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2026 Playbook — New

The 2026 Local Marketing Playbook

The complete go-to resource for local business owners in 2026. Covers AI search optimization, Google Business Profile mastery, reputation strategy, paid ads, and the new signals that drive map pack rankings.

How to appear in ChatGPT, Perplexity & AI search results
The Google Map Pack ranking factors for 2026
Review generation scripts that actually work
Monthly marketing calendar template included
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68%
of searches are AI-assisted in 2026
3.4x
more calls from optimized profiles
92%
of buyers check reviews first
What's Inside — Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: Your Digital Foundation
Chapter 2: Google & Maps Dominance
Chapter 3: AI Search Optimization
Chapter 4: Reputation & Reviews
Chapter 5: Paid Ads Strategy
Chapter 6: Measuring What Matters
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Guide
PDF Checklist
The Ultimate Local SEO Checklist for 2026
47-point checklist covering on-page SEO, Google Business Profile, local citations, schema markup, and reputation signals. Updated for the latest Google algorithm changes.
47 action items · PDF
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Guide
Step-by-Step Guide
Google Business Profile Setup & Optimization Guide
The complete guide to setting up and fully optimizing your Google Business Profile — from initial claim to posting strategy, Q&A management, and photo optimization that drives clicks.
28 min read · PDF
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Template
Email Templates
Review Request Email & SMS Template Pack
12 proven email and SMS templates for requesting Google reviews from happy customers. Includes A/B tested subject lines, follow-up sequences, and scripts for awkward situations.
12 templates · .DOCX + PDF
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Guide
In-Depth Guide
AI Search Optimization: Get Found on ChatGPT & Perplexity
Learn exactly how AI search engines choose which local businesses to recommend. Covers structured data, citation consistency, E-E-A-T signals, and how to train AI models to cite your business.
35 min read · PDF
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Webinar
Recorded Webinar
Facebook & Instagram Ads for Local Businesses — Masterclass
74-minute deep dive on running profitable Facebook and Instagram ads for local businesses. Covers audience targeting, creative that converts, retargeting, and budgeting on $500/month or less.
74 min · Video + Slides
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Template
Script Templates
Local Business Video Script Templates (8 Ready-to-Film)
Eight plug-and-play video scripts for local businesses: intro video, testimonial requests, seasonal promos, service spotlights, behind-the-scenes, and FAQ format. Works for any vertical.
8 scripts · .DOCX
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Guide
Strategy Guide
Voice Search SEO for Local Businesses: The 2026 Guide
How to optimize your business for Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa, and in-car search. Includes FAQ page templates, conversational keyword research method, and "near me" ranking tactics.
22 min read · PDF
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Free Tool
Free Online Tool
Free Local Visibility Score — See How You Rank in 60 Seconds
Enter your business name and city. Our AI audits your Google, maps, reviews, website, citations, and AI search presence — then scores you out of 100 with a personalized improvement roadmap.
Instant results · Free forever
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Webinar
Recorded Webinar
Google Ads for Local Service Businesses — How to Stop Wasting Budget
Stop bleeding money on Google Ads. This 55-minute workshop covers keyword match types, negative keywords, smart bidding vs. manual, Local Services Ads setup, and how to calculate a profitable target CPA.
55 min · Video + Worksheet
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Template
Response Templates
Reputation Management Template Pack — Respond to Any Review
30 customizable response templates for 1-star, 3-star, and 5-star Google reviews. Includes scripts for angry customers, fake reviews, and thank-you responses that showcase your brand voice.
30 templates · .DOCX + PDF
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Video
Video Course
Short-Form Video Marketing for Local Businesses (TikTok, Reels & Shorts)
4-part video series showing local business owners how to create scroll-stopping short-form content using just a smartphone. Covers hooks, captions, hashtags, and posting schedules that grow followers fast.
4 videos · 38 min total
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Free Tool
Free Online Tool
Local Citation & NAP Consistency Audit Tool
Check if your business Name, Address, and Phone number are consistent across Yelp, Facebook, Apple Maps, Bing, Yellow Pages, and 40+ directories. Inconsistent NAP kills your local rankings.
Checks 40+ directories · Free
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