LLMO vs. SEO: What’s the Difference and Why Your Business Needs Both
- Nancy Molina-Padilla
- Jan 18
- 2 min read
When it comes to building your online presence, you’ve probably heard the term SEO thrown around everywhere.
But what about LLMO? Chances are, you haven’t — and that’s because it’s still new in the digital marketing world.
Both are powerful tools, but they do different things. And when used together, they can completely change the way your business shows up online.
In this article, I’ll walk you through the basics of LLMO vs. SEO so you know exactly what each one does, why both matter, and how they can fuel your business growth.
LLMO: Your Local Visibility Superpower
LLMO stands for Local Listings Management & Optimization. It’s all about making sure your business shows up in local searches and across major online directories.
LLMO = local visibility + directory accuracy + AI search readiness.
Think about when you search for:
“Dentist near me”
“Best coffee shop in [your city]”
“24/7 locksmith”
If your business info (name, address, phone number, hours) is consistent and synced across platforms like Google Maps, Yelp, Facebook, Apple Maps, and more, you’re far more likely to appear when nearby customers are searching.
And here’s the exciting part: with AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini becoming popular for search, accurate listings don’t just matter for Google anymore — they help AI recommend your business too.
Final Thoughts
Branding isn’t about chasing trends or slapping together a cool logo. It’s about creating a look, a feel, and an experience that represents you—your values, your voice, and the way you want people to feel when they interact with your business.
If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about how to bring your brand vision to life, we’re here to help!
At InTandem Digital, we create brands that aren’t just beautiful—they’re strategic, authentic, and built to last.
About the Author
Nancy Molina-Padilla is the Creative Marketing & Growth Strategist at InTandem Digital Consulting. She earned a Master’s degree in Public Relations and brings over a decade of expertise in Strategic Communication, along with 15+ years of experience in Marketing, Web and Graphic Design. Throughout her career, Nancy has partnered closely with CEOs and executives across industries including law, banking, education, and fashion—serving as a trusted strategist and creative problem-solver.
InTandem Digital Consulting provides various digital solutions to small and mid-size businesses. Our portfolio includes: Website Design, Social Media Management, Branding Identity and Customer Experience Strategy. Our CX workshops are offered both in-person and virtually.
To learn more about how InTandem Digital Consulting can help you and your business, click HERE.
#increasewebsitetraffic #seo #instagramstories #stories #snapchat #socialmediamanagement #socialmediamanager #socialmediatips #socialmediaforbusines #increaseengagement #getengagement #smallbusinessresource #followergrowth #mobileoptimize #customerexperience #smallbusinesstips #entrepreneurs #digitalmarketing
Let’s Connect
To learn more about InTandem Digital Consulting’s website design services, how we can help grow your business through social media or even strategize with you on some ideas to drive awareness to your brand. Visit us at www.intandemdigital.com
Comments