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5 ways to get more reviews

Having instant, easy access to the internet has changed how people shop. These days it’s rare to make a purchase decision about a product or service without first seeing other people’s opinions.

In fact, 86% of consumers will read reviews for local businesses, with ten online reviews being read on average before the consumer feels able to trust a local business. 91% of 18-34 year olds trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations, and did you know that a business’s response to reviews is just as important, with 89% of consumers reading them?

With online opinions having so much influence on your prospective clients’ behaviour, what can you do to increase your reviews on VetHelpDirect.com?

Best UK Vet Awards 2017 – the Results are In!

Most of our readers will probably be aware of the Best UK Vets Awards which we sponsor, but for those who don’t, it’s a reflection of our commitment to genuine, client-led reviews. On the websites VetHelpDirect.com and Any-UK-Vet.co.uk, clients can leave reviews of their practice. They are invited to leave a star-review (one star for abysmal, five for excellent), plus any comments about that practice.

On 10th of February we then count up all the four and five-star reviews, and the practice with the most is declared the winner. They receive free publicity from us (like this blog, among other things!), a series of press releases, and an awards ceremony & after-party for their clients, PR materials, a trophy, certificate, banner…the list goes on!

This year, the winner is…

Respond and Engage – it’s a Facebook Must!

Your Facebook page should be full of comments, likes, photos and questions from your fans.

This engagement is not a ‘nice-to-have’…

This engagement is hugely valuable and an opportunity for you to turn real people into paying clients. Here’s how:

Local SEO Part Five, Online Reviews & Reputation

Our Local SEO blog series has now covered Google Places, website optimisation, paid online advertising and citations…but there’s more! Online reviews are crucial to your internet marketing efforts. So this blog post goes into a little more detail on them…

Five Ways to Market Your Practice Online

Internet marketing and where to start with it may feel a little daunting. So, in no particular order, we’ve put together our top five ways to market your practice in the digital space…

Email Marketing – why it’s a MUST – and how to do it!

According to the Direct Marketing Association, email marketing has an average ROI of £40 for every £1 spent. So why aren’t more veterinary practices using this exceptional marketing tool? Read on for information and advice that will hopefully show you why to start and where to begin.

Facebook Reviews Explained

You may have noticed the new addition of a star rating on your Facebook page. This article will explain the basics of why it’s there, how it works, how to use it or how to get rid of it…

Boost Your Online Reputation

Boosting a positive online reputation is a hugely important part of your online marketing. What are you doing to boost yours? Below we have some ideas to help…