Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Martial Arts Award Winner: Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate is a 2019 award winner for martial arts centers in Tennessee!

Whether you’re interested in learning self-defense or you want to gain more confidence, there’s no better martial arts center to turn to than Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate in Murfreesboro.

Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate has received more than 130 reviews with a perfect average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them a stellar Rating Score™ of 96.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five martial arts centers in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“What a wonderful school with great caring instructors. My daughter has been going for two years and has more confidence because of it. I think of Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate as an addition to her education. The things they are teaching her [are things] she will use [for] the rest of her life. She is learning, among other things, how to stand up for herself and for those who can’t.” – Korina T.

Not Your Average Martial Arts Center

We wanted to learn all about Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Program Director Jorge Oceguera.

The first question we had for Jorge was what is it that sets Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate apart from their competition in Tennessee. Here’s Jorge’s response:

“We’re the largest and most professionally run martial arts studio in the area, and we are also the oldest.”

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Jorge had to say:

“Our mission statement is to improve fitness and develop discipline in adults and children while teaching simple, classical and hard-hitting self-defense skills. From the ages of three to 99, we give people a positive outlook to come in and improve themselves a couple of times a week.”

Building Success by Asking for Reviews

Jorge attributes Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate’s strong online reputation to their commitment to asking for reviews once they develop a relationship with their students.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate has gotten their name out there through mailers and by advertising with local businesses. Jorge added:

“Bill Taylor does free seminars at public schools and works on getting our name out there and making a reputable and respectable name.”

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate has. Here’s Jorge’s expert advice for them:

“Be available to the community; give your time and any type of resources you may have to build relationships with the community.”


Congratulations to the team at Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Jorge, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Bill Taylor’s Bushido School of Karate in Murfreesboro. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Limousine Services Award Winner: Executive Travel of Nashville

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Executive Travel of Nashville is an award winner for limousine services in 2019.

If you are looking for a limousine service company that will get you where you need to go in style, look no further than this award-winning company!

Executive Travel of Nashville has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across four different verified sites with an average rating of 4.91 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 98.12 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking as the number one limousine service company in Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“I couldn’t be happier with the service provided by Executive Travel of Nashville. Everyone we dealt with throughout the booking process and the drives, which were needed weekly for several weeks, exhibited excellent professionalism and safe, courteous, efficient service. I highly recommend this company!!!!” – H.C.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Executive Travel of Nashville is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Limousine Service Company

We were excited to learn all about Executive Travel of Nashville and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the owner, Ed Kennedy.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes Executive Travel of Nashville stand apart from its competitors. Ed shared:

“We try to give the client something more than what they are expecting. Our drivers are really professional guys, and people get to know them.”

When we asked Ed about the Executive Travel of Nashville business mission, he said:

“Our mission is to always make sure the client feels like they are the first person to ride in the vehicle and for the drivers to be courteous.”

Building Success Through Great Service

Executive Travel of Nashville has earned a fantastic reputation, so we asked Ed how they have managed to grow their business and get such great online reviews. He shared that people appreciate their competitive pricing and excellent service, which leads to the great reviews they receive.

In addition to building the kind of online reputation that any small business would envy, Executive Travel of Nashville has spread the word about who they are and what they do mostly through word of mouth.

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as Executive Travel of Nashville has managed to. We asked if Ed could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what he had to say:

“Make sure you do what you say you’re going to do. People’s biggest complaint is that companies promise things and don’t follow through. Kindness will get you a long way.”

Ed ended our chat with this touching sentiment:

“We would like to thank the great people of Nashville for supporting us. We have been blessed to have served the community and appreciate all the great comments and reviews they have left.”


Congratulations to Executive Travel of Nashville for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Ed for taking the time to speak with us!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Therapists & Psychiatrists Award Winner: Nashville Psych

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Nashville Psych is a 2019 award winner for therapists and psychiatrists in Tennessee!

If you’re looking for a therapist who will serve you with professionalism and compassion, look no further than Nashville Psych.

Nashville Psych has received multiple reviews on three verified sites with an impeccable average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them an incredible Rating Score™ of 94.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five therapists and psychiatrists in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Dr. Goldstein is a compassionate and caring provider who strives to give the best care he can at every visit with his clients. A good therapist is extremely hard to find, and I am grateful to have found one who is in it for the love of patient care and well-being.” D.I.

