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    Testing Google Stacks & Cloud Stacks: See the Impact on Local Rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 13:36


     In this episode, we dive into our latest SEO experiment testing the power of Google Stacks and Cloud Stacks to enhance local SEO rankings. For a month, we optimized a series of interlinked Google and cloud-hosted properties, all designed to boost visibility for a towing company in Tallahassee. From Google Drive, Docs, and Maps to cloud platforms like AWS and Firebase, we crafted a web of connections aimed at reinforcing location and service-specific keywords. We'll unpack the strategy, the setup, and the results—especially how these stacks impacted long-tail keywords and local search visibility. Tune in to discover how stacking can level up local rankings and help dominate niche markets!

    Enhance Local SEO w/ AI Content, On-Page SEO & Competitor Insights: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 20:35


    Highlights From Episode 10 - The SEO Mad Scientist: The episode explores the impact of AI-generated content on Google Business Profile (GBP) rankings, highlighting a test where AI-created landing page content significantly influenced local SEO performance.A detailed analysis reveals the role of competitor parity and domain changes in SEO strategies, showing how these factors affect rankings and the importance of content structure and headings.The findings emphasize actionable insights and tips, including optimizing content beyond competitor metrics, understanding the importance of organic and local SEO alignment, and the impact of on-page updates on search engine visibility. Read the full GBP Landing Page Onsite Test here: https://web20ranker.com/seo-test/google-business-profile-website-url-impacts/

    How On-Page SEO Impacts Local Rankings & Listing Impact on Organic Rank: SEO Mad Scientist Episode 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 20:58


    Highlights From Episode 9 - The SEO Mad Scientist: Mike explained how the team structured the test website and GBP listings to measure the impact of landing page optimization.He discussed the crucial role of AI-generated content and semantic optimization in enhancing content relevance and search results.Mike emphasized the unexpected yet substantial impact of small business-related keywords and brand terms on website rankings and local SEO performance. Read the full GBP Landing Page Onsite Test here: https://web20ranker.com/seo-test/google-business-profile-website-url-impacts/

    Correlation Between Rankings, Keywords, Citations & Custom Signals: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 25:23


    Highlights From Episode 8 - The SEO Mad Scientist: The team delves into the significant impact of custom signals on search engine rankings, shedding light on the key factors driving their effectiveness in boosting website visibility. They explore the crucial correlation between on-page content and off-page signals, emphasizing the importance of aligning these elements for improved SEO performance. The discussion on soundproofing services within the context of insulation provides valuable insights into the nuanced relationship between keywords, services offered, and search engine rankings.

    How On-Page SEO Impacts Local Rankings: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 23:32


    Highlights From Episode 7 - The SEO Mad Scientist: The hosts Mike and Lasha discussed the intriguing results of their recent on-page SEO test.They revealed the significant impact of keyword-rich headings on local rankings and map rankings.Additionally, they explored actionable strategies for optimizing website content and maximizing SEO effectiveness.

    What's Ranking in Local - Branding, Signals, PBNs & Map Embeds?: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 44:46


    Highlights From Episode 6 - The SEO Mad Scientist: As Mike, Alex, and Danielle discussed, the custom signals test on Danielle's insulation business revealed a significant impact on rankings, with competitor links and optimized listings playing crucial roles.They also highlighted the importance of building a strong brand presence in conjunction with SEO efforts, citing the cumulative effect of various brand properties and references.Additionally, they explored the synergy between SEO strategies and other digital marketing channels like Facebook ads and PPC campaigns, emphasizing the potential for integration to enhance overall online performance. SEO Discussion: Mike Milas + Alex C. Barr + Danielle Windsor 0:00 Introduction 00:48 Signals Test Update 07:33 Testing Signals Locally 14:17 Branding and Ranking Correlation 11:06 Tracking keywords & call sources 17:45 Inner Pages and Rankings Correlation 22:13 What's in our SEO testing library 26:13 PBN and Map Embed Updates 32:33 Impact of Google Updates 37:40 Citation Impact on Local Rankings 42:27 Ranking Organically v in Maps 44:00 Conclusion

    SEO Test Results for Pushing Local Rankings: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 48:05


