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Google Business Profile for Local Lead Generation

Make your Business Profile a reliable source of calls, bookings and website visits - and connect it to your funnel.

By Funnel Guru Training Editorial TeamPublished 2026-09-27Updated 2026-09-271 min read
  1. Local search
  2. Business Profile
  3. Call / website / directions
  4. Booked customer

Key takeaways

  • An accurate, complete profile is foundational for local visibility.
  • Genuine reviews and real photos build trust.
  • Track calls and website clicks from the profile separately.

Profile essentials

  • Accurate business name, address or service area, phone and hours.
  • The most relevant primary category plus sensible secondary categories.
  • Services listed with clear descriptions.
  • Real photos of your work, premises and team.
  • A website link to the most relevant page - often a service page rather than the homepage.

Connect it to your funnel

  • Add UTM tags to the website link so profile visits are attributed correctly.
  • Use call tracking where appropriate to measure profile calls.
  • Respond to every review promptly and professionally.
  • Post updates about offers, events or recent work.

FAQ

How do I get more reviews on my profile?

Ask every customer at the right moment with a direct link. See our guide to getting genuine reviews.