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Kansas’ Top Rated Local® Sign Companies Award Winner: GrandMark Signs

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that GrandMark Signs is a 2019 award winner for Sign Companies in Kansas!

If you are in need of someone to handle a sign project, make sure to check out GrandMark Signs in Lenexa.

GrandMark Signs has over 25 reviews on two verified sites with an average rating of 4.93 stars earning them an incredible Rating Score™ of 93.25 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for being one of the top 10 sign companies in the entire state of Kansas.

Here is just one of their many five-star reviews:

“While opening a new business, we searched out someone who could help us with signs and how to brand our business. GrandMark signs was the answer. Not only did they come in with the best price, the quality of work was excellent. We now have a monument sign, car decals, door decals and vinyl on our walls and windows. Everything looks great and our experience with the team was very positive.” – KC Dawgz Overland Park

Not Your Average Sign Company

We took a few minutes to speak with Joe Tindall, owner of GrandMark Signs, to learn a little bit more about the business and how they managed to build such a incredible online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was how GrandMark Signs separates itself from the other sign companies and why prospective clients should choose them. This is what Joe had to say:

“We have the best follow up in the business. The jobs are completed well and promptly. Our goal is to make the entire process as easy as possible for the client.”

We also wanted to understand what Joe and the rest of his team’s mission is every single day and how they make the world a better place. Joe said that they use their fantastic skill set to give back to the community by providing work for various non-profits and charities, including Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Building Success Through A Strong Online Presence

We also asked Joe how GrandMark Signs had built their amazing online reputation. Here is what Joe said is their secret to success:

“We make sure our online presence is solid in every way. Our site is newly constructed and designed professionally. We dedicate staff to handle our social media platforms as well.”

We know there are many small businesses that are striving to achieve the same level of success as Joe and his team at GrandMark Signs, so we asked him to provide some advice for other business owners. Here is the expert recommendation Joe provided:

“Social media is absolutely key. If you can’t do it yourself, make sure you have someone dedicated to posting content and keeping everything up to date.”

Congratulations to the team at GrandMark Signs for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Joe, for taking the time to speak with us! Learn more about this business online today.

California’s Top Rated Local® Financial Advisers Award Winner: Strategic Choices Financial

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Strategic Choices Financial is an award winner for financial advisers in 2019.

If you are looking for a financial adviser who will offer you guidance and support, look no further than this award-winning company!

Strategic Choices Financial has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across four different verified sites with an average rating of 4.88 stars, earning them a phenomenal Rating Score™ of 96.77 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking in the top 10 for financial advisers in California!

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

“I’ve known Alvin Parra over 25 years. Alvin is a committed individual, and is a professional who gives back to the community. Alvin and the Strategic Choices team accurately explained to me the choices I had in transferring my retirement fund over to them, making me feel confident it was the right choice. Also, with my money fluctuating in the stock market, I liked that Strategic Choices was able to offer me a no-risk, no-fee retirement option. Thank you, Alvin.” – Lorraine D.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Strategic Choices Financial is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Financial Advisors

In order to better understand Strategic Choices Financial and how they were able to create and build such a stellar reputation, we took the time to sit down with the owner, Alvin Parra.

The first thing we wanted to know was what makes Strategic Choices Financial different than any other financial adviser. Alvin spoke about the fact that he has a diverse background, having worked in government for 25 years. He also spoke of his ability to empathize with his clients since he himself is a father of two who has been married for over 20 years.

In response to our questions about how Strategic Choices Financial attempts to make the world a better place, Alvin shared:

“Our goal is to help people understand how to use the financial services that are out there so that they can retire comfortably. I want to make people feel comfortable and give them the skills to be able to navigate the financial world.”

Building Success Through Empathy

Between the online reviews and our conversation with Alvin, one thing was abundantly clear: Strategic Choices Financial cares about their clients. Infusing a personal touch into every interaction, it is no wonder they have garnered such a stellar reputation. Alvin says of his clients:

“I care about my clients, and they know that I care and believe in me and trust me. That is why they give me good reviews”

When we asked if Alvin had any wisdom he wanted to share for other businesses looking to grow, this was his advice:

“Clients don’t want to know how much you know, but how much you care.”

Congratulations to Strategic Choices Financial for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Alvin Parra for taking the time to speak with us!