    Highlights From Episode 5 - The SEO Mad Scientist: Mike and Alex delved into cutting-edge techniques for maximizing on-page SEO, emphasizing the importance of structured lists, headings, and long-tail keywords in boosting website visibility.They shared insights regarding the significant impact of multimedia content, particularly YouTube videos and Google Earth, on search engine rankings.They discussed exclusive findings from various SEO tests, including a GMB map embed test, providing listeners with valuable insights into the effectiveness of different strategies and techniques. SEO Discussion Mike Milas + Alex C. Barr 0:00 Introduction 04:16 Exploration of on-page optimization strategies 08:56 Influence of YouTube Videos and Google Earth on ranking 12:06 Impact of Structured Lists and Headings on SEO 16:03 The Role of Long-Tail Keywords and Citations on rankings 22:04 GMB Map Embed Test 27:30 Impact of PBN Links and Map Embeds 30:43 Testing the Influence of Anchor Text Links 36:14 Testing Backlink Impact on Local Rankings 40:00 The Value of SEO Compared to Paid Advertising 45:00 The Importance of Testing and Taking Data

    SEO Test Updates from Our New SEO Testing Library: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 43:10


    Highlights From Episode 4 - The SEO Mad Scientist: In this episode, Mike and the team revealed the launch of our new testing library, housing all the SEO tests we've been running.They emphasized the significance of relevant website content for improving SEO rankings, offering insights into crafting compelling content tailored to target audiences.They uncovered intriguing parallels between Click-Through Rate (CTR) and link building impacts, offering insights into optimizing online presence to drive higher CTRs and improve SEO performance. SEO Discussion Mike Milas + Sophie Allen + Alex C. Barr + Lasha Letiia: 0:00 Introduction 01:14 Launch of our testing library 01:50 Recap of the YouTube test and initial observations of ranking movements 06:07 Service Area Business vs. Non-Service Area Business 07:29 Impact of link building strategies on local rankings 11:51 Recap of recent GBP map embed test results 14:09 Similarities between CTR and link building impacts 16:03 GBP suspension due to engagement manipulation. 18:33 Getting instant verification using Google Guide accounts 22:06 Custom signals test results 24:01 Importance of Relevant Content in your website 27:02 Updates on the tests we did on Geo, Niche, and Brand Networks 31:35 Testing On-Page Optimization 42:34 Conclusion  

    Can You Improve Rankings with Mini Networks? The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 21:02


    Highlights From The Episode: In this episode, Mike and Alex delve into the concept of mini networks and their role in revolutionizing SEO strategies.They offer a detailed comparison between mini networks and traditional web 2.0 networks, shedding light on the unique advantages and benefits that mini networks offer.Tune in to discover actionable strategies for leveraging mini networks to achieve significant improvements in keyword rankings and overall search engine visibility. SEO Discussion with Alex: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 What are Mini Networks? 04:02 Benefits of Mini Networks 06:03 Testing Mini Networks 08:13 Results of the Test 10:32 Effectiveness of Brand Networks 12:54 Building and Leveraging Mini Networks 13:13 Mini Networks vs. PBN Map Embeds 19:04 How to Get Mini Networks 20:39 Conclusion

    Push Rankings w/ YT Geo Tags, Driving Directions, & Maps Links: SEO Mad Scientist Podcast Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 32:33


    Highlights From The Episode: In the episode, Mike, Sophie, and Alex dissected recent Google algorithm changes, highlighting their impact on website rankings and optimization strategies.They shared practical tips on optimizing meta descriptions and using location tags for improved local SEO performance.Also, they discussed ethical considerations in SEO, emphasizing the importance of integrity and outlining guidelines for sustainable success in digital marketing. SEO Discussion with Sophie and Alex: 00:00 Introduction 02:33 New testing library launching soon 03:57 Google changes metadata practices 10:22 Location tags, driving directions & links in YouTube videos 18:07 Geo-relevance and Google Earth links 20:43 Testing brand links and mini networks 21:16 Ranking impact of SAB vs physical address 26:27 Ethics of buying reviews and negative SEO 34:34 Conclusion and farewell

    Press Tests & YouTube Signals for Stronger Local Rankings: The SEO Mad Scientist Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 36:12


    Highlights From The Episode: As Mike and Sophie discussed, the podcast is now SEO Mad Scientist, focusing on data-driven testing for real SEO results.They highlighted updates to the dashboard and tools, aiming for seamless integration for user convenience.They stressed the importance of strategic testing, sharing insights from press release and YouTube video ranking tests. Understanding interlinking and anchor text, they emphasized, is crucial for effective SEO. SEO Discussion: 00:00 Introduction 02:20 Updates on Dashboard and Tools 04:45 Press Test Review 14:45 Testing YouTube Videos for Local Rankings 19:18 Observations So Far 25:11 Interlinking and Anchor Text Test 31:15 Importance of Granular Testing 35:37 Conclusion

