Get featured in a "best of" list on your review platform

Getting your business featured in a 'best of' list on a review platform or in your industry — the 'Top 10 [service] in [city]' or 'Best [category] 2026' roundups that buyers use as shortlists.

A spot on a 'best of' list is borrowed authority at the exact decision moment. Buyers use these lists to narrow their options, so being on one puts you on the shortlist before they've even visited your site. It's a strong third-party endorsement, it often comes with a genuine citation, and it compounds — being on one list makes others more likely to include you.

How to do it

1. 1
   Find the 'best of' lists that matter in your field

   Search '[your service] best [your city]' and '[your category] top [year]' to find the lists buyers actually see — from review platforms, local media, and industry sites.
2. 2
   Meet the criteria they rank on

   Most lists weigh review count, rating, and legitimacy. This is where your review-getting work pays off — a strong, recent review profile is often what qualifies you. Close any gaps first.
3. 3
   Reach out or apply where possible

   Some lists take submissions or nominations; others you reach by pitching the author with why you belong. For editorial lists, a short, specific pitch (with your proof) to the right person works.
4. 4
   Leverage it once you're on

   Feature the 'as seen in / voted best' mention on your site and profiles. The endorsement is only half the value — displaying it is the other half.