Kansas’ Top Rated Local® Roofing Contractors Award Winner: Midwest Diversified, Inc.

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Midwest Diversified, Inc. is a 2019 award winner for roofing contractors in Kansas!

If you need a professional and well respected roofing contractor in Kansas, look no further than Midwest Diversified, Inc. in Lawrence.

Midwest Diversified, Inc. has over 60 reviews on five verified sites with an average rating of 4.94 stars earning them an astonishing Rating Score™ of 99.35 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for being one of the top 10 roofing contractors in the entire state of Kansas.

Here is just one of their many five-star reviews:

“The team at Midwest Diversified, Inc. guided me through where he thought my leak was coming from, told me how to repair it myself including what product would work the best. I had them inspect my roof and he patched several other locations. I plan to have Midwest Diversified do some other work in the future. We were very pleased with this company. They are true professionals, treating customers with respect, providing on the spot estimates, and they are not pushy or aggressive in their sales approach. I would definitely recommend and will not hesitate to call him back again.” – Brian E.

Not Your Average Roofing Contractor

We took a few minutes to speak with Keith, owner of Midwest Diversified, Inc., to learn a little bit more about the business and how they managed to build such an incredible online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was how Midwest Diversified, Inc. separates itself from the other roofing contractors and why clients should choose their service. This is what Keith had to say:

“We are not going to ever shove something down the customer’s throats. I don’t believe in any high pressure tactics and the recommendations we make will always be based on what you need.”

We also wanted to understand what Keith and the rest of his team’s mission is every single day. Keith said their motto is “We were green and cool before green was cool”. Their mission is to take care of every single one of their clients and always bring value to them at every opportunity..

Building Success Through Exceptional Service

We also asked Keith how Midwest Diversified, Inc. had built their amazing online reputation. Keith told us his process is simple:

“Just do what you say you are going to do, and do it when you say you are going to do it. We never want any client to be lost in follow-up and our team is proud of our reputation.”

We know there are many small businesses that are striving to achieve the same level of success as Midwest Diversified, Inc., so we asked Keith to provide some advice for other business owners. Here is the expert recommendation he provided:

“You must always put the customer first, even if it means you might lose a dollar in the transaction.”

Congratulations to the team at Midwest Diversified, Inc. for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Keith, for taking the time to speak with us! Learn more about this business online today.

Myths About Online Reputation: Part One

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When it comes to learning about and building your online reputation, there’s bad news and good news. The bad news is, whether you hear it from your colleagues, business partners, or even poorly researched blog posts, misinformation about online reputation is a rampant issue. The good news is, at Top Rated Local®, we are online reputation experts, and we’d be happy to share some information with you to get you on the right track. In this two-part blog series, we’ll explore some of the most common myths people believe about online reputation and help you to understand the truth of the situation.

Myth: You Can’t Control It

Bad reviews happen. That’s a fact of life. However, you have the power of reaction. How you react to the negative reviews you receive is what’s going to determine whether or not you get a chance to make things right. Responding quickly and politely with an offer to resolve the situation makes you more likely to get an edited review and maybe even return business. It also serves to show anyone visiting the review site that you truly care about providing your customers with the very best service.

Myth: You Are In Complete Control

As we said, bad reviews do happen. No matter how hard you try to make sure you are making every single customer happy, some people just aren’t going to be. You cannot make everyone happy all the time. If you get a bad review, don’t sweat it. Just respond appropriately and things will be okay. These negative reviews actually give you great insight into what can be improved to make sure your customers are well taken care of. Take negative reviews in stride and make sure you’re doing everything in your power to make things right.

Myth: Publishing Fake Reviews Is No Big Deal

Publishing fake reviews is a very big deal. We cannot stress enough how bad fake reviews are for business. Fake reviews are lies you’re telling your potential customers and, frankly, are incredibly easy to spot. Your customers are smart. They’ll sense it if something is up. No matter how enthusiastic these fake reviews are, they will absolutely make your business look bad. Focus on getting good reviews from real customers that you’ve impressed. That will, by far, make your business look the best.