    Shifting to SEO Testing Focus + New Schema & Proximity Test: SEO Vault Episode 225

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 45:26


    Highlights From The Episode: Mike, Sophie, and Alex delve into various SEO tests we have conducted, including:Local proximity testYouTube strategy for local rankingsAnchor text of local for geographical relevanceThey also discuss advanced techniques such as:Domain authority stackingEntity stackingUse of terms like link wheels and broken link wheels.They show the importance of defining terms in SEO and the relevance of different contexts. SEO Discussion: 0:00 Introduction 03:08 Cross linking and Google stacking tests in the Local Proximity Test 09:29 Testing the Anchor Text of Local for Geographical Relevance 13:14 Discussion on Correlation vs Causation 23:41 Schema Markup and Topical Relevance 31:59 Difference between white label and arbitrage 35:05 Importance of relevance and context in SEO 44:14 Upcoming tests and video recaps 45:06 Closing remarks

    AI's Role in the Future + New Tools & Trainings for 2024: SEO Vault Episode 224

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 49:17


    Highlights From The Episode: Mark, Mike, and Sophie dive into the latest AP program and dashboard updates, unveiling tier discounts and signup notifications.Explore the impact of AI on search and Google's future moves, while tackling the smart home privacy debate.Question Google's tech trajectory and embrace the importance of taking shots and learning from failure. SEO Discussion: 00:00 Introduction 02:08 Tiered discounts coming back to APP 06:15 Upcoming Valentine's Day Sale  09:32 Better campaign recommendations with our new tool 17:35 Training plan updates for 2024 21:04 Google's AI-powered Chrome update 28:55 The Role of AI in Reviews and Local Search 32:18 Smart Home Automation with AI & Privacy  40:41 Google's successes and failures in recent years 45:47 Closing Remarks Recent SEO News: Why Google May Rank AI-Generated Content Over Original NewsGoogle Launches AI-Powered Chrome Update For More Personalized Experience

    How AI Integrations Impact You + SERP Changes & Content v Links SEO Test: SEO Vault Episode 223

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 44:57


    Highlights From The Episode: Mike and Sophie divulge invaluable insights into the evolution of the SEO mindset.Unravel the mysteries behind recent Google updates, including the introduction of the new phone number button in search results.Explore how technologies like ChatGPT and the Rabbit AI device are revolutionizing the SEO industry. SEO Discussion: 0:00 Introduction 01:10 Mindset in SEO 04:14 Dashboard developments with the Algomatic & Free APP Level 10:01 Content and On-Page vs. Links SEO Test 14:02 Click to Call Button Redesign in Search Results 18:09 Google Testing Snippets for Product Listings and Local Images 19:50 How AI in Search Impacts You 33:31 Rabbit AI Device 40:07 Future Implications of AI Integration Recent SEO News: Google Showing New Phone Number Buttons For Some Search ResultsPoll: 60% Of SEOs Are Worried About The Impact Of Google SGEGoogle confirms a search ranking bug where sites disappear from search results over the weekend

    Better Understand SEO Campaigns w/ Algorithm Annotations & Robust Data Views: SEO Vault Episode 222

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 39:17


    In episode 222, Mike and Sophie discuss real life uses for custom GPTs, the importance of data visualization and the benefits data views bring to SEO analysis.. Web 20 Ranker (Nate) is continuing to build out new features to the dashboard with a big update on the horizon - overlaying algo updates, product purchases, and custom annotations over Google Search Console data. Mike then discusses his recent deep dive into our Custom Signals test, the impact of citations on local rankings, and interesting insights we plan to test in the future. They also explore the new free APP level launching soon, which will be the centralized location for tools and resources. Finally, they touch on AI advancements and the exciting year of SEO tests ahead.

