Local Marketing Institute Podcast
Equip yourself with practical, trustworthy digital marketing tactics for local business. Learn from the best local marketers in the world how to get more customers using Google My Business, Facebook, email marketing, social media, local search, digital advertising and more. Whether you run a small business, nationwide chain / franchise, or are a marketing agency, each episode will help you grow your business. No shiny objects, minutia, or questionable tactics that can damage your business. Just practical, effective, and proven digital marketing strategies that will really move the needle on your business.
Local Marketing Institute Podcast
Local SEO and Marketing Q&A Session March 27, 2026
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Local Marketing Institute
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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Each week, Greg and Ben answer your questions on digital marketing for local businesses … local search engine optimization (SEO), Google Business Profile, social media, email marketing, websites, online advertising and more.
Updates and Questions
- Google updates review guidelines.
- ChatGPT opens self-serve ad access in April.
- Google announces Search Live has launched globally.
- GBP performance metrics on Offer Posts.
- Ads are coming to Apple Maps.
- What should I know about AI review responses?
- Is there anything I can do if a fake listing I’ve reported keeps getting reinstated?
- How do I change my business name on my GBP without getting suspended?
- How do I enable Offer Posts if I don’t have the option to do so?
- Should I use AI phone assistants to handle calls?
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