Not Your Average Therapy Center

Daniel Goldstein, PhD, the Founder of Nashville Psych, generously gave us a few minutes of his time to tell us about this one-of-a-kind business and its award-winning online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that sets Nashville Psych apart from the many other therapy centers in Tennessee. Here’s Dr. Goldstein’s response:

“We are a one-stop shop for counseling in Nashville, and we really take pride in providing excellent customer service to our clients. When people are ready to ask for help, they shouldn’t have to wait weeks for a return call. We offer counseling to children, adults, couples and families, as well as career counseling and group therapy. We place tremendous value on the client-therapist relationship, which research shows is the best indicator of success in therapy. We are also known for our psychoeducational assessments for both children and adults, which means that we help diagnose people who have ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, a personality disorder or a learning disability.”

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Nashville Psych and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Dr. Goldstein had to say:

“Our mission is to provide the support, guidance and tools necessary to help our clients experience relief from suffering and be empowered to achieve their full potential.”

Building Success by Providing Quality Therapy

When we asked Dr. Goldstein about Nashville Psych’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he said:

“I think the secret to our strong online reputation is providing quality therapy to clients. Therapists cannot ethically request feedback from clients, so anyone who chooses to review us on Google or Yelp is doing it 100-percent on their own. That makes positive reviews even more meaningful to us.”

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, Nashville Psych has spread the word about who they are and what they do by sending announcements to physicians and families in the area via mailers, by sharing practice news with the Nashville Psychotherapy Institute, by connecting with other mental health providers in central Tennessee and by building relationships with pediatricians, internal medicine doctors and schools.

Clearly, Dr. Goldstein knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s his expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“The most important way to grow and maintain a strong online reputation is to ensure that you are providing top-notch care for your clients. Search engine optimization, blogging and social media marketing are key components to building awareness about your practice or business.”


Congratulations to the team at Nashville Psych for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Dr. Goldstein, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Nashville Psych. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Dance Schools & Studios Award Winner: HisTown Dance Studio

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that HisTown Dance Studio is a 2019 award winner for dance schools and studios in Tennessee!

If you’re looking for professional dance training in a Christian environment, look no further than HisTown Dance Studio in Nashville.

HisTown Dance Studio has received dozens of reviews with a perfect average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them a stupendous Rating Score™ of 80.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five dance schools and studios in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“HisTown Dance Studio was referred to our family for my daughter, who is now homeschooling. We absolutely LOVE HisTown! They are professional yet personable! From the first day that our daughter had started dance lessons with them, they’ve always expressed enthusiasm and how much they love having our daughter dance with them! It’s VERY family-oriented, and we can’t say enough great things about HisTown! We drive all the way from Murfreesboro to come here, and it’s worth it!” – Genni A.

Not Your Average Dance Studio

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Ken Farley, the Director of HisTown Dance Studio.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Ken about what it is that makes HisTown Dance Studio unique compared to the many other dance studios in Tennessee. Ken told us:

“We teach a wide variety of genres of dance for ages two and up, including ballet, hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, modern, musical theater, tap and acro. We offer very generous discounts for families with more than one child and a class schedule that makes it easy for siblings to attend different classes at the same time. We’re very upfront about the fact that we’re a faith-based, Christian dance studio, and that those values and beliefs are integrated into everything we do and how we treat our families and their children. This is also reflected in our more conservative approach with the choreography and modest costuming used in our recital performances. We’re also not a competitive dance studio, so there’s not the pressure and stress that can sometimes come with that aspect of dance studio life. But we’re still known for providing our students with very solid techniques and training, and utilizing a great team of teachers with a wealth of experience who also care about nurturing their hearts and minds as well.”

Ken went on to add:

“It’s got to be fun, too, and we want every student to be excited about coming to dance and leave looking forward to coming back for more. We love the fact that many consider HisTown to be their ‘home away from home’ or ‘second family.’ And whether a child is interested in taking dance for recreation or hoping to make it a professional career, there’s a place for them here. We’ve had many of our students secure full or partial dance scholarships at colleges and universities around the country as a result of their training at HisTown.”