    Google Notes Testing Updates, Robust Data Integration & Major Volatility: SEO Vault Episode 221

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 44:03


    Highlights From The Episode: In this episode, Mike and Sophie discussed the evolving landscape of Google Notes, emphasizing its potential as a viable platform for content discovery and expressing Mike's interest in finding high-volume note sites for further exploration.They introduced AlgoMatic, our backlink analysis tool in testing, set to revolutionize SEO by simplifying the reverse engineering of competitors' linking strategies.They highlighted Google's shift to longer search snippets, urging marketers to adapt for increased visibility in search results. SEO Discussion with Sophie: 0:00 Introduction 0:44 Annual SEO Testing Report 01:21 Launch of testing library 05:20 Data integration & campaign analytics dashboard 10:50 Q1 webby on February 26th 13:50 User-generated content with Google Notes 16:00 Content types in Google Notes 20:23 Google Notes test update 22:19 Longer SERP snippets being tested 24:32 Social links in GBP listings 26:25 SERP volatility over New Year's Eve 34:52 Robust backlink analysis tool coming soon 42:49 Conclusion Recent SEO News: Google Notes Feature Sending Emails With StatisticsGoogle Tests Longer Search Result Snippets AgainGoogle New Year's Eve Search Algorithm UpdateGoogle Reiterates: We Have Changes Coming To Deal With Search SpamGoogle Local Ranking Algorithm Update On January 4th (Unconfirmed)

    Local Engagement Signals & Quick Holiday Updates: SEO Vault Episode 220

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 23:29


    Highlights From The Episode: In this episode, Mike and Sophie spill the beans on our exciting new service – Local Engagement Signals. Discover how this game-changing addition can enhance your campaigns and make a lasting impact on local search results.Mike Milas shares insights into the upcoming 2024 tests, including single variable on-page factors, advanced schema and markup experiments, and the power of premium citations.Mike and Sophie delve into recent SERP volatility, share observations on open and closing signals on Google My Business, and explore how these changes might impact your SEO efforts. SEO Discussion with Sophie: 0:00 Introduction 04:31 Save up on SEO in the daily deals during our year-end sale 06:35 Introduction to our new service - local engagement signals 12:03 Learn about content optimization in Mark's upcoming webinar 13:33 SEO testing on on-page factors, e.g meta descriptions, images, image metadata, schema on single variable levels 18:39 SERPs volatility in Google after spam attack  23:49 Closing remarks Recent SEO News: Google Search Overwhelmed By Massive Spam AttackConfirmed: Google Local Search Algorithm "Openness" Now Stronger SignalGoogle Search Having Indexing Issues - Confirmed

    New AI Trainings, Press SEO Tests & Other Updates: The SEO Vault Episode 219

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 47:36


    Highlights From The Episode: In this episode, the team introduces Mike's revolutionary AI training designed to boost productivity. They also unveil a handy social media tool for seamless content generation and scheduling.The discussion covers topics like the impact of press on rankings, the launch of an SEO testing library featuring mad scientist tests, and significant updates to Monthly GBP and Managed SEO campaigns. SEO Discussion with Mark and Sophie: 0:00 Introduction 2:28 Year End SEO Sale 03:15 Increase Productivity & Efficiency with Mike's new AI training 07:31 Social media tool for content generation and scheduling. 10:03 Google Analytics and Search Console dashboard integrations 16:15 Impact of press on rankings - brand recognition and authority. 21:13 SEO testing library launching with all mad scientist tests 25:04 Webinar on content optimization and the potential patent implications 34:34 Google Review update and Google algorithm changes  35:50 Major updates to our Monthly GBP and Managed SEO campaigns Recent SEO News: Google Local Notice When Review Posting Is Turned OffGoogle Things To Know Snippets & Results ExpansionGoogle November 2023 Reviews Update Completed After 29 Day Rollout

    Rank Higher Using Entities & Schema with Simon Cornelius: SEO Vault episode 218

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 60:46


    Highlights From The Episode: In this episode, we're joined by the brilliant Simon Cornelius, who unravels the first key highlight – the power of entities and schema. Simon takes us on a journey, revealing how these tools can become your SEO secret sauce, helping Google truly understand the essence of your website.Dive deep with hosts Mark and Mike as they showcase the seamless integration of a cutting-edge dashboard with Google Analytics and Search Console.The adventure continues as Simon guides us through connecting entities in Google's vast Knowledge Graph. Pro tips on reinforcing relationships between entities ensure you're armed with the knowledge to dominate the SEO landscape. SEO Discussion with Mark & Simon: 0:00 Introduction 01:44 Integration of our new dashboard w/ Google Analytics & Google Search Console 07:45 Entities and schema 12:39 Simplifying concepts to rank higher 23:27 Connecting Entities in Google's Knowledge Graph  29:09 How to connect entities in the Knowledge Graph with schema.zone 40:29 Reinforce the relationship of entities in the knowledge graph 57:50 Where to find Simon Recent SEO News: Google Search Algorithm Ranking Update Winter Blast ContinuesReport: Google Local Ranking Now Looks If A Business Is Open Or Closed (Business Hours)Google SGE Tests Export To Gmail & Google DocsBing Introduces Deep Search & Other AI Copilot Enhancements

