Thread: New Intensive ADVANCED Google+ Local TRAINING

I just completely restructured and expanded
my intensive Advanced Google+ Local training program.
Doubled the time and added tons of content - without increasing the price.

There is SO much important new info with all the new problems (like moves, do not support problems, etc.) and all the new G+ merge stuff that needs to be covered, that I could not cover it all in 1 session.

Expanded from 2 to 5 hours. Spit into 2 group training sessions over 2 days. Same price.

GENERAL TRAINING INFO

ADVANCED Google+ Local TRAINING (For EXPERIENCED Local Search consultants only)
This is not beginner Google+ Local training and we don't have time to cover any 101 stuff in this course. This is advanced training. You need to have demonstrated experience to benefit from this knowledge. (Hands-on with at least 10 clients or G+L pages preferred).

The Advanced Google Places/Google+ Local training is delivered interactively via phone, personally by me.
No canned content or videos.

SOME of the TOPICS COVERED (But outline changes as fast as Google changes)

Session 1 - Important strategies and issues. Detailed info about how the 2 local algos work and top ranking factors, NAP research tips and tricks, optimization tips no one else knows or teaches, guideline issues & minefields to avoid, some specific and tricky problem areas - citations, overview of my customer review building training (included a bonus), Map Maker as a troubleshooting/diagnostic tool and tons more.

Also cover all the most important things you need to know that surround the issue of merging/verifying Google+. Really cuts through the confusion and explains exactly what you need to know about how things stand currently.

Session 2 – Day 2 we get more into the granular details: hands on tips, warnings and short-cuts for editing in the dashboard, my trick for bypassing verification (huge time & hassle saver - EXPLAINED HERE), dashboard gotchas, lots of tips for avoiding common time-wasting problems, how to deal with dupes/merges, moved/rebranding problems and how to handle multi-location business issues, service area business problems and how to stay out of trouble, advanced troubleshooting tips and overview/links to the most important Google+ Local resources.

ADVANCED TRAINING MATERIALS INCLUDED:

.:. 12 detailed pages of course outline, notes, bonus optimization tips, list of important resources and tools.

.:. Access to the Local Search Pros PRIVATE Forum for ongoing support & brainstorming.

.:. Upgrade to “Local Search Pro” statue and "Local Search Pro" Badge for your site.

.:. Overview of all the new G+ merge changes and what’s coming plus list of most important G+ resources.

.:. MP3 BONUS - RECORDED TRANSCRIPT OF TRAINING CALL - I blast through a TON of important info so it’s really important to have a recording of our training. Either to play back for a refresher later OR for training new staff.

BONUS TOOLS (You are free to modify and use for your own clients.)
Client data worksheet, project tracking worksheet, comprehensive customer review training program.

Here are a few training reviews on my Google+ Local page

Below are a couple recent forum comments from recent attendees.

Originally Posted by Kristen

I also took both of Linda's courses and I would highly recommend them even if you have a lot of experience in local SEO. There are so many 'experts' giving you ways to do things, Linda's methods to me were very helpful and cleared up unanswered questions I had for a long time.

The fact that you can actually talk to Linda, get the latest on local and ask her questions rather than buy an 'out of the box' course was one that I found extremely valuable.

Originally Posted by Nick.SEOSpark

I had some training from Linda last year and thought it was fantastic! I took the "Organic Local SEO Hooks" (aka Secret Sauce) training and gained so much from it. Even though I thought I was pretty good at "On-Page", I learnt a lot of new things from Linda that has benefitted my clients immensely. Also, loved how well organised it was, great delivery and lots of training documents + recording to take away. Thanks Linda. I'm still raving about the training as you can see.

NEXT COURSE: March 21st & 22nd. Seating extremely limited and I only do one course per month.

Please contact me to request complete details including time, price and requirements for attending.
(Be sure to specify if you want G+ Local Training or Local SEO/Local Hooks Training)

PS I also just posted details about my Local On-site SEO Course w/ Automated Local SEO Template. See that post for complete details.

Just occurred to me I should maybe share some of the reasons I had to restructure and expand this training and make it a small group collaborative session, instead of one-on-one training as before.

Originally this was a 2 hour course. But due to all the new issues AND new solutions/resources I had to keep adding, the course just kept getting longer and longer and was so jam packed that it usually left no time for Qs. (I attempt to jam about 6 hours of content into 4 hours so it's a ton to cover all in one sitting.)

Plus for East Coast clients it was running straight through dinner to 7:30 PM (on a Friday or Saturday night). So it made it really hard for East Coasters to attend.

Plus I can't talk for 3 - 4 hours straight. I lose my voice.

I also did not have enough time to fit everyone in for one-on-one training that needs it. So in order to fit everyone in AND double the time to 4 hours, WITHOUT increasing price, I’ve turned training into a small group collaborative training session. (Group training benefit: Other pros on the call might ask an important question or raise a big issue you didn't think of, but need to know about.)

So now it's split over 2 days into TWO 2 hour sessions. 1 - 3 PST. Much easier for all of us to schedule and much easier to assimilate. Because it's so intensive, it was just too much to do all at once and people would complain their head was going to explode.

Just did the 1st group training split in 2 sessions last week and it went SOOO well! I was so pleased. All were high end experienced pros, who brought lots of great questions to the table. And by splitting it up, folks were able to absorb session 1 and then bring any left over questions to session 2 for us to cover. Was really good! But STILL ran over-time and ended up being 4 1/2 hours because… well, there's just really that much to cover.

Linda I'm actually considering both of your courses. What's the best email to reach you at? Or you could simply email me at mwilton13(at)gmail(dot)com.

Thanks Mike, it's above, but for anyone that missed it: linda AT catalystemarketing DOT com

Would LOVE to have you Mike. Think it would be mutually beneficial on several counts! I'll email you the info later today.

I just wanted to chime in a bit and say that both training courses that Linda offers is well worth your time. The sessions are never rushed and she is great at answering all of your questions. Even in a group setting you are able to ask questions and it still feels like a one on one setting. The best thing about a group is other's will ask questions you didn't even think to ask about. It doesn't matter how long you have been in the SEO business you will learn something new and helpful. I have taken both of her training courses and I learned more than I thought possible. I highly recommend both courses.

Wonderful, Linda! Your clients will be so lucky (and smart)!

Thanks so much Marie and Miriam!

Getting some questions re the 2 courses. Yes they are separate and they tie together to some degree.
Best flow is Advanced G+L 1st, then on-site Local SEO 2nd.

Linda, i've been lurking around here for quite some time and love your forum and the service you provide. I am interested at your training however, I am not able to find the cost for it anywhere on the site.
Just wondering if you could help with that or maybe I've just been staring at the screen for so long I can't see it.

thnx
Isaac

Hey Isaac, thanks so much, glad you like the forum.

No you didn't miss it. I only post a brief overview publicly. There's a lot more info, including pricing,
available via email. Feel free to email me and I'll get you all the additional details.
Email: linda AT catalystemarketing DOT com