Search is no longer just about showing up on Google Maps — it’s about being the answer. AI-powered tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) are rewriting the rules of local discovery. If your business isn’t optimized for these new “answer engines,” you risk disappearing from the conversations your customers are having with AI.

In this episode, the AI Guides for Small Businesses team unpacks how Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is transforming local SEO. We’ll explore practical steps to create AI-ready content — from conversational FAQs and review-based insights to schema markup and structured data — so your business becomes the trusted source AI recommends first.

If you want to future-proof your visibility, own the “near me” moment, and stay ahead of your competitors, this episode is your roadmap.