--- title: "Download Our Free eGuide: 5 Steps to Get Started with Local Search" description: Download this free eGuide to learn how to make the most of local search and help more customers find you. image: https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/Pillars/Placement%20Funnel/Placement%20Funnel_%20Tofu%20Cover%20+%20Shadow@2x.png --- # eGuide: 5 Steps to Get Started with Local Search ## Discover how small business can beat big business with these local search tactics. ![Placement Funnel](https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/Optimized%20Images/Placement-Funnel_Tofu.webp "Placement Funnel") Your online presence is the key to getting found. This is how you do it. ![Stars](https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/Stars.png "Stars") "92% of searchers will pick businesses on the first page of local search results." Google ## Understand the Fundamentals of Local Search Most consumers conduct online research before they visit a location and/or make a purchase. The question is, can they find you online? Ranking in the hyper-competitive world of SEO when you're up against big brands can be challenging, but as a small or multi-location business, you have an advantage: local search.  In this guide, we'll show you how to make the most of that by addressing how to: - Create a Google My Business Account - Get found with NAP - Optimize your digital presence - Stay relevant and ranking well - Get listed on online business directories ![Ellipse-1](https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/Ellipse-1.png "Ellipse-1") *"GoSite made it easier for our customers to do business with us, increasing our bottom line all while making my life better."* **Chris Schmit, J.C. WoodWork** ![ince](https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/ince.png) ![500fst](https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/500fst.png) ![GoSite (1)](https://growth.gosite.com/hubfs/GoSite%20(1).png "GoSite (1)") [hello@gosite.com](mailto:hello@gosite.com) 2815 Camino del Rio S Suite 300 San Diego, CA 92108 © 2020 GoSite, Inc. | [Terms & Conditions](https://www.gosite.com/terms-of-service?hsLang=en) | [Privacy Policy](https://cloud.gosite.com/privacy-policy) Professional Software Suite for Local Businesses