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# [5 Google Review Fails That Hurt Your Local Ranking](https://phyllislee.hashnode.dev/5-google-review-fails-that-hurt-your-local-ranking?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Google reviews work like modern word-of-mouth. They help customers decide where to spend their money and assist Google in determining which businesses deserve top positions in local search. But many companies hurt their rankings without realizing it....

Feb 10 · 3 min read · phyllislee.hashnode.dev  
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