Workshops

Handmade

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Just Add Coffee

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Take Anywhere

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Local Listings Checklist Hands-on

Keep Google, Apple & Facebook in sync. Do this monthly—and before holiday/peak periods.

Google Business Profile

• Owner access confirmed; add a backup owner (role-based email)
• Regular Hours set
• Special hours added for public holidays & local events
• Primary + secondary Categories correct
• Services/Products listed (or Menu for hospitality)
• Relevant Attributes toggled (accessibility, outdoor seating, pet friendly)
• Upload 3 fresh photos (frontage, interior, hero item)
• Q&A: seed 3–5 helpful FAQs (parking, dietary, bookings)
• Create & share your review link with team

Pro tip: Service-area businesses should hide the address and set service areas.

Apple Business Connect

• Location claimed & verified
• Hours & Holiday hours set
• Categories & photos added

Facebook Page

• Business hours updated
• Temporary changes added for holiday dates
• Pinned post with seasonal hours
• Messenger Auto-reply with hours + website link

Maintenance rhythm

• Monthly: hours check, 1 new photo, reply to reviews
• Quarterly: categories/services, access roles, refresh Q&A
• Before holidays/events: set special hours on all platforms

Tip: Set a recurring 10-minute calendar reminder. Consistency beats intensity.