If you have a local business and you want to advertise online, there are two essential resources that you should be familiar with. You will have to list your business with Google Local and Yahoo! Local. These are starting places, however.
Other essential local advertising resources include CitySearch, and other local advertising directories. You should check to see if your local community has a directory. If not, then list your business with Google Local and Yahoo! Local. You can also advertise in niche directories are specific to your business. Why would you do this?
You would advertise your local business in niche industry directories because related, noncompetitive businesses can lead you to customer relationships through their list of networks and contacts. That’s a very valuable way to make connections for your own business. Don’t leave it out.
