This Visibility audit will show you where you are undervalued and how marketing closes the gap. As a small business owner, you already know visibility is essential. But “being visible” is often misunderstood. It’s not about being loud; it’s about being present, authoritative, and accessible exactly when your ideal client is looking for you.
If your growth feels stagnant, chances are you have a Visibility Blind Spot—a key channel where you are significantly undervalued or outright missing. This is money being left on the table.
We’ve created a quick Visibility Audit to help you diagnose where your biggest gaps are and how strategic marketing can close them.
Your 4-Point Visibility Audit
Rate your business from 1 (Needs Immediate Work) to 5 (Rock Solid & Optimized) in each of the four core visibility areas. Use the total score to find your biggest vulnerability.
- Search Engine Visibility (The Discovery Blind Spot)
This is how easily new people find you when they have a specific need (e.g., they search for your service on Google).
- Google My Business (GMB): Is your profile claimed, verified, and updated weekly with new photos, hours, or posts?
- Website Authority: Is your website easily found when you search for your specific service + your city? (e.g., “best accountant Dallas”)
- Reviews & Star Rating: Do you have 20+ recent reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars or higher across key platforms?
TOTAL SCORE (Max 15):
Insight: A low score here means your service is hidden from high-intent local traffic.
- Digital Community Visibility (The Relationship Blind Spot)
This measures how well you nurture the audience you already have and build trust over time.
- Email List: Do you actively collect emails and send high-value content (not just sales pitches) at least once every two weeks?
- Social Engagement: Are you consistently responding to comments, DMs, and mentions across your main social platform?
- Brand Voice: Is your content instantly recognizable and consistent across all channels (website, emails, social)?
TOTAL SCORE (Max 15):
Insight: A low score here means you are treating your audience like a broadcast, not a conversation, leading to low loyalty and high unsubscribe rates.
- Website Conversion Visibility (The Clarity Blind Spot)
This is about what happens after people find you. Is your value proposition clear and the next step obvious?
- Clear Value: Can a first-time visitor understand exactly what you do and who you serve in less than 5 seconds?
- Call to Action (CTA): Is there a clear, single “next step” (e.g., “Book a Discovery Call,” “Download Pricing Guide”) on every page?
- Mobile Speed: Does your website load quickly and look perfect on a smartphone?
TOTAL SCORE (Max 15):
Insight: A low score here means visitors are confused or frustrated, causing high bounce rates and lost leads.
Marketing’s Role: Strategically Eliminating Blind Spots
Once you’ve calculated your scores, you have a clear picture of your gaps. Marketing is the strategic tool designed to eliminate these blind spots and unlock your growth.
If your Search Score is low: You need a focused Local SEO Strategy that prioritizes GMB optimization and reputation management. Your blind spot is Discovery.
If your Community Score is low: You need a Relationship-Building Content Strategy that prioritizes email nurturing and authentic, two-way engagement. Your blind spot is Trust.
If your Conversion Score is low: You need a Website Audit and Messaging Overhaul to clarify your value proposition and streamline the path to purchase. Your blind spot is Clarity.
Don’t let valuable clients pass you by because of a simple, fixable visibility gap. Ready to close those gaps and turn your intentional visibility into consistent revenue?
Let’s discuss your results and build a customized plan to turn your weakest link into your strongest asset. info@whatsupswfl.com

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