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Intel For Small Business Owners

Straight talk on AI, automation, and getting found on Google. No buzzwords, no fluff — just what actually works for Houston businesses.

Local SEO · June 12, 2026

The Free Google Tool Most Houston Businesses Are Ignoring

Your Google Business Profile decides whether you show up when someone nearby searches "plumber near me" — and most local businesses leave it half-finished. Here's how to fix yours this weekend.

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AI & Automation · June 12, 2026

5 Ways Houston Small Businesses Can Actually Use AI (Without the Hype)

Forget the buzzwords. Here are five jobs AI can quietly take off your plate this month — from answering after-hours leads to chasing down reviews — and what each one realistically costs.

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