
Akinn
Google My Business Suspension and Reinstatement Expert
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Local SEO & GMB Optimization Consultant
Upwork • Freelance
Feb 2026 - Present • 3 mos
Job History: Worked as an independent Local SEO Consultant serving small businesses, startups, and enterprises across upwork. Delivered full GMB optimization including NAP accuracy, category optimization, keyword‑rich descriptions, weekly posts, and review strategy. Performed citation audits, fixed mismatches, and improved local ranking signals. Helped businesses recover from ranking drops and improve visibility after Google algorithm updates. Achievements: Boosted client calls and leads by 300% within 60 days. Helped 150+ businesses achieve top‑tier Google Maps visibility. Improved GMB engagement metrics including clicks, calls, website visits, and direction requests. Increased overall local search traffic and customer conversions.
GMB Suspension Recovery Expert
Kwork • Freelance
Feb 2026 - Apr 2026 • 2 mos
Worked independently with businesses across India through kwork, to recover suspended GMB listings. Diagnosed suspension causes including quality issues, address violations, duplicate listings, spam indicators, and review attacks. Prepared reinstatement appeals with strong evidence and compliance documentation. Restored 150+ suspended listings, including high‑risk categories like locksmiths, contractors, and home services. Achieved a 97% reinstatement approval rate. Helped businesses recover from ranking drops and regain map pack visibility.
Google Maps Listing Manager
Toptal • Freelance
Apr 2026 - Apr 2026 • 0 mos
As a Local SEO Consultant, I improved local search ranking, Google Maps visibility, and GMB performance through advanced optimization strategies. My responsibilities included local keyword research, on‑page SEO, GMB website optimization, citation cleanup, local backlinks, review optimization, and local search traffic growth. I diagnosed and fixed issues like local SEO not working, traffic dropped, insights dropped, no calls, no leads, no impressions, and ranking drops after Google updates. I used tools like geo‑grid scans, heatmap ranking, and proximity analysis to build data‑driven strategies. My work helped businesses achieve higher local pack rankings, stronger engagement, and increased conversion rates. Achievements: – Improved local visibility for 200+ businesses – Increased calls, clicks, and leads for multiple service‑based companies – Delivered long‑term growth through consistent optimization and monitoring