Google Places Gets A New Look!

Google Places is constantly changing and updating! Google recently released an update to the way it displays local results to give more prominence to Google Places data within the search results. The new look substitutes a horizontal map for a vertical one displayed on the right side of the Places results. This allows more ads to appear above the fold without scrolling down the page.

• The map is vertically larger and more pins are displayed.
• The RED Google pins are now GRAY. The grey pushpins become red when you hover your mouse over the pin.
• When you click on the red arrow a new panel to the right is displayed with more information. This information includes Place Page photos with more details and the business’s home page.
• Five images from the Google Places profile appear as thumbnails.
• A short snippet from the Places descriptions appears as “At a glance” info.
• The business hours appear.

• All of the important business information is above the fold on your page – this is prime marketing real estate.
• The Places Page and website are both displayed; if you click the right arrow it will go between both.
• Citations (listings and directories) are shown.

The new look of Google Places is great because it displays information without needing to actually click on the business’s Places Page.

It is now more beneficial than ever for small businesses to optimize their Google Places business listing by completely filling out the Google Place page information with plenty of details about their business, including photos, videos, and accurate company information. Consistent updates and positive customer reviews are also critical to maximize a business’s Google Places page value and boost rankings!

Our customers have ABSOLUTELY gotten business as a direct result of their Google Places listing being at the top!

If you’re interested in having a quality Google Places listing created and optimized, call us at (317) 805-4933 and ask for Chad Frazell.

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