We also asked Ken about the HisTown Dance Studio mission and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s his response:

“HisTown was birthed more than 16 years ago when we saw an opportunity to provide training in various genres of dance in a Christian setting, where dancers can use their God-given gifts and talents for ministry, outreach and entertainment. With an emphasis on strong technique and professional training, it is our goal to provide a positive, fun and encouraging atmosphere that every dancer can thrive in. We encourage each dancer to be the best they can be, without feeling the need or pressure to compete with each other, and we view dance as a team activity where it’s important to support and cheer on their fellow dancers along the way. It is an honor for us to work with such a wonderful group of teachers and students who share our passion for the art of dance.”

Building Success by Taking Care of Their Students and Their Families

Ken credits HisTown Dance Studio’s strong online reputation to their commitment to taking great care of their students and their families:

“In most cases, the reviews and feedback are left by customers of ours who just wanted to express their opinions and share their experiences with others. We feel that, if we focus on taking care of our students and families well, they’ll be happy to spread the word with their circle of friends and family.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, HisTown Dance Studio has grown through Facebook and Instagram, by partnering with local businesses in the area and through word of mouth, which Ken says comes organically as a result of the way they serve their customers.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Ken’s expert advice for them:

“Be able to clearly articulate your vision and explain what your company has to offer and how it will benefit those considering their services or products.”


Congratulations to HisTown Dance Studio for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Ken, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend HisTown Dance Studio in Nashville. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Event Planners Award Winner: Laurie D’Anne Events

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Laurie D’Anne Events is a 2019 award winner for event planners in Tennessee!

Bring your event to life with the help of Laurie D’Anne Events in Nashville.

Laurie D’Anne Events has received dozens of reviews on four verified sites with an impeccable average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them a phenomenal Rating Score™ of 98.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five event planners in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Laurie D’Anne is a total pro! We absolutely loved working with her and were so incredibly impressed by the amazing team that she assembled together for our event. All of the vendors were there because of HER! Everything was gorgeous and went off without a hitch. She’s kind, caring, detail-oriented, organized and fun to be around. I cannot recommend her more highly.”

A One-of-a-Kind Event Planner’s Secret to a Strong Online Reputation

Laurie D’Anne Events has managed to build the kind of reputation any business owner would envy, and to learn a little more about that reputation and this one-of-a-kind business, we sat down with the owner, Laurie.

The first thing we wanted to know was what makes Laurie D’Anne Events unique compared to the many other event planners in Tennessee. Laurie told us:

“I have a unique ability to sit with a client and clearly understand what they want and need. We specialize our services each and every time around the budget. I strive to bring critical listening skills and balance to all incorporated aspects of each event. This ensures the guest of honor and the entire event brightly shines.”

When we asked what the secret is to such a solid online reputation at Laurie D’Anne Events, Laurie pointed to the fact that, while she does ask for reviews sometimes, most of the time, clients write reviews because they want to give them a shoutout. They also send out thank you notes and follow-up emails to all clients.

Making the World a Better Place by Creating Experiences That Will Last a Lifetime

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Laurie D’Anne Events and how they work to make the world a better place. Laurie shared with us that their goal is to create experiences for their clients that will last a lifetime:

“I incorporate all five senses into all of my designs. This engages each guest in a lasting way and creates that phenomenal experience.”

Laurie also told us about how she and her team give back to their community:

“I spread joy throughout the city of Nashville and beyond. This is a very tight-knit community, and we all help one another. Helping to bring in more tourism and visitors is a huge spark to the local community.”

It’s clear that Laurie knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s his expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“You have to build relationships, period. Sometimes, it is not what you know; it’s who you know. You must always get out there and network personally and professionally. Stay present, and try to become a fixture in the community. Face-to-face meetings are critical.”

Laurie ended our conversation with this sentiment:

“Thank you, Nashville, for your continued support. It is a magical experience to create the events our customers will remember for the rest of their lives. I could not be more grateful for the opportunities to create the events of your dreams.”


Congratulations to the team at Laurie D’Anne Events for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner!

We highly recommend Laurie D’Anne Events in Nashville. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Tree Care Companies Award Winner: Total Tree Service

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Total Tree Service is a 2019 award winner for tree care companies in Tennessee!

From trimming to tree removal, Total Tree Service in Knoxville has what it takes to meet all of your tree care needs.

