There are 2 main types of local marketing – Discovery and Retention.
Type one, Discovery is about capturing new clients and included, but not limited to Local Search, Local PPC, Local Placements, Direct Mail/Newsletters, and Social.
Type two – Retention is triggered marketing. Marketing isn’t just about attracting new clients, but also retaining current clients and or bringing back clients that have dropped off. Retention mostly delivered through newsletter communication, on-site coupons and offers, and offsite freebees.
To add it all up, you need:
- Define brand position and messaging – identify what to say and who it should be said to.
- Appear everywhere – with help of Directory Placements, PPC, SEO, Referrals, etc.
- Make it personal – consumers are more likely to response to relevant messages – local and unique.