Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Financepeople

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

I am Michiel Terwindt, and I run a local accounting firm specifically focused on artists and creative professionals.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert to accomplish?

• For my practice, I wanted a sleek online presence that would be easy to find, without the months of hassle often involved with traditional web developers.

SOLUTION

How did you find Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

Referral

Why did you select Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Gijs is a true specialist—an expert deeply immersed in the fields of SEO and GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). He has distilled his extensive knowledge of search engines and AI into sophisticated "Claude Skills." Through these autonomous AI agents and automated workflows, complex websites can be built in no time—websites that are perfectly aligned with what search algorithms and LLMs are looking for.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The results were excellent. We achieved a technical SEO score of 100%, and within a single day, the site reached the number 1 spot in Google AI Overviews. Best of all, within 5 days, the first targeted leads began arriving through the site—meaning the total investment of just 750 euros was immediately and handsomely recouped.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

No endless meetings or slow desks, just pure efficiency. Gijs built my site in a single day using AI. Thanks to his smart Claude Skills, the technical foundation was taken care of.

What was your primary form of communication with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They offered no endless meetings or slow desks; just pure efficiency. Gijs built my site in a single day using AI. Thanks to his smart Claude Skills, the technical foundation was taken care of....  If you want a website that is not only beautiful but also technically superior from the start—one that ranks in AI overviews and generates leads immediately, all for a fair price—then Gijs is definitely the person you need.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert could have done differently?

Honestly? None. The pace was incredibly intense and the results were immediate, so there really is no room for improvement. If I had to mention something, though: it all happened so fast that, as an entrepreneur, you almost struggle to keep up with the new influx of leads!

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner and manager of Het Kolkhuis, a villa rental company. We have a luxurious villa with 16 beds in unspoiled nature, which we rent out to groups, both leisure and business, with niche market retreats.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

I needed them to make Het Kolkhuis easier to find on the web and get a higher conversion rate.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert has provided SEO services for us. The team has given me great examples of other companies that have gained a great market share through SEO optimization. Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert has also come up with good steps without overloading me and has assisted me when I needed some encouragement. The team has directly implemented changes to our website and online listings and provided advice and guidance.

What is the team composition?

I don’t know how many teammates from Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert are assigned to our project.

How did you come to work with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert was referred to me. I chose them over other options because they had high ratings, a great culture fit, and company values aligned with ours.

How much have you invested with them?

The project cost is confidential.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert in February 2026, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We had a measurement when we started, so we could keep very minute track of what changed. We’ve tripled our website traffic and had many more requests from guests that are truly interested in us. Our conversion rate has improved by at least 400%.

How did Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert perform from a project management standpoint?

Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert is a very proactive team that always does what they promise. We communicate via email and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert is very dedicated, willing to help every step of the way, and really knows what to do. I fully trust them; they’re real experts. They’re always a few steps ahead and know the complicated business so well. They really enjoy their work.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there aren’t any.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm a manager at Full Service Agency Netherlands, an advertising and marketing company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert to accomplish for Full Service Agency Netherlands?

We needed help building an SEO- and GEO-friendly website and developing AI automation.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Gijs manages the entire process from strategy to delivery. The scope of the project includes:Key deliverables include a fast, conversion-oriented website, a comprehensive GEO-targeting plan, and fully operational AI scripts and integrations directly connected to our CRM and CMS.

Key deliverables: A fast, conversion-oriented website, a comprehensive GEO-targeting plan, and fully operational AI scripts/integrations linked directly to our CRM and CMS.

What is the team composition?

We work with 2–5 teammates from Gijs' team.

How did you come to work with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

We found Gijs through an online search. We chose him over other options because of his high ratings, great cultural fit, and good value for cost.

How much have you invested with them?

So far, we've spent less than $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Gijs in October 2025, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The impact of Gijs' work is directly noticeable. Our local organic visibility has increased by 40%, resulting in a 300% increase in qualified leads. Additionally, the implemented AI automations save our team 30 hours per week of manual work.

