What is a Google Alert? A google alert is exactly what it says on the tin.. Google will alert you for a key phrase or content. Sign up to be sent an email when what you are tracking gets a mention. It is a free service and anyone can use it. What would you use a Google Alert for? A Google alert is a great way to listen for newest trends, track the competition or keep an eye on what is being said about your Brand or Company. be careful if it is a phrase you are tracking as if it is too broad you will get a full inbox. Why is a Google Alert important? If you are tracking your brand (or the competition) you want to know pretty quickly what people are saying – getting a regular email when they are mentioned means you have an opportunity to respond or make changes. Get started with Google Alerts All you do is click through here and create what you want to be alerted of… tweak if your inbox gets too noisy. Try one or two alerts at a time. Google places is in Google for Business and is Google Maps Post navigation How to get found on Google – Training
