Phone it in: Goog-411

Google is great. You can use it to find just about any piece of information ever produced. But, what is one to do when information is needed and a computer is not handy? Simple, just call in your search. Dial 1-800-GOOG-411, and get connected to whatever business, organization, or service you are searching for. Google will literally run a search on the keywords you provide, and then read back the results to you one by one. This is really handy for people who spend a lot of time behind the wheel – think sales people, service reps, business trainers. Want to find the nearest Pizza place, hospital, hotel, or book store? Simply speak the city where you are located followed by the name of the business, service, or product you need and voila. Unlike typical 411 services,there is no charge for the service, and just like a normal Google search, you get multiple results. If your phone is web enabled, Goog 411 can even map directions for you on the spot. This, along with Jott.com are hardwired into my speed dial. I have been using this service for months now, and can’t remember life without it. This service further emphasizes the importance your web site’s ability to perform well in search. On the web, people are not prone to go more than a few pages deep to find something. This opportunity seems limited until you consider the phone. How many listings will someone sit through until they decide to make a choice over the phone? One? Three? Seven? Something to think about as you consider your site’s search performance. Give Goog-411 a try.
1-800-GOOG-411: Find and connect with local businesses for free from your phone.