How did Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert perform from a project management standpoint?

Gijs is communicative and delivers on time. We communicate via in-person meetings, virtual meetings, email, and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert is not only an executor but also a true strategic partner for the long term. He delivers work of exceptional quality.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Gijs has a waiting list and doesn't take every client. That's because he has a lot of knowledge of local SEO and AI.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the owner of Local SEO Agency Amersfoort

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Online Marketing Company

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert to accomplish?

• AI visibility
• GEO optimization
• Google business profile optimization
• Bing Places
• Apple Maps

SOLUTION

How did you find Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert over others?

Good value for cost

How many teammates from Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Better visibility of AI models

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

300% growth in visitors from Chapter and Gemini

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes, earlier than was agreed

What was your primary form of communication with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

In-Person Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their 30-minute GEO visibility methodology was impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert could have done differently?

None. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Google Business Profile Optimizer

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Gijs Bodenstaff has doubled our conversion with his AI automation!

We knew we were missing opportunities, but Gijs took our workflow to the next level in 2025. The smart WhatsApp integration into our Google Business Profile is a game changer.

Customers message us with a single click and receive an accurate answer immediately, 24/7. Where we used to only clear emails on Monday morning, our system now sends out quotes as early as Saturday evening. Gijs built a complex n8n Workflow Automation that connects everything seamlessly.

In combination with the AI ​​Voice Agent, we are literally always 'open'. We win contracts because we respond faster than the competition. Gijs understands how to gain an edge with Agentic Workflows. He builds the systems that work for you, so you can focus on your craft. An absolute AI automation expert. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert to accomplish?

• Google business profile optimization
• Google Maps optimization
• AI Consultancy in SEO

SOLUTION

How did you find Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert over others?

High ratings

Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Scope of Work:

Gijs Bodenstaff implemented AI automation solutions to enhance workflow and online presence. This included WhatsApp integration, AI chatbot, n8n workflow automation, AI Voice Agent, and system integration.

Key Deliverables:

- Automated lead response system (24/7)
- Streamlined offer generation
- Enhanced customer experience
- Increased efficiency through automation
- Data-driven insights for optimization

Gijs built systems that work autonomously, improving response times and conversion rates, allowing the client to focus on their core business.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

 *Conversion rate doubled*

- *Faster response to leads* (24/7)
- *More offers sent* (Increased offers sent, including outside business hours)
- *Increased efficiency through automation*
- *Measurable ROI* (Measurable ROI, winning more orders due to faster response times)

These outcomes indicate that the project achieved its goals of improving workflow efficiency, customer experience, and business outcomes. 😊

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Gijs was super proactive and flexible on the project. He:
- *Delivered on time* - Everything was delivered according to plan.
- Responded quickly  - Questions were answered quickly.
-  Driven the project  - He took the lead and made adjustments where necessary.
-  Listened well  - He understood exactly what we needed and adjusted the plan.

He was easy to reach and communicated transparently about progress and results. Truly a partner who thinks along with you.

What was your primary form of communication with Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert?

In-Person Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What really stood out to me about Gijs and his approach was:
- *In-depth technical expertise* - He combines AI, automation, and smart integrations at a high level.
-  Results-oriented thinking  - He focuses on what truly benefits the company.
-  Innovative solutions  - The WhatsApp integration and AI Voice Agent were gamechangers.
-  Proactive mindset  - He actively seeks improvements and opportunities.

He really thinks along with you and builds systems that move your business forward. Not just a service provider, but a partner 😊 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Gijs Bodenstaff - Local SEO / GEO Specialist & AI Expert could have done differently?

I think there is little Gijs could have done differently. They were extremely professional and results-oriented. Perhaps a little more focus on sharing the 'behind-the-scenes' of the implementation, so that we understand even better what is happening under the hood. But that is more of a 'nice-to-have'. All in all, the collaboration was great.