terms your ideal customers are actually using to search.

Speaker 1:

Okay, so visibility is one piece of the puzzle. What about engagement? You mentioned earlier that how people interact with our videos plays a role in our GBP ranking.

Speaker 2:

It absolutely does. Google is always paying attention to how users interact with online content.

Speaker 1:

They want to see what people are actually interested in.

Speaker 2:

Right. So when people watch your videos, like them, comment on them, share them with others. Those are all positive signals to Google.

Speaker 1:

It shows that your content is valuable and engaging.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, and Google interprets that engagement as a vote of confidence in your business. The more interaction your videos receive, the more likely they are to boost your GBP ranking.

Speaker 1:

It's like a snowball effect.

Speaker 2:

Exactly Engaging videos lead to higher rankings, which leads to more visibility and even more engagement.

Speaker 1:

And here's where it gets really interesting. You also mentioned that YouTube can help establish our business as an authority in our field, which Google then rewards. How does that work?

Speaker 2:

Well, think about it Google wants to provide searchers with the most trustworthy and helpful results. So if you're consistently creating informative videos that answer common customer questions or showcase your expertise in a particular area, You're essentially demonstrating to Google that you're a reliable source of information. Exactly. You're positioning yourself as a go-to resource in your industry, and Google rewards that by giving your GBP a higher ranking.

Speaker 1:

So by sharing our knowledge and expertise through video, we're not just helping potential customers, we're also building credibility with Google.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, it's a win-win.

Speaker 1:

Okay, this all makes a really compelling argument for using YouTube to boost our GBP, but you've also stressed the importance of starting now. What's the urgency here?

Speaker 2:

The urgency is this Google is putting more and more emphasis on video across all its platforms.

Speaker 1:

It's not just limited to search results anymore.

Speaker 2:

Nope, you're seeing videos in Google Maps, results in other Google services, everywhere, and this trend is only going to accelerate.

Speaker 1:

So the early adopters, the businesses that start using video now, will have a significant advantage.

Speaker 2:

Absolutely. They're providing the kind of content that Google clearly values, which means better rankings and greater visibility.

Speaker 1:

And just to put things in perspective, even uploading one well-optimized video per month can put you ahead of most of your local competitors.

Speaker 2:

Seriously, one video a month, it's not as daunting as it might seem.

Speaker 1:

No, that actually seems manageable, especially when you consider the potential return on investment.

Speaker 2:

And remember, the local competition is still relatively low on YouTube. You have a chance to establish a strong presence before everyone else catches on.

Speaker 1:

So we're not just trying to get ahead, we're trying to future-proof our businesses.

Speaker 2:

Exactly. The longer you wait to embrace video, the harder it will be to catch up.

Speaker 1:

All right, this has been incredibly valuable. It's clear that video content on YouTube is becoming essential for local businesses.

Speaker 2:

It's no longer optional if you want to dominate local search.

Speaker 1:

But let's be honest creating videos consistently can feel like a huge hurdle for busy business owners.

Speaker 2:

We understand that You're already juggling so much, and that's why we at Local Biz Domination created a solution to make this whole process simple and effective for you. It's called Rank Genius.

Speaker 1:

Rank Genius, tell us more about that.

Speaker 2:

Rank Genius is designed to automate the creation and posting of video content to both your Google business profile and your YouTube channel and posting of video content to both your Google business profile and your YouTube channel.

Speaker 1:

So it takes care of the filming, editing, uploading all that stuff that can eat up so much time.

Speaker 2:

Exactly. It helps you establish that consistent video presence that Google loves, without you having to become a video expert overnight.

Speaker 1:

And does Rank Genius also ensure those videos are actually effective? Will they help improve our ranking and bring in more customers?

Speaker 2:

Absolutely. Rankgenius optimizes your videos with those all-important local keywords, engaging descriptions, relevant tags and links back to your GBP.

Speaker 1:

So it's not just about creating videos. It's about creating videos that are designed to rank well and attract the right audience.

Speaker 2:

Exactly, and that optimization is what drives more views, more clicks to your GBP and website and, ultimately, more leads in sales.

Speaker 1:

And I imagine Rank Genius also eliminates the need to hire expensive video professionals or spend hours learning complicated software.

Speaker 2:

It does. It's a completely hands-free approach to video marketing for your local business.

Speaker 1:

You set it up and it works in the background while you focus on what you do best serving your customers.

Speaker 2:

Exactly no steep learning curve, no technical headaches, just consistent results.

Speaker 1:

Okay. So, to summarize, rankgenius automates video creation and uploading, keeps your GBP active and updated, optimizes your videos for maximum visibility and saves you a ton of time and effort.

Speaker 2:

Precisely. It helps you get a fully optimized GBP and a stronger online presence without adding extra work to your plate.

Speaker 1:

This has been incredibly insightful. It's clear that YouTube is becoming a necessity for local businesses.

Speaker 2:

And those who embrace it now will have a significant edge over their competitors.

Speaker 1:

So for you, the local business owner, listening, the question is this Will you seize this opportunity, will you leverage the power of video to rise to the top of local search results and attract more customers, or will you risk being left behind as your competitors move ahead?

Speaker 2:

The choice is yours, but the future of local search is undeniably video.

Speaker 1:

And Rank Genius can make that future a reality for your business. Think about it. What will your video strategy be?