Trades Secrets: Contractor Marketing

Episode 30 - Google's Tool Shed: Free Tools & Why You Need Them

Devon Hayes & Amanda Joyce

In today's episode, we take you on a journey through Google's Tool Shed, revealing a treasure trove of free tools that can revolutionize your marketing strategy. Discover why you need to care about these tools, as they are not only cost-effective but also incredibly effective in tracking and enhancing your marketing efforts. Before we dive into the details, remember that each of these tools requires a login, so ensure you have access to all of them with a single email login for maximum convenience.

We kick off the exploration with Google Business Profile (GBP), a vital free business listing from Google that's essential for appearing in the local 3-pack. Learn how to showcase your services, answer FAQs, and build trust with consumers and Google by gathering reviews. Next, we delve into Google Analytics, an absolute must-have for tracking website traffic and measuring marketing success. We'll guide you through GA4, explaining how to monitor form fills, downloads, popular content, user behavior flow, and more.

Continue the journey to uncover the power of Google Tag Manager (GTM), a tool that streamlines website tracking without overwhelming code implementations. Discover how GTM helps you create triggers, deliver data to your GA4 profile, and track valuable actions like contacts, phone calls, downloads, and video views. Explore other indispensable tools, including Google Search Console, Google Ads, Google Local Services Ads (GLSA), Google Trends, and Google Alerts, each offering unique insights and advantages for your marketing endeavors. Don't miss this opportunity to level up your marketing game with Google's Tool Shed! Hit play and let's get started.

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