Total Tree Service has received more than 130 reviews with an average rating of 4.80 stars, earning them a fantastic Rating Score™ of 95.96 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five tree care companies in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“Pierre and his team took care of the cleanup of a monster tree that came down in our yard. They were fast, efficient, polite and able to start the same day we called to let him know we wanted to hire them. His price was also the best we were quoted by far. We highly recommend them and will definitely use them for any future tree needs!” – Jori P.

Not Your Average Tree Care Company

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Tammy, Head Groundsman and Social Media Manager at Total Tree Service.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Tammy about what it is that makes Total Tree Service unique compared to the many other tree care companies in Tennessee. Tammy told us:

“Our quotes will always be reasonably priced! The quoted price is the price you will pay! We don’t nickel or dime even if we make a mistake and underbid. We operate with integrity and morals. We do what we say; it’s that simple! We will not leave until our customer is satisfied. When we do trim work, we prefer the client to be there to ensure that they are pleased with the job.”

Tammy went on to say:

“We will take down any tree, including dead! We are true lumberjacks and do not use a bucket truck. We love being outside in nature!”

Pierre taught Tammy’s two sons how to climb and his with her daughter. He started in the industry when he was just 12 years old with deep woods logging. He was working for a different tree care company in Kansas when he fell and broke his pelvis. After he healed, he moved to Tennessee to start over again, and Tammy’s daughter pushed him into opening Total Tree Service.

We also asked Tammy about the Total Tree Service mission and how they work to make the world a better place. Tammy said:

“We aren’t out here to make a killing; we are here to make a living!”

Building Success Through Excellent Work

Tammy credits Total Tree Service’s strong online reputation to their commitment to doing excellent work:

“Our work speaks for itself. We are affordable and respect that our clients work for a living, just like us!”

Tammy added:

“We are always asking for reviews. We follow up right there when we are still on site!”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Total Tree Service has grown through Facebook ads and Instagram.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Tammy’s expert advice for them:

“Stay true to your word; don’t underbid and then try to charge more. Operate with integrity.”

Tammy ended our conversation with this sentiment:

“Thank you, Tennessee, for letting us serve you.”


Congratulations to Total Tree Service for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Tammy, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Total Tree Service in Knoxville. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Window Cleaners Award Winner: Divine Window Cleaning

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Divine Window Cleaning is a 2019 award winner for window cleaners in Tennessee!

For all of your window cleaning needs, work with the experienced, professional team at Divine Window Cleaning.

Divine Window Cleaning has received dozens of reviews on multiple verified sites with an average rating of 4.90 stars, earning them an extraordinary Rating Score™ of 93.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five window cleaners in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“My wife and I were totally satisfied with the professionalism and end results of Divine Window Cleaning on our 4,900 square-foot home. Chris was easy to work with and delivered on every commitment he made. We will look forward to a long-term relationship in the future with Chris and his services — [we] highly recommend [them] to all!”

Not Your Average Window Cleaner

Chris Carr, the owner of Divine Window Cleaning, generously gave us a few minutes of his time to tell us about this one-of-a-kind business and its award-winning online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that sets Divine Window Cleaning apart from the many other window cleaners in Tennessee. Chris told us that, while other window cleaners throw bodies at a job to get it done rather than providing a great service, he would rather have fewer jobs if that means that he can provide higher-quality work:

“I try to give my clients exactly what I would want someone to give me. I am not just the name of the company; I am the face of the company, and I am there for every single job.”

Chris went on to say:

“I am not the cheapest on the market. Eight out of 10 clients are looking for the cheapest option, and I am looking for those two who want quality.”

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Divine Window Cleaning and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Chris had to say:

“[Our mission is] to provide quality and personable service for a reasonable price to one business at a time throughout Nashville. The job is always done right the first time every time. That is why it is hard for me to hire people on. I am picky about who I bring on…”

Building Success Through Quality Service

When we asked Chris about Divine Window Cleaning’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he said:

“My company is strongly based on quality. Quality is what turns making extra money on the side into a full-blown business. I am very personable with my clients and act as if I have known them for years. I speak the truth about the job. I am always doing what’s in my clients’ best interest.”

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, Divine Window Cleaning has spread the word about who they are and what they do through referrals, Facebook, Yellow Pages, Google ads and their website.

