83% of small businesses in Thailand are physical businesses - shops, restaurants, opticians - but any kind of business is all about connecting with customers wherever they are. Being found on Google Search and Maps is a good start, but a website is where they learn the most. But only 13% of businesses in Thailand actually have an online presence. And that means they are missing out on many potential customers.
"Small business owners tell us that building a website is complex, expensive, and time-consuming. That's why we've introduced a new simple, free, and fast way to build a website through Google My Business. Google My Business itself launched in Thailand in 2014 and the momentum is great, signups grew 120% in the past year." said Mike Jittivanich, Head of Marketing, Google Thailand.
Businesses can create their first website for free right from their phone in less than ten minutes. Google uses Google listing to build the site, taking care of the design and making sure the website is found in Search and Maps. With Google My Business, websites are now for everyone.
Google My Business makes it easy to:
Create a well-designed site that looks great and runs smoothly wherever and however people find it.
Stand out online by choosing a design theme, adding your photos, and describing what's unique about your business.
Get a free domain from Google or buy one with Google Domains right from Google My Business.
Connect with customers by telling them exactly what they should do next, like call your business, book an appointment, or sign up for your mailing list.
Create promotional posts for events, offers, product updates and announcements with a picture, description and call-to-action.
Manage everything in one place with a convenient Dashboard whether you're on desktop, mobile, or the Google My Business app.
And for businesses who need help with any aspect of Google My Business we have a dedicated Support Phone Number 1800-012-722 to help you with all enquiries.
Businesses of all kinds across Thailand - from opticians to local restaurants—can now reap the rewards of having a website to attract new customers. Two local businesses who have already found success with Google My Business websites are Lydia's "Cafe Reverie" and Matthew's "Khongsittha Muay Thai".
Lydia Sarunrat Deane, owner of Cafe Reverie, said "Google My Business websites helped us reach 4,000 coffee lovers in one week. It's been a great way to find potential customers online."
Matthew Deane Chanthavanij, owner of Khongsittha Muay Thai, commented "The free sites were quick and easy to use, helping my business reach 8,000 boxing and fitness fans in just one month."
To create a website for free, visit http://bit.do/GMBWebsite or watch the video:http://bit.do/ThaiSME.