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Online Reputation Management: The Basics for Businesses

Nico Weiß
January 1, 20247 min

Was ist Online Reputation Management?

Online Reputation Management (ORM) encompasses all measures aimed at positively shaping and protecting a company's public image on the internet.

Why is ORM important?

Building trust

93% of consumers read online reviews before making a purchase decision.

Increasing revenue

Companies with positive online reputation achieve up to 31% more revenue.

Attracting talent

Potential employees also research employers online.

Die 5 Säulen des ORM

1. Monitoring

Keep track of what's being said about your company:

  • Set up Google Alerts
  • Monitor social media
  • Check review platforms

2. Review management

Actively collect and manage reviews:

  • Ask satisfied customers for reviews
  • Respond to all reviews
  • Handle negative reviews professionally

3. Content strategy

Create and distribute positive content:

  • Blog-Artikel
  • Pressemitteilungen
  • Social Media Posts

4. SEO optimization

Push positive content up in search results:

  • Keyword optimization
  • Backlink building
  • Technical SEO

5. Crisis management

Be prepared for negative events:

  • Krisenplan erstellen
  • React quickly and transparently
  • Learn from mistakes

Conclusion

Online Reputation Management is not a one-time project, but a continuous process. Invest in your digital reputation – it pays off.