Google Search Will Be Dead in 5 Years

Are you staying ahead of the game?

Hey,

You ever stop and think about how much Google has shaped our lives? I mean, it’s not just a search engine. It’s the search engine.

The one we’ve all leaned on for over a decade.

For home service companies especially it’s been the backbone of finding leads.

But here’s the thing no one wants to admit:

Google’s days as the dominate search engine are numbered.

Five years from now, I’m betting we’ll be looking back at Google like we do MySpace. Something bigger and better is going to take its place. And before you roll your eyes, let me tell you why this matters….

Streamline Your Ops with Smarter Tools

But before we get into it,

Staying ahead of the competition is no easy feat. With schedules to manage, invoices to send, and a million moving parts, staying ahead of the game can feel like a pretty full on job. That’s why FieldPulse are so awesome.

FieldPulse is a really awesome Field Service Management (FSM) platform, that helps you save hours every week and keep operations running smoothly. With features like scheduling, dispatching, invoicing, and reporting, it takes the headache out of managing the day-to-day.

Why It Works

Businesses using FieldPulse see an average of 78% annual growth and are saving 5-10 hours a week on administrative tasks—HUGE!

If you're looking to streamline your ops, stay ahead of the competition, and focus on what really matters (growth) FieldPulse is a game-changer.

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Back in 2015, Google was a lifeline for businesses like ours.

Before that it was all big time companies surviving off TV, radio, mailers all that stuff. They worked, but they were clunky and expensive. Then along came GMB, LSA, PPC, and SEO.

Suddenly, the playing field levelled, and smaller players had a shot at growth like never before.

Fast forward to today—Google’s dominance is being challenged by a whole bunch of AI-powered search tools.

Platforms like ChatGPT and Perplexity are changing how people search. They’re faster, smarter, more personalized.

It’s a massive shift, and for home service companies, this is the moment to either pivot or get left behind.

But this isn’t just a problem; it’s an opportunity.

The companies that embrace the next big thing are the ones that’ll win. So, while change might feel like an existential threat, it’s also the best chance to get ahead of the competition.

If you’re serious about staying ahead of the game, I recommend working with experts like Service Scalers. 

Their GMB and SEO strategies focus on high-quality, consistent content for better results. Their focus on performance tracking and attracting high-quality leads showed us how to create a winning formula for digital marketing.

Want More Insights on Google and Strategy?

If you’re curious about how the shifts in search engines could impact your business or want to sharpen your strategy for staying ahead, don’t miss this week’s podcast.

We’re diving deep into how to crack down on planning, and the steps you can take right now to future-proof your business goals.

• The Importance SWOT Analysis & Preparing for Existential Threats

• Setting Ambitious Goals: The 10-Year BHAG

• The Solid Impact of Strong Accounting

If you want to jump to those BIG revenue goals, you need to look at your target strategy and where you can improve.

It’s a win-win for your team and your business, and it’s all part of being prepared so you can stay ahead.

Have a great weekend. 👊👊

John

Disclosure: This newsletter includes sponsored content. However, all opinions expressed are entirely my own.