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Key Takeaways:
- Adding locations takes about 15 minutes per location
- Proper setup leads to better visibility
- Each location needs unique details
- Organized management saves time long term
Hey there! Frank the Local SEO Guy here. Just last week, I helped Raj expand his auto repair business by adding his second location to Google Business Profile. Like many business owners I work with, he wasn’t sure about the right steps to take. Let me share the exact process we used.
| Metric | Before Setup | After 30 Days |
|---|---|---|
| Phone Calls | 0/month | 45/month |
| Direction Requests | 0/month | 78/month |
| Website Visits | 0/month | 156/month |
Step by Step Instructions:
- Access Your Dashboard
- Sign in to your Google Business Profile Manager
- Look for the “Businesses” tab at the top of your screen
- Choose Your Addition Method For a Single New Location:
- Click “Add Location”
- Select “Add Single Location”
- Enter your new location’s details
For Multiple Locations:
- Select “Create Group”
- Name your business group
- Start adding locations one by one
Pro Tip: When I helped Kai expand his coffee shop chain, we created a group first. This made managing his three locations much simpler.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Using the same phone number for multiple locations
- Copying business hours without checking
- Forgetting to add location specific photos
Success Story: Last month, I worked with Amara’s Nail Salon on their expansion:
| Setup Phase | Results |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Location verified |
| Week 2 | Photos and services added |
| Week 3 | First reviews received |
| 30-Day Result | 67 new appointments |
Key Steps for Success:
- Verify each location properly
- Add unique photos for each spot
- Set accurate business hours
- Use location specific phone numbers
- Create unique descriptions
Need Help? Book a FREE Local SEO Strategy session and I’ll walk you through setting up your new location correctly.
