In the weeks before Christmas, Google unrolled a series of “minor changes” that impacted SEO across the web. Many sites reported losing 20-30% of their traffic, leading to a flurry of analysis trying to figure out exactly what the Google update did. … [Read more...]
Pinterest SEO Tips and Checklist
September 20, 2017 by
SEO: the word on everyone’s lips. No longer are marketers the only parties worrying about Search Engine Optimization. From the smallest of startups to the vastest of powerhouses, we all need to use SEO to get in front of the people that … [Read more...]
What SEOs Need To Know About Google’s Mobile-First Index
July 24, 2017 by
If you haven’t heard webmasters and SEOs somewhat losing their shiz about this big new thing called mobile-first index, you haven’t been paying attention. It’s kind of a big deal. Let’s talk about why (and when its big deal-ness is going to hit us … [Read more...]
How To Build SEO BackLinks For Small, Local Businesses
May 27, 2017 by
Here’s one of my biggest pieces of advice for small business owners doing their own marketing: learn local link building. And, I’ll be honest, I often get groans at that. I can’t blame them, though. I know it sounds like link building for local … [Read more...]
Google Algorithm Updates: Penguin 4.0 & Possum
October 4, 2016 by
Google seems to be changing its algorithms on a regular basis which can be frustrating as a website owner and SEO. Recent updates include 'Google Penguin 4.0' and 'Google Possum.' This article takes a look at both of these updates and what you need … [Read more...]
13 Stupefying 2016 SEO Statistics
June 24, 2016 by
SEO Statistics Infographic Details: 1. According to a story on Search Engine Land, Google handles trillions of searches per year. But just how many trillions? It’s hard to say–Google hasn’t released an exact number but has only claimed that yearly … [Read more...]
SEO News: Prominence as a New Local SEO Ranking Signal
June 4, 2016 by
The introduction of local search listings was a huge change to Google’s search algorithm and finally gave small, local businesses the ability to beat out their huge, multi-national competitors. It was one of a few changes that put the emphasis of the … [Read more...]
Google Increases the Width of Search Results
June 3, 2016 by
Have you noticed the recent change in Google search results? The shift is subtle and some people might not even be seeing it yet. Instead of changing the algorithm, they have changed how the search results look. How have they changed? The two major … [Read more...]
Why Gifographics for SEO?
February 24, 2016 by
Information graphics or infographics have been used to visualize complex data and make difficult subjects more digestible, since the dawn of visual communication. Their popularity skyrocketed in recent years with the rise of social media. People love … [Read more...]
2016 SEO Predictions & Trends to Refine Your Strategies
February 15, 2016 by
Last year was packed with SEO changes and algorithm updates, and it appears 2016 is likely to follow that pattern. However, SEO industry observers tend to agree SEO is in an evolutionary cycle rather than a revolutionary one for the coming year. That … [Read more...]
