What Is AEO and Why Local Businesses Need to Understand It Now
Most local business owners have heard of SEO. Many are familiar with Google Maps and the Map Pack. Very few understand AEO — and that gap is about to matter a lot more. AEO stands for Answer Engine Optimization. It is the practice of making your business easy for AI systems to understand, trust, and […]
What Actually Goes Into Google Map Pack Rankings
The Google Map Pack is the most valuable real estate in local search. Appearing in those top three spots can dramatically increase the number of calls a business receives. Yet most owners have only a vague idea of how ranking works. Here are the primary factors that influence Map Pack rankings: 1. Relevance Google needs […]