How to Get 50+ Google Reviews Without Bugging Customers
Easy ways to get more Google reviews without asking twice.
Tired of chasing customers for reviews?
Asking directly can feel awkward - or worse, annoying.
But here’s the secret: most businesses get 50+ reviews not by pushing harder, but by making it easier for happy customers to do it on their own.
This guide shows you how.
1. Ask at the Right Moment (Not After the Sale)
Many businesses ask for a review after the service is done. That’s too late.
When should you ask?
Ask at the moment your customer is happiest - usually right after something went well.
Example:
A Bournemouth car valet texts customers as soon as they see their cleaned car. That’s when the “wow” feeling hits. Their reviews tripled in 2 months.
Tip:
Use this line in a message:
“Glad you’re happy! It means the world to us. Would you mind leaving a quick Google review?”
2. Automate the Ask (No Extra Work Needed)
You don’t need to remember who to ask. Let tech do the heavy lifting.
Example:
A Weymouth dentist uses Google Sheets + Zapier to auto-send review texts an hour after a visit. The message includes a review link and a smiley. It takes no extra time from staff.
Tool Tip:
Use Zapier.com with Google Sheets & Twilio to send messages automatically.
3. Make It One-Tap Easy
If the review process feels long or clunky, customers won’t bother.
What works best?
A direct Google review link that opens on mobile in 1 tap.
Example:
A café in Bridport added a QR code to their napkin holder. It links directly to their Google review popup. They went from 6 to 52 reviews in 4 months.
Tip:
Create and share a link or QR code with Google Search
To find your review link, click Read Reviews and then Get more reviews.
Share the link or QR code with your customers directly or use the provided options to share.
Note:
To download the QR code, right-click the QR code and select "Save image as..." so you can print or share your QR code with customers.
4. Show You Read Every Review
When people see you reply, they’re more likely to leave one too.
Example:
A local barbershop replies to every single review - good or bad - within 24 hours. Their responses feel personal, not canned. New customers say they booked because of the replies.
Copy Tip:
Use the AAA method for bad reviews:
Acknowledge the issue
Apologise sincerely
Act on it (what you’ll do next)
5. Use Signage & Staff Prompts
Sometimes, a simple reminder goes a long way.
Example:
A Poole restaurant added a sign at the exit:
“Loved your meal? Let us know on Google.”
They trained servers to say:
“If you had a great time, we’d really appreciate a quick review.”
Results:
Weekly reviews doubled, with zero awkwardness.
Tip:
Add review cards with a QR code to bills, boxes, or bags.
Try This Today
Pick just one of these tips and put it into action.
Get your Google Reviews link or QR code
Add a review card to your packaging
Add a review link to your email signature
Schedule a review request message after happy moments
Then watch what happens over the next 7 days.
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