Better ranking for google places

[vladraush99]

Hi,

What can i do to rank better in Google for local listings?

im already ranking  number 1 for my keywords after local listings,

but i really want to improve that, because im loosing a lot of traffic,

I do have my business listed in local.yahoo.com, yelp citysearch.com etc..

and i constantly  build my link to google places plage.

Thanks

[shami]

This is a common question, take a look at my article here which should give you some tips : http://marketing.yell.com/web-design/where-is-my-google-places-listing/

[DarinPirkey]

Yes, Ahtisham is right.  Reviews has a strong correlation with ranking better in Places.   I have places pages that have ZERO links to them but are number one.  What matters is the reviews, your NAP format.

Do you have a Suite Number and do people come to you or are you a service business?  Those matter in how you set up your profile.  Each need to be "on-page" optimized differently.

There was a great Mozinar earlier this year on Google Places.  Definitely take the time to watch it.

http://www.seomoz.org/webinars/all-about-google-places

[vladraush99]

Yes Darin,

i do have a suite number its a hair salon and spa service.

Thanks i really appreciate for the answer.

[DarinPirkey]

I would go into Google Places and make sure that your address is optimized

Address on one line and suite number on second line.  If it isn't this way, I would re-verify the listing.

Heres a link to the Google Places Quality Guidelines.

Make sure you comply with all of these items.  It's only a page long so not a lot to do but definitely make sure you are in high compliance with them.