Why Your Pages Don't Show Up (And How to Fix It Fast)

Your website exists, you know it's there, but when potential customers search for what you offer... crickets. Sound familiar? You're not going crazy—your pages really aren't showing up. And I'm about to tell you exactly why.

Drop a 🙋‍♀️ if you've ever Googled your own business and couldn't find yourself!

Here's the brutal truth: Google doesn't automatically know your business exists just because you built a website. Think of Google like a massive library with billions of books, but there's no librarian organizing everything.

If Google can't find your pages, understand what they're about, or trust that they're legitimate, you'll stay buried on page 47 where nobody ventures.

The good news? This isn't personal. Google isn't conspiring against you—it just doesn't understand what you're offering yet.

Why this matters for your survival: Every day your pages don't show up is another day customers find your competitors instead of you.

You've got this—we're going to fix this together, one simple step at a time.

There are four main reasons your pages are playing hide and seek. Let's expose them:

Culprit #1: Google Doesn't Know You Exist

Google hasn't discovered your pages yet. It's like having a store but never telling anyone the address.

Culprit #2: Your Pages Are Speaking Gibberish

Your pages don't clearly explain what you do or who you serve. Google's smart, but it can't read minds.

Culprit #3: You're Invisible to Local Search

For local businesses, not showing up in 'near me' searches is business suicide. 76% of people who search for something nearby visit within 24 hours.

Culprit #4: Your Website is Technically Broken

Slow loading times, broken links, or mobile disasters make Google think your site is abandoned.

Which culprit do you think is hurting your business most? Let me know in the comments!

I know this feels overwhelming, but these fixes are simpler than you think. Let's tackle them:

Fix #1: Introduce Yourself to Google

Submit your website to Google Search Console. Think of it as formally introducing yourself at a networking event.

Pause here, go to search.google.com/search-console, and add your website. I'll wait.

Fix #2: Speak Customer Language

Replace industry jargon with words your customers actually use. Instead of 'comprehensive automotive maintenance solutions,' say 'car repair and oil changes.'

Fix #3: Claim Your Digital Territory

Set up and optimize your Google Business Profile. This is your digital storefront on Google Maps.

Fix #4: Speed Check Reality

Test your website speed at pagespeed.web.dev. If it's slower than 3 seconds, customers are already gone

You're already ahead of 80% of businesses just by understanding these issues. Keep going!

Here's your game plan for this week—pick ONE to start:

If you're completely invisible: "Start with Google Search Console. Get Google to acknowledge you exist."

If you're invisible locally: "Fix your Google Business Profile first. Local customers are looking for you right now."

If your site is slow: "Address speed issues immediately. Every second counts."

Small wins build momentum. Fix one thing well, then move to the next.

I know technology feels scary, but you run a business—you're already handling complex stuff every day. This is just one more skill you can master.

Your business deserves to be found by customers who need exactly what you offer. You're not invisible because you're not good enough—you're invisible because no one taught you these rules.

Which fix are you tackling first? Drop it in the comments and I'll cheer you on!

Ready to get your pages showing up where they belong? Start with our comprehensive Google audit to identify exactly what's keeping your pages invisible. Or learn to diagnose and fix these issues yourself with our SEO mastery course that walks you through everything step-by-step.

Remember: Every day your important pages remain invisible is another day potential customers can't find you. But with the right approach, you can turn invisible pages into customer-generating assets that work for your business around the clock.