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The Future of Google Search: Staying Ahead of Google’s 2026 Changes
Google It -> Ask AI The way people search online is undergoing its biggest transformation in a decade. Customers across Iowa aren’t just typing basic keywords into a search bar anymore. They’re having full-blown conversations with AI to find products, services, and local businesses. Back in May, Google hosted its annual Google Marketing Live conference, where it unveiled what's next for search, advertising, and AI. As an agency that works in Google's advertising ecosystem e
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4 days ago6 min read


Advantages of Google Local Service Ads for Small Businesses
It’s no secret that small businesses often struggle to stand out amongst the crowd in online search results. They are competing with large companies who have strong visibility and countless resources to get them to the top. Google Local Service Ads is a solution designed to help local service providers reach prospective customers who are actively seeking their services. Utilizing Google Local Service Ads (LSA) can help with visibility but also provides comprehensive lead tra

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Oct 16, 20253 min read


Advertising & Marketing in Cedar Rapids - A Guide for Small Business Owners
Every community is unique. As a small business owner in Cedar Rapids, it can be difficult to understand the challenges and opportunities...

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May 12, 202314 min read


Keyword Match Types in Google Ads PPC (Pay-Per-Click) Campaigns - and What They Mean
Have you ever tried to build and manage your own PPC (Pay-per-click) campaign in Google Ads? If you're inexperienced, the user interface...

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Nov 17, 20225 min read


Using the Review Link on your Google Business Profile - A Guide for Small Business Owners
Over the last two years or so, Google has added many additional features to their Business profile listings. Formerly known as Google My...

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May 26, 20223 min read
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