search engine optimization

  1. Shawn Gossman

    AI is going to hurt Organic SEOs...

    I have a feeling AI is going to hurt us organic SEOs even more. Here's my theory: Searchers are already using AI results on search engines to get their questions answered. They're skipping linked results more and more which is the organic listings that lead to our blogs - the content we've...
  2. Shawn Gossman

    Search Intent

    What do you think about search intent? Search Intent is the goal a user has when using a search engine. The most common types of Search Intent include informational, commercial, navigational and transactional. Search intent is said to be an important factor for SEO. Is this a tactic that you...
  3. Shawn Gossman

    What are you using for blog keyword research?

    What tools and services are you using for blog and keyword research? What do you like the most about them? What do you dislike the most about them? How important is blog keyword research to you as a blogger?
  4. Shawn Gossman

    Quality Content will never change...

    Out of all the algorithm changes search engines will go with, quality content is a factor that will never change. Does anyone disagree? I mean, I think as long as we write the best content we can, we'll do better in search. What do you think?
  5. Shawn Gossman

    Optimizing Blog Posts for SEO

    SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is essential for driving organic traffic to your blog. Keyword Research: Identify relevant keywords and use them naturally in your content, including in the title, headings, and body. Meta Descriptions: Write compelling meta descriptions that include your main...
  6. Shawn Gossman

    Search Engine Optimization Tips

    Keyword Research: Use tools like Google Keyword Planner, Ahrefs, or SEMrush to find high-traffic, low-competition keywords. On-Page SEO: Optimize titles, headers, meta descriptions, alt text for images, and URLs. Backlink Building: Reach out to other websites for guest blogging opportunities...
  7. Shawn Gossman

    Essential SEO Plugins for Your Blog

    SEO plugins can simplify the process of optimizing your blog for search engines. Tools like Yoast SEO, All in One SEO Pack, and Rank Math offer features such as keyword optimization, readability analysis, and XML sitemaps, helping you improve your blog’s visibility and performance. Which SEO...
  8. Shawn Gossman

    Blog SEO Top 10 Ways to Build Backlinks for a Blog in 2024

    Backlinks remain one of the most important factors for improving your blog’s search engine ranking and driving organic traffic. Building a strong backlink profile requires strategic effort and a focus on quality over quantity. Here are the top 10 ways to build backlinks for your blog in 2024...
  9. Shawn Gossman

    Blog SEO 10 Ways to Use SEO to Gain More Blog Followers

    Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a critical component for bloggers looking to grow their audience and increase their blog's visibility. By optimizing your blog for search engines, you can attract more organic traffic and convert visitors into loyal followers. Here are ten effective ways to...
  10. Shawn Gossman

    Mastering SEO: Boosting Your Blog’s Visibility

    SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is vital for driving organic traffic to your blog. By optimizing your blog posts for search engines, you can increase your visibility and attract more readers. Start by conducting keyword research to identify relevant keywords for your blog topics. Incorporate...
  11. Shawn Gossman

    Biggest SEO tips?

    What top 3 tips would you give to a new blogger concerning SEO? Mine are: 1. Don't overuse your keyword. If Yoast says you haven't put it in enough, it's okay, you can ignore that metric. 2. Put value before anything regarding SEO 3. Be careful what websites you link to. If they are being...
  12. Shawn Gossman

    What's your favorite SEO plugin

    There are a few plugins available for WordPress SEO. To name a few, there are Yoast, Rank Math, and others. Do you have a preference and if so, what is it and why?
  13. Shawn Gossman

    Does blog SEO matter to you?

    How much does blog SEO mean to you as a blogger? Is blog SEO something you are trying to achieve? Or is it something you don't really care about. Whether you cater to SEO or not, I want to know how you support your stance on it. Reply with how you feel about using blog SEO to increase...
  14. Shawn Gossman

    Blog SEO in 2023: What's New and What's Outdated?

    With search engine algorithms constantly evolving, it's essential to keep up-to-date. Share your latest findings, tools, and strategies for optimizing your blog in the current year. Are there any outdated SEO practices we should be aware of?
  15. Shawn Gossman

    What about everything else besides Google?

    Regarding the topic of SEO for our blogs, we always say Google this and Google that. What about other search engines? Bing, Yandex, Yahoo, DuckDuckGo, Ask, and so on. Are you trying to satisfy these search engines for SEO purposes of ranking your blog and its content? If you are, what are...
  16. Shawn Gossman

    Google has 200+ search engine ranking factors

    Have you ever heard about Google having 200 or more rank factors for its search engine algorithms? https://backlinko.com/google-ranking-factors Do you try to understand each of these factors? I feel like trying to learn each can help you improve at SEO. Even if you're not going to comply with...
  17. Shawn Gossman

    What's your blog SEO routine?

    How do you integrate search engine optimization into your blog and its content? Do you have a specific routine you use with every post? I typically do a routine myself Decide on the keyword Research the keyword Research competing content Find gaps in competing content to fill Write the...
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