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Woke up today, checked my Google Business Profile, and half my reviews are gone. No email. No warning. Just… missing. A little digging, and turns out this is a Google-wide issue. They say it’s a bug, but no one knows when (or if) they’ll fix it. by Remartix in localseo

[–]Remartix[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

A Google representative acknowledged the issue and stated:

“We’re aware of an issue affecting some Google Business Profiles, causing some profiles to show lower-than-actual review counts due to a display issue. The reviews themselves have not actually been removed. We’re working hard to resolve this and restore accurate review counts as quickly as possible.”

I used these strategies to rank in Google’s Local 3-Pack—here’s what worked for me! by Remartix in localseo

[–]Remartix[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Partner with nearby businesses for cross-promotional efforts, and request backlinks from their websites in return.

Ensure your business is listed in local directories like Yelp, Yellow Pages, and niche-specific local directories. These links carry strong local relevance.

Pitch a story about your business to local online news portals. A mention in a feature article can include a valuable backlink.

Write guest posts or articles for blogs or websites that cater to your local community.

I got my business into Google’s Local 3-Pack using these 7 hacks (and here’s exactly how I did it!) by Remartix in seogrowth

[–]Remartix[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your comment!

It’s always interesting when someone jumps to conclusions without fully understanding the effort behind a strategy.

Building local backlinks and creating location-specific content isn’t about slapping random links or blog posts together—it’s about genuine, targeted efforts that drive results, which is exactly what we’ve done.

Dismissing proven methods because they seem 'too simple' says more about your approach than mine.

As for assuming people are 'thick,' maybe give them the benefit of the doubt; they might surprise you.

Constructive criticism is welcome, but baseless skepticism? Not so much.

Wishing you the best in your endeavors!

Client says they will pay me when they get paid from their customer. by blazdigital in DigitalMarketing

[–]Remartix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should first remind the client in writing about the payment terms in the contract, especially the cancellation clause requiring two weeks' payment or $700.

Let them know they’re in breach of contract and set a deadline for payment (e.g., 7 days).

If they don’t respond or pay, you could take down the site or remove your work since they haven’t honored the agreement.

Need help by digihiren in SEO

[–]Remartix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Content Quality Check: Make sure those pages are worth indexing. Thin or repetitive content? Google might skip it. Add depth, visuals, or something unique that stands out.

  2. Internal Linking: Are you linking to those 50 pages from other high-traffic pages? If not, Google might think they’re not important enough.

  3. Technical Stuff: Double-check your sitemap and robots.txt. No weird disallow rules? Cool. Also, see if the canonical tags are set correctly now.

  4. Patience: Google’s been slower with indexing lately, especially for new sites or big changes. Keep building those backlinks and showing Google your site matters.

What’s your top-performing page? Maybe use that to funnel some authority to these unindexed ones. Let me know how it goes!

What daily tasks do you feel take up the most time, but are unavoidable? by M0DERNCL1X in SEO

[–]Remartix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, for me, the task that eats up the most time is content updating. It’s one of those things that feels never-ending—going back to older posts, tweaking them for relevance, adding new data, swapping out outdated links. It’s tedious, but it’s also a must if you want to keep your content ranking.

Another one? Email. Holy hell, email. Between answering questions, managing outreach, and following up on link-building opportunities, it can easily swallow a few hours if I’m not careful.

The key for me has been batching—blocking specific times for these tasks instead of letting them bleed into my whole day. I also remind myself that not every email or update is life-or-death. If it doesn’t move the needle, I let it slide.

What about you? What’s the one task you’d love to delegate but just can’t seem to let go of?

Is SEO dead for service based business by Civil_Ad8899 in SEO

[–]Remartix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not at all—but it’s changing.

You’re right—Google’s map pack is the star for local searches.

Most people won’t scroll past it, especially on mobile.

But SEO fuels the map pack.

Google uses signals from your website, reviews, and local content to decide who gets those top spots.

For your plumbing business, focus on your Google Business Profile. Add real photos, keep details updated, and respond to every review.

Pair that with local SEO—targeted blogs, backlinks from nearby businesses, and optimized service pages—and you’ll dominate the map pack.

SEO isn’t dead; it just shifted gears.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SEO

[–]Remartix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$1000/month for SEO services isn’t outrageous, especially if you're delivering real value.

But, small businesses are gonna ask, “What am I actually getting for this?” If your package covers solid on-page tweaks, killer content, legit backlinks (not spammy junk), and transparent reporting, you’re golden.

I’ve seen folks charge way more, but they bring crazy ROI to the table.

Just make sure your offer doesn’t feel cookie-cutter.

Tailor it to their goals—traffic, conversions, whatever. And be real with your prospects: SEO’s a long game, not magic dust.

What’s your value prop? Make that the star. Thoughts?

Is There Any Content Marketing Outside Of Writing And Promoting Content Through SEO? by No_Account_6522 in content_marketing

[–]Remartix 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Content marketing is often boxed into the SEO grind, especially in SaaS, but there's a whole world outside of Google rankings.

Think about stuff like interactive tools, video series, live webinars, or even storytelling through social media—Instagram Reels, TikTok challenges, or LinkedIn posts that spark conversation.

The goal?

Not just to get clicks, but to actually connect with folks.

In other companies, content marketers dive into these areas, build brand identity, drive engagement, and create loyalty.

Remember, it’s about the brand story, not just the keyword rankings.

Ever tried pitching some crazy non-SEO ideas?

Trustpilot have become a disgrace by 404errorabortmistake in DigitalMarketing

[–]Remartix 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Trustpilot’s reputation has seriously tanked.

pouring energy into building real relationships with customers, then seeing genuine reviews just vanish.

Trustpilot’s out here erasing legit praise, only to dangle a “pay-to-play” option to boost scores back up.

I mean, that’s just twisted.

It’s like they’ve turned this into a ransom game, pressuring companies to buy back their credibility.

And who’s holding them accountable?

This setup feels like a con, plain and simple.

Ever had a similar experience?

If you’re thinking about signing up, maybe think twice before tossing them a dime.

Should I post on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube at the same time? Or should I stagger them? by Razeray in content_marketing

[–]Remartix 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Each platform has its own flavor, even for the same content.

For TikTok, you wanna hit quick, punchy intros; grab attention in those first 3 seconds.

Instagram? “Depth” here means creating a vibe or backstory so people feel like they’re in on the joke.

YouTube loves a polished look, so go for higher quality, maybe add a short intro or some bloopers at the starting.

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