Author Archives: Brian Loebig

About Brian Loebig

Owner of LoebigInk.com, author of TheInkBlog.net, CriminalThinking.net and part-time Technology Manager for the Alliance for Performance Excellence, Brian has over 15 years of experience working in the quality improvement, human services and technology fields as an administrator and consultant. Brian has also worked as a practitioner and administrator in the corrections, substance abuse and human services fields with a special emphasis on technology. He continues to work with numerous community-based non-profits as a web technology consultant, board member and volunteer. Feel free to .

How to Add an Additional Owner/Admin to a Google Business Profile Account

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Brian Loebig

This article was updated on September 24, 2022. Creating and/or verifying a Google Business  Profile (formerly known as Google My Business) account is one of the most important things a local business can do to show up in Google search … Continue reading →

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Twitter SEO

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Brian Loebig

This article was updated on March 5, 2020. Twitter SEO strategies are as simple as they are effective. However, many small businesses still do not take advantage of this key social media platform which can help drive traffic, leads, and ultimately … Continue reading →

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How to Allow Someone to Follow You on Facebook Without “Friending”

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Brian Loebig

This article was updated on February 12, 2020. I have received several inquiries from small business professionals asking how to let someone follow their personal Facebook page without adding them as a friend. It may sound like an unusual request, … Continue reading →

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How to Create a Short LinkedIn URL

Posted on January 6, 2020 by Brian Loebig

This article was updated on January 6, 2020. There are many business networking and employment opportunities to be found at LinkedIn.com. In addition to making connections and perusing the site in real time, there is great value in sharing your … Continue reading →

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How to Find and Disavow Harmful Backlinks in Google Search Console

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Brian Loebig

This article was updated on October 31, 2019. The possibility of your website being affected by negative SEO techniques still shows its ugly face in our competitive online world. Website owners see the value in increasing their search engine visibility, … Continue reading →

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How to Add an Ads Manager to Your Twitter Account

Posted on August 30, 2019 by Brian Loebig

This article was updated on 8/30/2019. Your organic Twitter account can be a very viable way to reach people with the information you want them to know. A Twitter Ads account allows you to use Promoted Tweet campaigns that do … Continue reading →

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How to Add an Ads Manager to Your Facebook Page

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Brian Loebig

This article was published on 8/14/2014. It was updated on 7/10/2016 and 6/25/2019.  If you are a Business Manager Admin of one or more Facebook pages, you may want to add others to take on administrative roles. Delegating a task … Continue reading →

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How to Create a Short Link for a Google Review Using Bit.ly

Posted on April 21, 2019 by Brian Loebig

One of the best ways to build a positive reputation and a strong web presence for your business is to give some attention to your Google reviews. Pestering your customers or clients for reviews is not likely to yield a … Continue reading →

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Increase Visibility Using The Top Small Business Directories

Posted on April 1, 2019 by Brian Loebig

This article was published by Brian Loebig on 2/13/2014. It was updated by Stephen Rabil on 3/10/2021 .  Small business owners are always on the lookout for the lowest cost, highest value promotional opportunities on the Internet. Creating or claiming … Continue reading →

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How to Add an Administrator to Your Facebook Page

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Brian Loebig

This article was published on 12/20/2012. It was updated on 8/14/2015 and 3/13/2019. As a small business grows in size and complexity, it will often begin enlisting others to help support its efforts. Social media management is a natural area … Continue reading →

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