It is important to get your business listed in a business phone directory so potential customers could find it with ease.
In the past, getting listed in the Yellow Pages was enough, but now you need to get your business phone number listed in a variety of places.This will make it easy for people who are looking for your business through various ways such as calling 411 or searching the Internet. Getting your business listed in a business phone directory is easy and free.
Instructions
1. Contact the business' phone company. Request to make your phone number public and to also publicly list your business' number. When your number is publicly listed, it will eventually spread to both online and offline public directories, such as 411 services.
2. Use SuperMedia (SuperPages).This will enable you to get listed in SuperYellow Pages directories. You will need to register at the site so as to provide the business telephone number and other details about the business, then wait for the information to be updated. They offer three options of getting listed: companion directories, bilingual directories and B2B (Business to Business) directories. If you want your business to stand out from other businesses, then get a Super Guarantee listing.
3. Get a business listing with Yahoo! Local. The details you will need to get a Yahoo! listing include the name of the business, telephone number and other contact details, such as e-mail. You will also need to chose a category that most suits the nature of your business. Submit your application and wait for approval from Yahoo! If approved, your business will show up in search results when someone is searching for the type of business you run in your town.
4. Get listed in Google Places Directory. You first need to create a GMail account before you can get listed. Then use the "Add" tool for local business listings in Google Places, under local businesses. You will be required to provide the business' contact information. You have the option of adding a description of the business and services or products it sells. If you have any coupons, you can also add them. This service is free, and you can continually manage your information from your GMail account.
5. Get listed in 411 directories. Use the 411 service to register your business phone number. Choose the option of "Add or Update" your business listing and enter your business contact details. You also have the option of including more details about the business.