Clearly, Chris knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s his expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“The customer comes first, and everything you do when you pull up to the house is for the customer, not for you. Treat your customer as you would treat your mother and father. They are going to respond to someone they feel comfortable with and is reliable. Take your time; build it slow, and take yourself and every single job seriously.”

Chris ended our conversation with this sentiment:

“Thank you to all my returning clients and my family. I appreciate every bit of business, and I would love to meet any clients who are looking for a quality window cleaner.”


Congratulations to the team at Divine Window Cleaning for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Chris, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Divine Window Cleaning in Lebanon. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Pool Service & Repair Award Winner: Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service is a 2019 award winner for pool service and repair companies in Tennessee!

From pool remodeling to vinyl liner replacement, the team at Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service in Memphis has what it takes to meet your needs.

Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service has received dozens of reviews on three verified sites with an average rating of 4.75 stars, earning them an outstanding Rating Score™ of 93.47 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five pool service and repair companies in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“They put a cover over our pool. Since I have a rough-edged pool deck, they put another tougher layer under the top cover to keep the cover from fraying in high winds. I was very impressed with the completed product and will definitely use them for all of my future pool projects.” – James J.

Not Your Average Pool Service Company

Rachel, Office Administrator at Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service, generously gave us a few minutes of her time to tell us about this one-of-a-kind business and its award-winning online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that sets Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service apart from the many other pool service and repair companies in Tennessee. Here’s Rachel’s response:

“When we promise something we always follow through; we never leave anyone hanging. Our team is tight-knit and has been together for 14 years.”

In addition to earning them a place among Tennessee’s 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service’s commitment to following through has also helped them earn a five-star rating with the Better Business Bureau.

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Rachel had to say:

“We specialize in remodeling swimming pools, so we tear them apart, put them back together and make them beautiful.”

Building Success Through Word of Mouth

When we asked Rachel about Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service’s secret to success, she told us that all of their growth has come from word of mouth and that they haven’t had to do anything else to get their name out there.

Clearly, Rachel knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s her expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“Our work speaks for itself! Yours should too, or don’t go into business!”


Congratulations to the team at Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Rachel, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Goin’ Swimmin’ Pool Service in Memphis. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Beauty Salons & Spas Award Winner: Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa is a two-time 2019 award winner in Tennessee!

If you’re looking for a salon that will provide you with an unbeatable experience, look no further than Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa in Memphis.

Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa has received hundreds of reviews on seven verified sites with an average rating of 4.90 stars, earning them a phenomenal Rating Score™ of 98.98 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for being ranked among the top 75 businesses and the top five beauty salons and spas in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“I’m from Miami and was in town for an event, so I needed a quick blowout. I stumbled upon this salon — what a treasure! There were cupcakes and scones presented on a beautiful tray in the waiting area, and Terri gave me the best blowout that I’ve ever had (I even tried to encourage her to move to Miami but with no luck lol). [This is a] really beautiful salon with very nice, warm and welcoming people. I highly recommend [them]! If I’m ever back in Memphis, I’ll be sure to stop by here again.” – M.N.

Not Your Average Beauty Salon

We wanted to learn more about this two-time award winner and how they managed to build such an impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Paige, the owner of Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa.

The first thing we wanted to know was what makes Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa a one-of-a-kind beauty salon in Tennessee. Here’s what Paige had to say:

“We focus on the guest, and we are 100-percent focused on meeting your needs, not on what we think you need. We are committed to our culture, and our team is clear on our mission and our commitments, which means everyone is working together to achieve the same results.”

We also asked Paige what their mission is at Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s her response:

“Our mission is to create a five-star experience for every guest every time and to offer an environment that allows our guests to relax and enjoy their time with us while maintaining the highest standard of excellence.”

Building Success by Providing a Great Client Experience

Paige attributes Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa’s strong online reputation to their commitment to providing a great experience for their clients:

“Our guest care team is trained to ask our guests about their experience when they check out. Rarely do we come across anyone who has had a less-than-positive experience with us; however, we realize that it does happen, and when it does, we do everything in our power to resolve the situation prior to their departure to assure that they leave as a raving fan.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa has gotten their name out there through presence on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter:

“We know our market and our demographic, and we use all three of those avenues to reach our target market. We tag and hashtag locally so that our social media gets pulled into local feeds. We spend a lot of time educating our team to make sure everyone understands the importance of using those mediums to build our brand awareness.”

