The effect of a good reveiw
- Suzi
- 11 minutes ago
- 2 min read

Do you know how much good you are doing when you post a review for a business?
Never underestimate the power as a consumer. Most of our business comes from referrals so if you like us please tell everyone!!
The effect of a review:
1. They build trust (fast)
People trust other customers more than marketing. A business with lots of recent, genuine reviews feels safer and more credible, especially to first-time buyers.
No reviews = “Is this legit?”
Reviews = “Okay, others tried this and survived.”
2. They influence buying decisions
Reviews are often the final push. Star ratings, detailed feedback, and even a few negative comments (handled well) help customers decide yes or no.
Fun fact: a 4–4.5⭐ rating usually converts better than a perfect 5⭐ because it feels more real.
3. They improve visibility online
On platforms like Google, Yelp, Amazon, and app stores, reviews directly affect rankings. More reviews + better ratings = higher placement in search results = more eyeballs.
SEO bonus: reviews add fresh, keyword-rich content without the business lifting a finger.
4. They provide free, honest feedback
Reviews are basically unpaid market research. They tell businesses:
• What customers love
• What’s confusing or frustrating
• What needs fixing now
Smart businesses use this to improve products, service, and processes.
5. They boost brand reputation
Consistent positive reviews shape how people talk about a brand—even offline. They reinforce reliability and quality over time.
6. They create engagement opportunities
Responding to reviews (especially negative ones) shows:
• The business listens
• It cares about customers
• Problems are taken seriously
A well-handled bad review can actually win people over.
7. They drive repeat business
Customers who leave reviews feel more connected. That small act of being “heard” increases loyalty and the chance they’ll come back.







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