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Fresno, Ca
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Christian Parley is a Commercial Photographer, Editorial Photographer, an authorized Google virtual tour photographer and a Facebook 360 Photos photographer based in Fresno, California.

He is an award-winning professional photographer with over 19 years experience, 11 of which as a photojournalist with The Fresno Bee newspaper and McClatchy publications.

His editorial photography work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, The Christian Science Monitor, NBC News, ESPN, USA Today and various Associated Press member outlets.

• As an established commercial photographer, he creates visual content for institutional and emerging companies' websites, social media, trade publications, annual reports, corporate lifestyle and events (trade shows, conventions, product launches, ground-breaking ceremonies, award presentations), and personal bio photos including headshots and environmental portraiture.

Commercial clients include: Hinds Hospice • DragadosUSA/Samsung • AGCO/Massey Ferguson • Ithaca College • Hiebing • Schneider • ConEdison Solutions • Mac Tools • Vitro Glass

• He is also an experienced Google Trusted Photographer who has been trained, certified and authorized by Google to create high-quality, 360 virtual tours for businesses. These highly-acclaimed Google virtual tours appear prominently in Google Search and Google Maps

Google Business View virtual tour clients include: Clawson Motorsports • Fig Garden Optometry • Toyota Motors USA • Hobbytown USA • Audio Innovations of Fresno • Mercedes-Benz of Fresno • Vino & Friends Bistro • J&E Restaurant Supply • Plaza Ventana • The Grand at 1401 • Fresno Piano Gallery • Swiggs • Piemonte's Italian Delicatessen • Bella Pasta • Fresno Suit Outlet • Aram's Auto Repair Center • Bell Memorials & Granite Works • Groppetti Automotive • Fresno Chamber of Commerce • Clovis Chamber of Commerce

Captivate Customers with Google 360˙ Virtual Tours: A Small Business Owner's Guide

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The goal of the ParleyShot Commercial Photography blog is to share expert knowledge, pass along informed opinion and support local businesses in Fresno and Tulare Counties

Captivate Customers with Google 360˙ Virtual Tours: A Small Business Owner's Guide

Christian Parley

In this blog post, we will explore an innovative tool that can transform the way small businesses engage with their customers: Google 360˙ Virtual Tours. As a trusted name in commercial photography, we are excited to share our expertise and insights on how you can captivate your customers and boost your business using this powerful marketing strategy.

  1. Understanding Google 360˙ Virtual Tours: Google 360˙ Virtual Tours are immersive and interactive experiences that allow customers to explore your business virtually. By combining high-quality photography with cutting-edge technology, these virtual tours provide an engaging and realistic view of your premises, products, and services.

  2. The Benefits for Small Businesses: a) Enhanced Online Presence: Stand out from your competitors by offering potential customers an engaging and interactive experience of your business directly on Google search results, Google Maps, and your website. b) Increased Customer Engagement: Virtual tours create a lasting impression, generate curiosity, and encourage customers to spend more time exploring your offerings, leading to higher conversion rates. c) Improved SEO Ranking: Google prioritizes businesses that provide valuable and engaging content. By integrating virtual tours into your online presence, you can boost your search engine optimization (SEO) and attract more organic traffic. d) Building Trust and Credibility: Virtual tours provide a transparent and authentic representation of your business, instilling trust and confidence in potential customers.

  3. Creating an Engaging Virtual Tour: a) Hire a Professional Photographer: Christian Parley Commercial Photography specializes in capturing high-quality images and creating immersive virtual tours tailored to your business needs. b) Showcase Your Unique Selling Points: Highlight your best features, products, and services to entice customers. Pay attention to details, ambiance, and lighting to create a visually stunning experience. c) Plan the Flow: Design a logical and intuitive tour route to guide customers through your business premises. Consider the customer journey and strategically place points of interest to maintain engagement. d) Optimize Loading Speed: Ensure your virtual tour loads quickly to provide a seamless user experience. Large file sizes can slow down loading times, so optimizing the images is crucial.

  4. Promoting Your Virtual Tour: a) Embed on Your Website: Integrate your virtual tour into your website to provide visitors with a captivating experience and encourage them to explore further. b) Share on Social Media: Leverage your social media platforms to showcase your virtual tour. Encourage followers to like, share, and comment, expanding your reach and attracting new customers. c) Include in Email Marketing: Enhance your email campaigns by including a link or embedded virtual tour. This interactive content will grab your subscribers' attention and increase click-through rates.

Google 360˙ Virtual Tours are an incredible tool for small businesses to captivate customers and differentiate themselves in today's competitive market. As an experienced commercial photography company, Christian Parley Commercial Photography can help you create visually stunning and engaging virtual tours tailored to your business needs. By embracing this innovative marketing strategy, you can enhance your online presence, boost customer engagement, and ultimately drive more conversions. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you in leveraging the power of Google 360˙ Virtual Tours for your business success.

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