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[–] [email protected] 6 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

I mean they’re not wrong. Nobody in business gives a crap about anyone other than Google for reviews and correct business info. If you don’t show up in Google, you may as well not exist.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

I don't know about that, I run an electrical contracting business with zero listings on Google/Yelp/etc or any real advertising for that matter, and I do just fine via word of mouth.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Very high demand trade. Same as roofing, plumbing. Edge case.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 weeks ago

Eh I kinda figured as much. I also live in a small town, so most of us kind of know what's what and where. I could see that being tricky in a larger city.