Metadata plays a crucial role in SEO by providing search engines with concise information about a webpage’s content. Elements like title tags, meta descriptions, and keywords help improve visibility, click-through rates, and ranking by making content more relevant and engaging to users and algorithms alike. Search Engine Journal contributor Helen Pollitt has published an article answering the question ‘How Does The Metadata On Photos Help Increase Rankings?’. She says, “In SEO, we talk about page titles, page descriptions, and other information in the <head> of the... [...]
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SEO is essential for improving website visibility, attracting organic traffic, and reaching the right audience. By optimizing content and structure, businesses can achieve higher search engine rankings, boosting credibility and long-term growth. The latest The SERP’s Up SEO podcast episode is titled ‘Who to hire for your SEO team (and beyond) & when’. The Wix team says, “When building your digital marketing team, how do you know who to hire, when to hire them, and what skills you should value? Wix’s Mordy Oberstein and Crystal Carter... [...]
SEO is essential for increasing website visibility, driving organic traffic, and reaching target audiences effectively. It helps businesses rank higher in search engine results, building credibility and boosting long-term growth. Search Engine Journal has published an article featuring six steps to maximize your SEO efforts. The SEJ team says, “Let’s explore how hosting affects your bottom line, identify common problems, and discuss what features you should look for to maximize your return on investment. 1. Start By Auditing Your Website’s Hosting Provider The wrong hosting provider can... [...]
A robots.txt file is a simple text file used by websites to communicate with web crawlers and search engine bots. It specifies which parts of a site should not be crawled or indexed, helping manage search engine traffic and protect sensitive or irrelevant content. Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the Search Off the Record podcast titled ‘How Robots.txt Works’. The GSC team says, “What is a robots.txt file and how does it impact website indexability? Join Martin Splitt on this Search Lightning Talk as he covers how robots.txt interacts with robots meta... [...]
Brand search volume refers to the number of times a brand’s name or related terms are searched on search engines. It reflects a brand’s popularity, awareness, and overall demand in the market. Search Engine Journal founder Loren Baker has published a case study ‘Drive Over 150K A Month In Brand Search Volume’. He says, “Brand traffic converts at a higher rate, has better organic click-through-rates, and seems to have a positive impact on non-brand organic ranking. But building your brand on the SERPs is time consuming… What if you could increase your brand search volume... [...]
Ahrefs contributor has answered the question ‘Is Your PPC Strategy Sabotaging Your SEO?’ based on a 2.3 million keywords study. He says, “We analyzed ~2.3 million keywords with ~4.99 million top ads to see how frequently businesses advertise on keywords where they already have an organic ranking in the top 10 positions. Here are some of the key statistics: 37.9% of advertised websites already rank in the top 10 organically for the same keyword. This indicates that a significant portion of businesses are paying for ads when they already have visibility for that term. When... [...]
The search landscape is undergoing a major revolution with the rise of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT Search, Perplexity, and Microsoft Copilot, reshaping how users engage with search results. With 90% market share, ensuring your website remains visible on Google remains a challenge. Search Engine Journal is hosting a webinar ‘Mastering AI Overviews For Greater Search Visibility’ on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 2.00 pm ET. The SEJ team says, “Join our upcoming webinar as Botify and DemandSphere dive into a detailed analysis of 120,000 Google queries, uncovering critical... [...]
WooCommerce SEO optimizes online stores for search engines, improving visibility and attracting targeted traffic to products. It involves refining product descriptions, meta tags, site speed, and user experience to enhance rankings and conversions. Search Engine Journal has published ‘WooCommerce SEO: The Definitive Guide For Your Online Store’. Corey Morris says, “WooCommerce SEO is unique because it is within WordPress. Much of what you’ll do to optimize a WooCommerce ecommerce site falls in line with what you’d do for a WordPress site overall. Overall, SEO-friendly benefits... [...]
Orbit Media Studios has published a new video ‘Keyword-First vs Topic-First Content: The Two Ways to do SEO’ featuring Andy Crestodina. The Orbit Medi team says, “By the end of this short video, you’ll see the difference clearly and you’ll know, in that moment of truth before you write a single word, which mode you’re in. Are you an SEO focused on keywords? Or are you a content strategist focused on the reader. No judgment. Just a clear-sighted, practical look at these two approaches to content, to search engine optimization, keyword research and content marketing.“ Orbit... [...]
This is a reminder for the SEJ webinar to be held on December 4, 2024. In 2025, SEO will be shaped by AI advancements, focusing on personalized, context-driven search experiences. With voice search and visual search gaining popularity, optimizing for diverse content formats and user intent will be critical for effective digital visibility. Search Engine Journal is hosting a webinar ‘SEO In 2025: Your Top Key Trends, Priorities, And Challenges’ on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 2.00 pm ET. The SEJ team says, “Join us as we dive into exclusive survey data from... [...]