SEO

We’ve all heard about search engine optimization (SEO), but what about search engine de-optimization? In one Search Off The Record episode, Martin Splitt, Gary Illyes, and Lizzi Sassman discussed de-optimization – the process of taking a page off SERPs. The goal of deoptimization is ranking the page that is most likely to attract qualified traffic

SEO product managers are the teammates you never knew you needed. In-house SEO teams also can’t live without them.  In this article, we will cover what an SEO product manager does, the skills needed to become one, and where the role sits within the organization. What is an SEO product manager? At a high level,

Don’t lie. Show of hands.  How many times have you uttered the following in the last year alone?  “I can’t find any good writers.” “No one can create content as well as me.” “Content marketing / SEO doesn’t work in our niche.” “That agency just doesn’t understand our unique POV.” “I can’t publish more than

SEO content writing, what exactly is it? And how does it differ from typical content writing? Is SEO content writing better than more traditional content writing? In this article, we’ll answer these questions and a lot more. You’ll learn: The key difference between SEO content writing and content writing The difference between SEO content writing

Google’s jaw-dropping sponsored post campaign for Chrome In 2012, Google – a search engine known for fighting against paid links and “thin” content – seemed to be behind a campaign that generated both on behalf of its Chrome browser. A search for [This post is sponsored by Google] returned more than 400 pages, written apparently as part

Happy New Year! Welcome to the first installment of what will be a daily, ongoing feature here on Search Engine Land in 2023 – This day in search marketing history. Search Engine Land has been the publication of record for all things search and search marketing since launching in 2006. And the founders of that

This year had different stresses accompanying the Google algorithm updates, fewer pandemic stresses, and more recession-related stress. We had ten confirmed Google algorithm updates this year, the same number of confirmed algorithm updates we had in 2021. This year, we had a brand new ranking system named the helpful content update, and we had two

Since Search Engine Land launched, we have given SEO experts a platform to share their in-depth knowledge and timely insights – with the goal of helping you solve problems, manage challenges and understand the constantly shifting SEO landscape. That’s why one of my top priorities this year was to help relaunch the Search Engine Land

Since Search Engine Land launched, we have given PPC experts a platform to share their in-depth knowledge and timely insights – with the goal of helping you solve problems, manage challenges and understand the constantly shifting landscape of paid search, paid social and display. That’s why one of my top priorities this year was to

As 2022 proved once again, SEO is never boring.  Was 2022 the year of AI – or perhaps the official dawning of the age of AI? For the last month, it’s been hard not to read about or avoid the temptation to spend hours playing with ChatGPT.  We also had our usual share of algorithm

GA4, everyone’s favorite new Google Google Analytics product, will now let you use the Migrator for Google Analytics Google Sheets add-on tool to recreate many of your Universal Analytics properties into a GA4 property. You can also personalize the content on your home page to make what’s shown more relevant. Let’s take a look. Why

2022 was a wild ride and we’re not just talking about NyQuil chicken or the slap heard ‘round the world at the Oscars. The digital marketing world was inundated with a new Chief twit, old platforms making comebacks (enter Microsoft), and more campaign automation features then we really care for. As the year comes to

Just in time for the holidays, Google has reported a Feeds issue in Merchant Center. The following is a screenshot from the status dashboard. Why we care. This issue could affect your product feed. Keep an eye on the dashboard for a resolution. Postscript: The issue was resolved at Dec 23, 2022 9:40 AM UTC. Add

On January 20, 2023, Google will update its Dangerous Products and Services and Healthcare and Medicines ads policies to allow for the promotion of FDA-approved pharmaceuticals containing cannabidiol (CBD) and topical, hemp-derived CBD products with THC content of 0.3% or less in California, Colorado, and Puerto Rico.  Why we care. If you’re a brand or advertiser for CBD

When you go to the Google homepage, you’ll most likely know what you’re about to type into the search box – whether you’re checking in on the weather forecast, looking for a business or service, or want to find out where you recognize that actor from. (Unless you’re “feeling lucky,” that is.) You enter a word

Most SEO experts are still afraid to publish their success stories, with a few notable exceptions.  Many are simply unable to share their work even when it’s successful. How can SEOs stop practicing “ghost optimization”?  Before we dive into this question, let’s look at the reasons for the ongoing secrecy and still prevailing negativity among

Since its initial release in 2016, TikTok has become the fastest-growing social media platform. If you’re looking to learn more about the popular short-form video app and how your brand can use it, you’ve come to the right place. We read TikTok’s creator guidelines and newsroom documentation, so you don’t have to.  In this article,

Creating a loyalty marketing strategy is critical to understanding that every customer is unique. Every member has different needs, preferences, communication channels, behavior and emotions. Approaching all these unique members as one via mass communication is a big mistake when trying to scale your business. Segmenting your customers is critical to your success. But what