Is 8-Ball Consulting Right for Your Small Business?

Who Chooses 8-Ball Consulting? Is This You?

Running a small business today is tough. Customers don’t just find you through word of mouth anymore — they look at your online presence first. Reviews, business listings, and how you show up in Google and AI-driven search results can make or break whether someone chooses you.

That’s why I built 8-Ball Consulting: to provide small businesses with affordable, practical marketing help that builds trust and visibility without the bloated costs of big SEO agencies.

Here’s how to know if we’re the right fit:

1. You’re juggling too much as a business owner

Running a business means wearing many hats. Managing reviews, posting updates, and keeping your business information accurate often falls to the bottom of the list. I save you time by handling those pieces consistently.

2. You know reputation matters, but don’t have a system

Customers trust detailed, authentic reviews more than any ad. If you don’t have a consistent process for bringing in new reviews, you’re missing out on the single highest ROI marketing tool available.

3. You’re frustrated by negative reviews

Negative reviews happen to everyone. The key is handling them quickly, professionally, and in your voice. I follow proven processes to either dispute invalid reviews or respond in ways that turn setbacks into opportunities to show credibility.

4. You’ve heard about AI search, but don’t know how it affects you

AI tools like Google AI, ChatGPT, and Perplexity are changing how customers discover businesses. These platforms don’t just look at websites — they prioritize trust signals, such as reviews, profiles, and consistent listings. I help you adapt to this shift so you don’t get left behind.

5. You’ve been pitched by SEO agencies that cost too much

Most SEO agencies charge $2,000 or more per month for bloated packages that don’t move the needle. I deliver focused, affordable solutions that build trust and visibility — without wasting your money.

6. You’re a new business with capital to invest in marketing

Starting fresh? There’s no better time to lay the foundation for long-term growth. I help new businesses establish their reputation strategy from day one, enabling them to build credibility quickly and attract more customers.

7. You’re working with an agency, but are not happy with the results or costs

Maybe you already hired an agency — but you’re frustrated by the results (or lack of them), the cost, or how little you understand what they’re actually delivering. I have experienced this firsthand. I cut out the fluff and give you what matters most: visibility, trust, and peace of mind.

Bottom Line

If you saw yourself in any of these situations, 8-Ball Consulting was built for you. My focus is simple: save you time, boost your credibility, and ensure that when customers search — whether in Google, ChatGPT, or other AI tools — you don’t just appear, you appear as the trusted choice.

👉 Ready to see how it works? Schedule a free call and let’s talk through your business goals.

Ryan Prutsman

I’m Ryan Prutsman, founder of 8-Ball Consulting.

For nearly seven years, I led marketing, SEO, and online reputation management for a growing, multi-location healthcare practice. I saw firsthand how the right strategy — consistently applied — drives real business growth.

To build on that experience, I completed a 180-hour Digital Marketing Boot Camp through the University of Denver, sharpening my skills across search, analytics, and digital strategy.

Today, I help small businesses across the U.S. stay competitive in an AI-driven world by focusing on what I call Search Everywhere Optimization (SEO) and Online Reputation Management (ORM). My goal is to make sure great businesses aren’t overlooked — by search engines or by people.

When I’m not working, I’m usually outdoors — snowboarding, mountain biking, doing yoga, or spending time with my adorable & fearless Pit Bull, Poppy.

https://8-ballconsulting.com
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