    Press & SERP Notes SEO Tests + Product Improvements & More: SEO Vault Episode 217

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 27:46


    Highlights From The Episode: Explore the secrets behind the recent enhancements to our SEO products, promising not just an ascent in rankings but a complete paradigm shift. We also go through our recent SEO tests and the incorporation of Google Notes in SERPs.Exploring the power of Premium X (formerly Twitter), the hosts discussed how it goes beyond a standard social account, offering ad credits and valuable features to boost business exposure.Mike spills the beans on how AI extends beyond words, offering a sneak peek into the transformative potential of AI for images. SEO Discussion with Mark & Sophie: 0:00 Introduction 01:04 Improvements to our SEO products  05:39 Press SEO test conclusions  06:28 Google Notes - what we're testing  09:37 Unstructured citations with Notes 13:44 Benefits of Premium X (formerly Twitter) 15:18 Increasing exposure: Business Twitter accounts with ad credits 19:55 The future of the AI world & OpenAI 22:50 How Mike is pushing AI models 25:11 Handy AI image uses Recent SEO News: Google Local Photos Results With Heart & Other ReactionsGoogle November 2023 Core Update Finished Rolling Out

    Google Notes Live & Indexing + Crawler Changes & Power Of Press: SEO Vault Episode 216

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 26:57


    Highlights From The Episode: In this episode, Mark and Mike unveil the power of Google Notes. Discover how these notes are not only making waves in the SERPs but are also getting indexed, unlocking new possibilities for elevating your website's visibility and engagement.They break down the recent changes in Google's Site Crawler, providing valuable insights into the shifts that might impact your SEO strategy.They discuss a recent PR SEO Mad Scientist test showcasing the influence of press services in AI Generative Results. Find out how AP News and Yahoo Finance PRs are taking the lead in the world of AI-driven SEO. SEO Discussion With Mark: 0:00 Introduction 01:26 St. Jude's Donation from Black Friday sale 02:32 Create Data-Driven Content with Mark's new training 04:49 SEO Testing Library on the way 06:45 The power of press services in AI Generative Results 09:48 Google Notes Update: showing in SERPs (& indexing) 11:41 Changes in Google's Site Crawler 16:15 Google's Use of Big Data for Predictions 23:14 Revolutionizing your agency's content creation with our AI content tool 25:04 Closing Remarks Recent SEO News: Google notes feature indexable and showing in SERPsGoogle: No Estimate For Completion Of November Core & Reviews UpdatesGoogle Crawl Rate Setting Going Away & Googlebot To Lower Minimum Crawl SpeedGoogle Bard Can Now Understand YouTube Videos

    Crucial Components of Campaigns SEOs Often Overlook & Google Notes in SERPs: SEO Vault Episode 215

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 66:54


    Highlights From The Episode: Mark, Mike, and Sophie announce our Black Friday sale and promotion, including a grand prize named "A Thousand Moments with Mark."They provide insights into upcoming changes in the Web 2.0 Ranker dashboard, transforming it into a comprehensive experience with high-level integrations and additional features.The episode concludes with a discussion on the weaponization of DMCA notices, highlighting a case involving Lex Lumina PLLC. SEO Discussion with Mark and Sophie: Recent SEO News: Google Sues Over Fraudulent & Weaponized DMCA Takedown RequestsGoogle launches new personal search experience with follow button and personalized rankingGoogle Search Labs Adds Notes To Search Results

    Ranking Impact of Press Releases SEO Test, How to Find Authority Press & More: SEO Vault Episode 214

