Fahad A.
Local SEO| Google Business Profile Optimization|Map Pack SEO | AEO|GEO
Most local businesses are invisible on Google Maps. Not because their service is bad — but because nobody optimized their local presence. I fix that. Fast. Imagine your customer searches "best HVAC near me" or "top dentist in Boston" Instead of your competitors, your business shows up first — on Google Maps, in search, and even in AI answers from ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. 📍🤖 That's not luck. That's strategy. And it's exactly what I deliver. 👋 Who I Am I'm Fahad, a Local SEO specialist with 5+ years of hands-on experience in Google Business Profile (GBP) optimization, Google Maps rankings, local search visibility, and AI-driven search (AEO & GEO). For 5 years I worked exclusively with a US-based food and recipe brand — growing their presence from zero to 679,000+ organic clicks and 32,100+ ranked keywords across 3 websites. Before you hire any Local SEO freelancer, ask them to show you results like that in Google Search Console. I've helped local businesses — from restaurants 🍜 and clinics 🏥 to law firms ⚖️ and contractors 🛠️ — break free from invisibility and land where it matters: the top spots that drive real calls, leads, and walk-ins. ✅ My Core Services 📍 Google Business Profile (GBP) Optimization ✅ Full GBP setup & optimization (categories, services, Q&A, photos). ✅ Google Maps 3-Pack ranking strategy. ✅ GBP posts & offers that drive direct leads. 🤖 AI Search Visibility (AEO & GEO) ✅ Get cited in ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity & Google AI Overviews. ✅ Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) & Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). ✅ LLM SEO — future-proof visibility in AI-powered search. 🌍 Local SEO Campaigns That Convert ✅ Geo-targeted location landing pages + LocalBusiness schema markup. ✅ Hyper-local keyword targeting & near me search optimization. ✅ Internal linking that guides visitors into bookings and calls. 🔗 Citations & Authority Building ✅ 100% manual citation creation & cleanup. ✅ NAP consistency across all major directories. ✅ Industry-specific local backlinks that boost authority. ⭐ Reviews & Reputation Management ✅ Proven strategies to earn more 5-star Google reviews. ✅ Professional review response templates. ✅ Reputation signals that Google rewards with higher local rankings. ⚡ Technical & On-Page SEO ✅ Site speed & Core Web Vitals optimization. ✅ Mobile-first optimization. ✅ Schema markup for reviews, FAQs & products. ✅ Indexation & crawl fixes. 📊 Local Content & Strategy ✅ Localized content with strong E-E-A-T signals. ✅ AI-optimized FAQs to capture local customer questions. ✅ GBP posting calendar to stay competitive. 📈 Why Clients Hire Me ✅ Real Proof: 679K clicks, 26.5M impressions, 32,100 keywords — all GSC verified. ✅ Dual Expertise: Local SEO + AI search visibility (AEO, GEO, LLM SEO). ✅ Transparent Reporting: Real metrics — rankings, calls, map views, traffic. ✅ Custom Strategy: Built for your city, your niche & your competition level. ✅ Long-Term Focus: I don't do quick fixes. I build rankings that hold and grow. ✅ Honest Communication: I tell you exactly what your situation needs — nothing more, nothing less. 💡 What This Means for You ✅ More calls & walk-ins from Google Maps. ✅ Top rankings for "near me" searches. ✅ Visibility in ChatGPT, Perplexity & Google AI Overviews. ✅ A local presence that generates leads 24/7. When you hire me, you're not just checking off SEO tasks. You're getting a partner who tells you the truth, does the work, and stays until you rank. 📩 Click Invite and let me audit your Google Business Profile + website for free. 🔥 I'll tell you exactly what's holding your rankings back — and what it will take to fix it. Local SEO | Google Business Profile optimization | GBP optimization | Google Maps SEO | Map Pack ranking | Local search ranking | Local keyword research | NAP consistency | Citation building | Near me searches | Local backlinks | On-page SEO | Mobile optimization | Local content creation | Geo-targeted SEO | Local search visibility | Google My Business | Location landing pages | Business directory optimization | Local SEO strategy | AI SEO | AEO | GEO | LLM SEO | Answer Engine Optimization | Generative Engine Optimization | Voice search optimization | Schema markup | LocalBusiness schema | E-E-A-T | Google Search Console | GA4 | BrightLocal | Reputation management | Review generation | ChatGPT SEO | Perplexity SEO | AI Overviews
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $497
Billed in all: $11,628$12k
$249 in the last 6 months
Across 3 contracts
Across 16 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 27% in Google Blogger
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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