The difference between Google Maps and UK Local Search

Having completed another all day training session with  Google AdWords team from Sydney Australia it is clear that Local Search is growing in user acceptance.  Google does not use the term “Local Search” but calls their product/service Google Maps.  Google Maps is a very serious and useful tool but often people perform a local search NOT in Google maps but in the general or “universal” search of Google.  Our UK Local Search Directory works because many of our pages are indexed and listed in the organic results.  What this means for your business is that your business gets found in the local search results of Google’s organic search.  You should still be in Google Maps, but why not both since they are free.

Why Local Search

It was only a few years ago that “search” replaced email as the major reason people cited for using the Internet.  Now, Local Search is out growing general search.  This is a result of more and more people starting to use the Internet to find local businesses.  These can be restaurants, retailers, professional service providers and trade people.  Our “always on” lives are seeing us use the Internet for more local activities.  Our WIKI driven Local Search and Business diectory, including Google Maps, is a great place to start and promote your business.

UK-Local-Search.co.uk on the 1st page of Google UK

Our web site www.UK-Local-Search.co.uk us now found on the first page of Google search results for “UK Local Search”. Our Web 2.0 efforts are starting to pay off.  Get your business listed for free in our UK local search business directory and have your business found.

This is the First UK Local Search Blog

We are a web 2.0 company!  What that means is that the listings in this UK Local Search Directory are all free!  Yes,  every one and below you will find a comprehensive list.

1. Your business name
2. A “tag line” that describes your business
3. Inclusion in up to 6 business categories
4. Your street or mailing address.  This can be turned off if you wish
5. Inclusion of the “greater surrounding area” that you service
6. Your email address is a “spam proof” system
7. Your web site URL linked to your web site
8. A contact name for your company
9. The year your business was established
10. The payment types you accept
11. Your hours of operation
12. A primary, an alternative phone number
13. Your fax number
14. Your premises shown on a Google map

UK Local Search is powered by an Australian company, AussieWeb Pty Ltd  The CEO is Monte Huebsch.  We welcome your comments and feedback on our first UK Local Search project.

Best

Monte