Myth: You Don’t Have An Online Reputation, Because You Don’t Do Internet Marketing

In this day and age, everyone has an online reputation, whether it be individually or as a business. Chances are, even if you don’t have a website or any sort of social media presence, people are still going to talk about the service they received online. Your best bet is taking control of your online reputation so that you and your team can shape it to be what you want it to be.

Myth: Reputation Management Isn’t Worth It

Hiring someone to do your reputation management or dedicating a team to it in-office is one of the best investments you could possibly make for your business, especially in this era. Making sure you have a good online reputation can be a lot of work, and it is best done by people who know what they’re doing. If you aren’t interested in hiring someone for this specific purpose, be sure to educate yourself on the ins and outs of reputation management.

Stay Tuned For Part Two

There are lots of online reputation myths left to explore, so stay tuned for part two of our series on Online Reputation myths. In part two, we’ll tell you even more about how you can be the boss of your own online reputation and success. Be sure not to miss it.

Colorado’s Top Rated Local® Law Firm Award Winner: Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C.

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Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. represents clients facing criminal and DUI offenses in Castle Rock and the surrounding areas.

At Top Rated Local®, we’re proud to announce that Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. is Colorado’s award-winning law firm.

Whether clients are facing a DUI, probation violation, theft or another criminal offense, Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. is the law firm to turn to. In addition to criminal offenses and DUIs, Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. also offers its services for cases involving family law and estate planning.

Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. understands the urgency in every legal matter, and they have made themselves available 24/7 to their clients. They offer experience in all matters, and they provide personalized legal representation for every case.

Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. has an astounding reputation, and much of that reputation has been built through their many positive reviews. Here’s just one example:

“I can’t tell you how much my family and I appreciate Kevin. I was a walk-in appointment in desperate need of advice. Kevin was extremely professional and provided that much-needed guidance. My hope is not to need an attorney in future. If I do, I will be reaching out to Ellmann & Ellmann.” – Kurt P

So, what’s the secret to success for Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C.? We sat down with President Kevin Ellmann to find out.

What is your secret to such a strong online reputation?

We always provide the highest quality of service for our clients, hands down. We understand that, when our clients come to us, it’s a very stressful time and they are dealing with complicated issues. They need us, and we are dedicated to helping them.

Because we rely on our reputation to generate the vast majority of our leads, we make it a point to always provide the absolute best service for our clients.

What makes you different? In other words, if you had one minute to sell somebody on why they should choose you, what would you say?

I worked as a Senior Deputy District Attorney for eight years, and in that time, I gained a lot of invaluable experience. When it comes to the specific cases we take on, I’ve seen everything.

We understand the urgency our clients are facing, and we answer the phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Best of all, it’s usually me or one of our two other attorneys

answering the phone. Unlike other law firms, we don’t go through a call answering service. Instead, you’ll always get someone who is extremely knowledgeable, no matter who answers the phone.

I am AVVO 10.0 rated; I was just named to the 2018 edition of Best Lawyers in America; I was the 2014 recipient of the Douglas/Elbert Bar Association Professionalism Award; and I was the President of the Douglas County Chapter of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar from 2007 through August 2018.

Above all else, we focus on honesty and integrity. We’ll never blow smoke. Before making any promises or setting unfair expectations, we take the time to find the correct information and answers.

Why do you do what you do? In other words, what is your mission and/or how do you attempt to make the world a better place?

I want to protect people’s rights and fight to make sure that the proper processes are always followed. My team is always honest, and we’ll always do our due diligence about a case before we make any bold statements about the potential outcome.

In short, we truly care about each and every one of our clients, and we want to help them through what may be one of the toughest times of their life.

Outside of building a strong online reputation, what else do you do to market and grow your business?

Our growth is mostly because of our organic rankings and word of mouth from our clients. Although we’ve worked with a few different marketing firms in the past, we haven’t seen the kind of results we anticipated. When you check out our website, you’ll find all kinds of unique and informative content. We believe this is important because, in our experience, the best clients are the ones that do their research and take the time to find the right attorney. Trust is the key to driving the best clients!

What advice do you have for other businesses trying to build a strong online reputation and grow their business?

Care about your clients, and always do what’s professional and right for your clients! “They don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care!”

From all of us at Top Rated Local, we’d like to say congratulations to Ellmann & Ellmann, P.C. for being the 2018 Top Rated Local award winner for law firms in Colorado.