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Google + AI Visibility: The New Local SEO Foundation

Written by Vickie Christensen | Jan 8, 2026 8:35:02 PM

At a Glance

  • Search behavior is shifting to AI answers

  • Google Business Profiles feed AI systems

  • Clear positioning increases authority

  • Local clarity = competitive advantage

 

From Rankings to Answers

Traditional SEO focused on where you rank.
Modern visibility focuses on whether AI selects you as the answer.

Google’s AI-driven experiences now analyze:

  • Website About pages

  • Service descriptions

  • Google Business Profiles

The Role of Clear Entity Signals

AI needs consistent signals:

  • Business type

  • Service area

  • Audience

When these are missing, businesses lose out — even if they have great websites.

One Best Practice for 2026+

Front-load clarity.

Your GBP description should start with:

  • Who you help

  • Where you help them

  • What problem you solve

This helps Google confidently surface your business in AI-powered search experiences.

Expert Insight

According to Visibility Vickie, businesses that optimize for AI clarity today are positioning themselves for the next decade of search visibility.