Tuesday
6 January
Update Your GBP for the New Year
Objective
Make sure new and returning clients can easily find you on Google and book with confidence at the start of the New Year.
When clients search for beauty services near them, Google is often the first place they look.
Today’s task is to spend 15–20 minutes updating your Google Business Profile so your business shows up clearly, accurately, and professionally in the New Year.
1. Open your Google Business Profile
You can do this in either way:
On your phone or laptop, open Google and search your business name
Make sure you’re logged into the Google account connected to your business
Your Business Profile dashboard should appear at the top of the search results.
2. Add or update a recent photo
From your Business Profile, tap Add photo
Choose one of the following:
A recent client result
A clean photo of your workspace
A professional selfie
Upload the photo and publish
Fresh images help your profile look active and increase visibility in local searches.
3. Review and update your services
Tap Edit profile
Select Services
Check that:
All services you currently offer are listed
Service names are clear and client-friendly
Any outdated treatments are removed
Save your changes once complete.
4. Publish a short New Year update (optional but recommended)
From your Business Profile, tap Add update
Choose What’s new
Upload a photo (optional)
Write a short message, such as:
“January appointments are now open.”
“Now taking New Year bookings — book online.”
Add your Solo booking link
Then tap Publish.
5. Double-check your details
Before you finish, make sure your:
Opening hours
Phone number
Booking link
are all correct and up to date.
These details appear directly in Google Search and Maps.


