In a nutshell, the business directory is an online version of yellow pages. Based on creating specific listings, a business directory can be organized around business type, location, size, services, etc. Details included in the directory can cover everything from the business’ name, address, contact info to the number of workers and products it provides. Once available in printed format, business directories are now built online. Thanks to feature-rich WordPress themes, users can set search by any criteria. For this reason, the search function is the core of this website type. With it, people can search for desired companies, services, or products in a targeted way. For instance, they can choose a certain country, city, or even area based on their needs.
If you see this field as a promising business opportunity, you will be happy to know that nowadays online directories are almost autonomous. A combination of easy-to-use content management systems and powerful map WordPress themes is the winning formula. Just launch a website, let businesses pay for online listings, sit back, and wait for the profits.
Some of the World’s leading business directories like Foursquare, HubSpot, Yellow Pages, Angies List, and Yahoo have already built millions in this niche. But, there is still room for everyone who wants to join. Since this is a versatile business field, you can start any sort of directory website including a city directory website, an events directory website, a hotel or restaurant directory website, a job directory website, a review directory website, a real estate directory website, a travel directory websites, and countless more.
If you want to create a new stream of income, consider directory business. With minimal investment, you can grow both business and revenue. On average, businesses pay a fee of 5$ to 10$ to be included in local directories.
Smart listing optimization is a great way to turn directory visitors into readers or customers.
Online directories are a great space for advertising. Businesses can present their services in detail and use directory platforms for promotional purposes.
Equipped with a broad range of listing templates, and fully-customizable Google Maps, our themes allow you to choose the style as per your preferences. These are our favorites: Split Screen listing/map layout, Listing in grid with sidebar & interactive map and Listing page with a presentational video.
Our themes are fully integrated with Google Maps, so adding the location of each of your listings is simple and intuitive. You can, as well, add a map widget for easier navigation.
Create advanced search fields with filters and search options so visitors can quickly get the result they need. Our themes are compatible with any maps plugin.
If you want to earn extra money, you will be glad to know that our map WordPress themes support WooCommerce paid listings plugin.
Be transparent about your pricing options. Create multiple listing packages and let your users purchase the one that suits them most.
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