Every business owner wants to build the kind of online reputation Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa has. When we asked Paige what advice she has for those business owners, she said:

“Work with people outside of your own business who know more than you do. I’ve been in this industry for a very long time, but I’m still a fairly new business owner. People say that if you make it through the first three to five years, you’re on your way! My five-year anniversary is on October 1, and I have surrounded myself with people both in my industry and those in other industries who were willing to share what has and has not worked for them. I love to learn from other people who have done ‘it’ well (and those who are willing to be honest about their failures as well!). I’m very aware of the fact that I don’t know everything and want to learn as much as I can from people who are willing to share!”


Congratulations to the team at Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Paige, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Rachel’s Salon & Day Spa in Memphis. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Fitness Centers Award Winner: Prime Fitness Clarksville

Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Prime Fitness Clarksville is a 2019 award winner for fitness centers in Tennessee!

If you’re looking for a fitness center that can help you reach your goals in a comfortable, supportive environment, look no further than Prime Fitness Clarksville.

Prime Fitness Clarksville has received hundreds of reviews with an average rating of 4.93 stars, earning them a wonderful Rating Score™ of 97.32 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five fitness centers in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Prime Fitness is more family than a gym. The coaches are fun, helpful and truly want the best for you. They are encouraging and motivate you without being intimidating. When you’re in a training session, you are taught the exercises, coached through the workout and led in a warm-up and cool-down. The members are enthusiastic and encouraging, so you always feel like part of the team/family. It’s like recess for adults! The workouts are challenging both mentally and physically, but are great no matter what your fitness level.” – Tracy L.

Not Your Average Fitness Center

We wanted to learn all about Prime Fitness Clarksville and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner and Team Leader, Sara.

The first question we had for Sara was what is it that sets Prime Fitness Clarksville apart from their competition in Tennessee. Here’s Sara’s response:

“We are a training-centered gym, which means that everybody who comes through the door works with a highly qualified and passionate coach! Our programming is evidence-based and comprehensive. We use the most up-to-date, scientific advances in sports medicine to train in the proper ways. We want people to experience the fullness of life! We want to help everyone live a little longer, harder and to the fullest possible extent!

Sara went on to say:

“We are all-encompassing and focus on not only the physical but on the mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of each member we have, too! We genuinely care about seeing people move towards their goals! Success looks different for everyone!! Prime Fitness is truly a melting pot; a space where all colors, religions, backgrounds and walks of life come together and cheer each other on! Some of the most unlikely friendships have formed directly in front of me, and I truly love that!”

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Prime Fitness Clarksville and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Sara had to say:

“We want to meet people where they are and walk with them toward the happiest and healthiest versions of themselves! We aim to help people manage their stress, chronic pain, eating disorders and anything you can possibly think of! Our service is something that everyone needs! What we have to give increases if we are operating at an optimum level! When we help people operate as better versions of themselves, that translates into a ripple effect in the local community!”

Sara added:

“I am humbled and grateful to be a small part of this amazing thing.”

Building Success With a Great Community of People

Sara attributes Prime Fitness Clarksville’s strong online reputation to the great community of people they have on their side:

“We are really fortunate and have a great community of people! We don’t take the opportunity to walk through our members’ lives lightly. We are a true community, and we know our members; we know their kids; we know their goals, and we know their successes and failures.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Prime Fitness Clarksville has gotten their name out there by working with and learning from people who have found success in marketing. Sara told us that they are constantly in motion, growing and learning.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Prime Fitness Clarksville has. Here’s Sara’s expert advice for them:

“There is nothing more important than treating your customers better than the way you think they deserve to be treated! Treat them better than you would expect to be treated! Follow The Golden Rule: ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you!’ People must come before profit, yourself, the business, etc. Business ethics and personal morals are of paramount importance.”

Sara ended our conversation by thanking her team:

“Thank you to my wonderful staff! We are truly a little family, and I could not do this without you all! It is amazing that we all love to not only serve our customers but one another as well!”


Congratulations to the team at Prime Fitness Clarksville for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Sara, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Prime Fitness Clarksville. Visit their website today!