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In the past few weeks we've seen a lot of volatility in the types of local search results that Google has been returning since their latest local algorithm update was rolled out back at the close of July. Recently, we're seeing the return of a number of the local 'six-pack' or '7-pack' results that had suddenly dropped from the search results with the release of Google's algorithm update nicknamed "Google Pigeon." Back in July, there was a drastic decrease in

On July 24, 2014, Google announced the roll out of their updated local search algorithm, dubbed 'Pigeon'. Google's new algorithm specifically targeted local results and has dramatically altered the face of local search. Join us for a free webinar Wednesday, September 24 at 11AM PST to find out how to harness Google's new Pigeon Local Algorithm to boost your rankings and increase traffic, leads and sales for your business. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP! When: Wednesday, 11 AM PT /

We're thrilled to announce that Local Positions will be hosting experts from Google this Thursday, October 17th at our offices in Agoura Hills for an exclusive breakfast seminar event for local businesses in the Los Angeles area. The award-winning local marketing company has teamed up with the top search experts at Google to host this free event for select business owners. Join Google and local marketing experts for this incredible free seminar event on Thursday, October 17th from 10-12PDT! This

With Google growing in authority every day, the site continues to attribute its success to its ability to give web users relevant and reliable results. The key for search sites like Google is to maintain credibility and provide web users with a sense of trust—that’s why, more than ever, fake reviews simply will not fly. With a rising focus on the Local search experience and the announcement of new improvements to their spam detection algorithm, Google prompts businesses and SEO

There’s been a lot of talk about local SEO lately but so many businesses have yet to implement it into their online marketing plan. The fact is you can’t ignore the amazing potential of local SEO. According to a study done by Linkdex which examined the ranking variations across 10 different locations, 70% of companies who rank in the top 30 on Google for a location based search don’t rank for the same keyword for all other locations. Adam Stetzer

At the annual WWDC conference this week, Apple announced a new mobile maps application that will replace Google Maps on iPhones, iPads and iPods. This rumor has been going around for several months and it turns out to be true. The new map product will be rolled out with the new iOS 6 update, which is available to developers today and will be available to the rest of the public in the fall. From an online marketing perspective, this is