If you've ever typed your business name into Google… and nothing came up, you're not alone. It's frustrating. You've done the work. You've set up your website. Maybe even claimed your Google Business Profile. But for some reason, you're still invisible when it matters most.
This post is for small business owners, tradespeople, and local pros who are wondering:
"Why isn't my business showing up when people search for me?"
Let's walk through the most common reasons — and how to fix them, fast.
This is step one. If you haven't officially claimed your GBP listing, you're at the mercy of public suggestions and whatever Google thinks your info might be.
How to fix it:
It's free, and it gives you control over how your business appears on Google Maps and Search.
This is one of the most overlooked ranking signals. A business with 0–2 reviews is going to get buried under others with 10–20+ reviews.
And yes — it's absolutely possible to start asking for reviews without feeling pushy. One quick, polite message like this works:
Want your direct review link? Use our free generator here.
Google likes active businesses. If your profile has:
…it's probably not going to rank well. You've got to look "alive."
Add these today:
If you're a plumber in Vancouver or a realtor in Toronto… there's a lot of competition.
That means you need to go a little further:
We built Fast Local SEO Checker to give business owners like you a quick, free scan of your local SEO health. You'll get:
No jargon. No pitch. Just answers.
You don't need to be an SEO expert to show up on Google. You just need the right steps — and the commitment to do a little each week.
If you want help or just want to bounce some ideas around, feel free to reach out here. I've been working with small businesses long enough to know how valuable your time is.
Let's make your business easy to find. 🔎