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 51:57


    Highlights From The Episode: The hosts delve deep into the intricacies of a press release strategy that not only boosted rankings but fundamentally transformed website traffic.Join the conversation as the hosts discuss Mark's expert tips on crafting content that goes beyond engagement. Learn how to claim digital dominance and elevate your content strategy to stand out in the crowded digital landscape.The hosts explore the impact of our new AI content tool, on accessibility and usability, providing a game-changing tool for your digital arsenal. SEO Discussion with Mark and Sophie: 0:00 Introduction to the SEO Vault 01:18 Details on the updates on our Press Release Services 03:18 SEO testing using our updated press services 10:25 Mark's new upcoming training on content planning training and its uniqueness 16:50 The dynamics of free and paid content 21:17 How to unlock the free content tool for the Agency Partnership Program (APP) program 38:47 The progress and features of the revamped Link Rec tool 42:56 The early bird offer of our upcoming Black Friday Sale 45:02 The November core update and its volatility. 50:20 Noting instances where authoritative sites don't provide helpful content. 51:55 Conclusion Recent SEO News: Google November 2023 Core Update Is Super Volatile & Super FastGoogle November 2023 Reviews Update Rolling Out

    AI Writing v. Human Content + Custom Signals SEO Test Update: SEO Vault Episode 213

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 72:57


    Highlights From The Episode Mark, Mike and Sophie delved into AI content tools, AI-generated rap, and the role of AI in different marketing strategies.They open up about client acquisition, SEO testing updates, and the latest SEO trends. Gain invaluable insights into transparent client engagement and effective SEO strategies. SEO Discussion with Mark and Sophie 0:00 Introduction to the SEO Vault 02:21 How to Unlock the NEW Tools Suite from Web 2.0 Ranker 07:07 Relaunching our Agency Partnership Program 18:23 Agency Accelerator with Mark (+ More BF Deals) 30:32 The importance of product positioning and sales systems 31:56 Impact of Custom Signal building: SEO Mad Scientist test update 40:23 Using GPT-4 and open-source LLMs 42:00 Increase efficiency with custom instructions in ChatGPT 45:32 Writing styles and the balance between storytelling and matter-of-fact content 55:36 Role of AI in different types of marketing 57:28 November core update (& other recent updates) 01:05:53 How AI will impact structured data and data-driven answers (Google's helpful content update) 01:09:17 AI's role in data-driven versus experiential content

    How To Best Leverage AI Content In All Aspects of Your Agency: SEO Vault Episode 212

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 46:57


    Highlights From The Episode: Mark and Mike explored how AI is revolutionizing marketing, with a focus on creating captivating content and eye-catching images using tools like Web 20 AI content tool.The hosts dissected the intricate world of SEO, covering core algorithm updates, the importance of CTR testing, and the complexities of international SEO.Mark and Mike offered a glimpse into the future of AI in design and marketing, highlighting AI's role in copywriting, the power of enthusiasm in sales, and the blending lines between AI and human-generated content. SEO Discussion with Mark: 0:00 Introduction 01:17 Meet the Web 20 AI Content Tool build for agencies 06:07 Dashboard and Core Algorithm Update 12:58 CTR Testing and Content-Length 24:29 Strategies to best use AI for content and emails 25:53 Internationalization and multilingual sites 27:25 Challenges in the SEO industry 35:47 Creating AI-enhanced content 40:31 The use of AI, particularly DALL-E, for creating images and graphics for various purposes 43:06 Future of AI in design and marketing Recent SEO News Google October 2023 Core Update Finished Rolling OutGoogle testing user generated images for product resultsGoogle About This Image Now Live With Recency Of Image, AI Details & More

    Are SEO Tools Price Gouging? + Relevancy v Links SEO Test, AI Images & More - SEO Vault Episode 211

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 54:53


    Highlights From The Episode: Mike and Mark delved into the transformative potential of AI-powered content creation, highlighting its ability to save time and generate high-quality, audience-focused content.The conversation turned to the intriguing world of AI-generated art, where Mike and Mark discussed its impact on artistic expression and creativity.The hosts provided insights into topical relevance testing, revealing its results and how it can help target audiences with precision. SEO Discussion with Mark: 0:00 Introduction 0:42 Halloween sale details 3:04 Details about our new AI content tool 9:21 Rebranding and Changing AI Landscape 10:37 The importance of value-added features in AI tools 12:36 Topical relevance testing and its results 20:22 Ahrefs and their pricing model 29:06 Conversations about legacy accounts, pricing changes, and the importance of treating legacy customers with care 31:12 AI in image creation 47:20 Thoughts on the value of AI-generated art and its impact on artistic expression Recent SEO News Google October 2023 Core Update Finished Rolling OutGoogle Local Pack Tests Card Design For Reviews, Menu & MoreGoogle Places 'Shop All Deals' Banner In The Search ResultsGoogle October 2023 Spam Update Finished Rolling Out

