Tayloe Marketing and Consulting, LLC

09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Have fun, be safe, and enjoy a relaxing weekend!

09/01/2026

💡 : AI Is Searching for Your Business, Too.

When someone asks an AI tool to recommend a local business, where does the answer come from?

New research from analyzed nearly 2 million citations used by Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode, and ChatGPT - and the findings should get the attention of small business owners.

🔎 Google Business Profile was the largest source overall.
⭐ Yelp was another major source and was especially prominent in ChatGPT results.
🌐 Individual business websites were represented across roughly 93% of the domains cited.
📍 Hundreds of different directories were used as sources.

The takeaway?

Your digital presence isn't just about ranking on Google anymore.

Your website, Google Business Profile, Yelp listing, social profiles, industry directories, and other trusted sources all help search engines — and increasingly AI — understand who you are, what you do, and where you do it.

That's another reason I've always emphasized building a complete and consistent digital footprint for small businesses.

Want to see how your business looks across local search?

I've put together free resources for small business owners here:

👉 TMC Local SEO Resources - https://tayloeinternetmarketing.com/local-seo-resources/

Tayloe Marketing and Consulting, LLC

Your Small Business Digital Partner

📞 941-483-6187



Research credit: BrightLocal - Top Sources and Directories for Local AI Search: https://www.brightlocal.com/resources/ai-directory-sources

Your Small Business Digital Partner - Website Design, SEO, hosting, & digital marketing strategies tailored for local success.

08/25/2026

💡 : How to Create Local Content That Converts!

Are you getting website traffic but struggling to get the phone to ring? Content is your chance to be seen, trusted, and remembered. We use for our agency's Local SEO rank tracking, and they recently shared 5 fantastic tips for turning “near me” searches into actual customers:

🔍 1. Tap into what people are searching for: Answer common questions about your service and track regional trends. Meet real needs, don't just guess!
📍 2. Be the local expert: Write about community events or share seasonal tips relevant to Southwest Florida.
📱 3. Keep it fresh and varied: It’s not just about blog posts. Record a quick how-to video, post FAQs, or share mini-guides on social media.
📊 4. Add local proof points: Back up your content with local pricing data, weather impacts, or customer survey stats.
✍️ 5. Write for people first, then optimize: Keep your tone natural and human. Use location keywords and embed maps only where it makes sense.

Need help implementing a local content strategy for your business? Send us a message or give us a call!

📞 941-483-6187
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08/19/2026

**What does a digital marketing, website designer, and webmaster actually do all week?**

A lot of the work I do for clients happens behind the scenes; and that's often the work that keeps their digital presence growing.

Recently, I've been busy with projects including:

🔧 Improving website performance and loading speed for **Doctor Ding Dent Repair**, while also adding new service content and expanding their Local SEO reach.

💻 Completing a new website for **Cory Miller Home Repair**, giving another local small business a professional home online.

🌿 Launching a new website for **Reynolds Mowing**, designed around their specialized commercial mowing and land-maintenance services.

And that's mixed in with the everyday work: new website design work; website updates; hosting, backups, security, SEO monitoring; Google Business Profile improvements; troubleshooting; and the occasional *“Brad, how do I make this work!”* call. 😎

Building a website is only part of what I do.

Keeping it working, improving it over time, and helping it support the business behind it is just as important.

That's what being **Your Small Business Digital Partner** is all about.

Tayloe Marketing and Consulting, LLC
📞 941-483-6187
🌐 tayloeinternetmarketing.com

08/05/2026

🚀 Your Website Doesn't End at Launch! 🚀

A new website is exciting, but that's just the beginning.

Keeping it secure, updated, and running smoothly takes ongoing attention.

At Tayloe Marketing and Consulting, LLC, my Website Hosting and Webmaster Services help small businesses keep their websites performing at their best with:

✔ Secure website hosting
✔ Software, plugin, and security updates
✔ Regular backups and monitoring
✔ Website content updates and troubleshooting
✔ Ongoing SEO support

Whether I built your website or not, I can help keep it working for your business.

After all, your website works 24 hours a day. It deserves the same attention as any other part of your business.

📞 941-483-6187
🌐 https://tayloeinternetmarketing.com

07/27/2026

- Social media is a marathon, not a sprint. Patience is required, along with good planning, interaction and engagement, and tracking.

If you are wondering how your social media efforts are paying off, or have any questions about how to best utilize social media marketing for your business, give us a call for a free consultation 941-483-6187

07/21/2026

🚀

Think customers choose a local business based only on who ranks #1 on Google?

Think again.

According to new research from BrightLocal, consumers look at much more than search rankings before making a decision.

✔️ Clear and complete business information
✔️ Customer reviews
✔️ Star ratings
✔️ Pricing (when available)
✔️ Proximity to their location

In other words...

Being found online is only the first step. Giving customers confidence to choose your business is what turns a search into a new customer.

💡 Take 10 minutes this week to review your Google Business Profile and other online listings. Are your hours, phone number, website, services, and photos accurate and up to date?

Sometimes the smallest updates make the biggest difference.

📊 Research courtesy of BrightLocal 's 2026 Consumer Search Behavior Survey.

https://www.brightlocal.com/research/consumer-search-behavior-decisions/

07/14/2026

🚀 ** : Google Is King... But It's Not the Whole Kingdom. **

Most local businesses focus almost exclusively on Google, and they should! But today's consumers also search on Apple Maps, Bing, Yelp, Facebook, YouTube, Nextdoor, and other trusted platforms before choosing a business.

If your business information is inconsistent or missing across these channels, you're missing opportunities to be found.

** Local SEO isn't just about ranking on Google; it's about building trust everywhere your customers are searching. **

💡 Tip: Take 10 minutes this week to search for your business on Google, Apple Maps, Bing, Yelp, and Facebook. Are your hours, phone number, website, and address accurate on every platform?

Consistency builds trust; and trust wins customers.

Have questions about how YOUR business shows up in search results? Give me a call for a consultation: 941-483-6187

07/09/2026

Is your website making the right first impression?

For many businesses, your website is the first conversation a potential customer has with you. It is also where current or previous clients visit to get contact information, verify business operation and opening times, and where search engines and AI get the majority of the information they use for your business' search engine ranking.

A modern and optimized website should be:

✔ Mobile friendly
✔ Fast
✔ Secure
✔ Easy to navigate
✔ Designed to generate leads and build brand awareness and trust

If your website is several years old, now may be the perfect time for a refresh.

Call for your free website consultation: 941-483-6187

07/03/2026

From our family to yours, wishing a fun and safe Independence Day weekend!

Happy 250th Birthday America!