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Grow Your Hermanus Business

Practical SEO tips, digital marketing strategies, and local business growth tactics for small business owners in Hermanus and the Overberg region.

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Local SEO 10 min read

The Complete Guide to Local SEO for Hermanus Businesses in 2025

Everything you need to dominate Google search results in Hermanus and attract more local customers. From Google Business Profile optimization to local link building strategies.

In This Guide:

  • How to optimize your Google Business Profile
  • Local keyword research for Hermanus market
  • Getting reviews and managing your reputation
  • Building local citations and backlinks
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Digital Marketing 7 min read

5 Digital Marketing Mistakes Hermanus Small Businesses Make (And How to Fix Them)

Learn the most common digital marketing pitfalls I see with local businesses and simple solutions to avoid them.

Topics:

  • Ignoring mobile optimization
  • Inconsistent online presence
  • Not tracking metrics
  • Poor website speed
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Local SEO 8 min read

How to Rank #1 on Google Maps in Hermanus: A Step-by-Step Guide

Master Google Business Profile optimization and dominate local map pack results for your industry.

You'll Learn:

  • Complete profile setup
  • Photo optimization tactics
  • Review generation strategy
  • Local service ads tips
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Social Media 6 min read

Social Media Content Calendar for Hermanus Tourism Businesses

A ready-to-use monthly content strategy for restaurants, hotels, and attractions targeting seasonal tourism.

Includes:

  • 30-day post schedule
  • Seasonal content themes
  • Whale season strategies
  • User-generated content ideas
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Content Strategy 9 min read

Writing Website Copy That Converts: A Guide for Local Businesses

Master the art of persuasive copywriting to turn website visitors into paying customers.

Key Sections:

  • Headline formulas that work
  • Customer pain points
  • Call-to-action best practices
  • Trust-building elements
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Digital Marketing 5 min read

Understanding Google Analytics: A Small Business Owner's Cheat Sheet

Demystify Google Analytics and learn which metrics actually matter for your business growth.

Topics Covered:

  • Top 5 metrics to watch
  • Setting up conversion tracking
  • Understanding traffic sources
  • Creating custom reports
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Local SEO 6 min read

Mobile-First SEO: Why It Matters for Hermanus Tourism Businesses

Most tourists search on mobile. Learn how to optimize your website for mobile users and capture more bookings.

What You'll Discover:

  • Mobile page speed optimization
  • Click-to-call strategies
  • Mobile-friendly design
  • Location-based targeting
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More Essential Guides

Additional resources to help you master digital marketing for your Hermanus business

Digital Marketing 7 min

Getting 5-Star Google Reviews: An Ethical Guide for Hermanus Businesses

How to encourage genuine reviews, respond professionally, and build trust through social proof.

  • • When and how to ask for reviews
  • • Handling negative feedback gracefully
  • • Automating review requests
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Paid Advertising 8 min

Facebook & Instagram Ads for Small Budgets: Hermanus Edition

How to run effective social media ads with R500-R2000/month targeting local customers and tourists.

  • • Audience targeting strategies
  • • Ad creative that converts
  • • Budget optimization tips
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Email Marketing 6 min

Email Marketing for Restaurants: Building a Loyal Customer Base

Turn one-time diners into regulars with strategic email campaigns that drive repeat business.

  • • Building your email list organically
  • • Weekly specials campaigns
  • • Birthday & anniversary automation
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Content Strategy 5 min

Creating Stunning Visual Content with Canva (Even If You're Not a Designer)

Design professional graphics for social media, ads, and your website without hiring a designer.

  • • Canva templates for local businesses
  • • Brand consistency tips
  • • Photo editing quick wins
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Strategy 10 min

The Hermanus Seasonal Marketing Calendar: When to Promote What

A month-by-month marketing guide tailored to Hermanus's unique tourism seasons and local events.

  • • Whale season strategies (Jun-Nov)
  • • Summer holiday campaigns
  • • Off-season tactics
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Quick Wins 4 min

10 Things You Can Do TODAY to Improve Your Online Presence

Quick, actionable tasks you can complete in under an hour that will immediately boost your visibility.

  • • Update business hours everywhere
  • • Add photos to Google Business
  • • Enable messaging features
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