    Uncover Success Secrets In Branding, SEO Testing, And Podcasting With SEO Vault 210

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 51:17


    Highlights From The Episode: Mark, Mike, and Sophie take you on an exciting journey through the realms of SEO, branding, and podcasting.The trio emphasized the importance of transparency in SEO practices, illustrating how it can build trust with clients, attract more business, and nurture lasting client relationships. SEO Discussion With Mark Luckenbaugh & Sophie Allen 0:00 Introduction 01:49 Halloween sale discussion 03:52 Q4 Webinar Recap 07:04 Discussion on the impact of digital brand building on rankings. 13:09 SEO Mad Scientist Update: Ongoing topical relevance testing for content. 16:15 Content Generation tools 18:35 New PR tests and the effectiveness of press releases for SEO. 34:30 Emphasis on the importance of SEO testing for insights into effective strategies. 35:35 Discussion on the benefits of transparent SEO practices for building client trust. 36:12 Importance of effective sales strategies and providing clients with clear roadmaps. 36:43 Challenges in maintaining client relationships, including changing account managers. 49: 47 Failing Forward in SEO Recent SEO News Check your business attributes – there are reports of Google auto-updating theseAd serving and spending bugs reported recently, so check your ad accounts!

    Unlocking The Power Of AI: Revolutionizing Content Creation And Strategies In SEO Vault 209

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 58:43


    In this episode of the SEO vault, we dive deep into the world of AI-powered content creation with Mike, Mark, and Sophie. Join us as we discuss the impact of AI content tools, their potential in SEO, and their role in affiliate marketing. Discover how AI-generated content is changing the game and explore the ethical considerations surrounding its use. Plus, stay tuned for a fascinating discussion on the rise of deepfake audio technology. If you're curious about the future of content creation and the influence of AI content tools, this episode is a must-watch! Don't miss out on the insights and predictions from industry professionals.

    How to Streamline Content Creation & Leverage AI for SEO with AI Content Tools: SEO Vault 208

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 50:39


    In this insightful podcast episode, join us for a deep dive into the world of AI content tools and their game-changing impact on SEO. Our experts Mark, Mike, and Nate discuss everything from the rarity of major Google updates to the evolution of AI content tools beyond mere novelty. They reveal how these tools can revolutionize your content strategy, streamline content creation, and supercharge your SEO campaigns. Discover why a comprehensive content plan is crucial, and how AI can help you generate diverse content types, from blog posts to press releases, efficiently. The conversation also touches on the pricing pitfalls of some AI tools and the need for fairness in this dynamic space. If you're an SEO enthusiast, content creator, or marketing professional, this podcast episode is a must-listen

    Harness the Power of AI & Revolutionize Customer Support with AI Chatbots: The SEO Vault Episode 207

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 33:10


    Welcome to Episode 207 of The SEO Vault! In this episode, Mike Milas teams up with Nate Fischer to dive deep into the world of AI chatbots and how they're reshaping the business landscape. Unlock the full potential of AI chatbots in this episode - we walk through the game-changing innovations and tools that can take your business to the next level. Mike and Nate kick things off by highlighting the versatility of AI chatbots. From improving customer support to supercharging lead generation and appointment scheduling, these bots can do it all. But here's the kicker – they're not just for tech giants. Discover how even local businesses like roofers and plumbers can harness the power of AI to their advantage. Nate Fischer, a seasoned software developer, provides valuable insights into the intricate world of content vectorization. You'll learn how to turn written content into actionable knowledge that your AI chatbots can use effectively. Plus, find out why context matters when it comes to delivering the right answers to user queries. Get an exclusive sneak peek into Lindabot, the revolutionary AI chatbot Nate has worked on. Lindabot isn't your average chatbot; it's a powerhouse that can handle lead qualification, appointment scheduling, and more. With Lindabot by your side, you'll experience a new level of efficiency and customer engagement.

    The SEO Vault Episode 206: Mastering the Sprint Model with Ryan Stewart

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 43:20


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Ryan Stewart (special guest) Highlights From The Episode: We had a special guest, Ryan Stewart, the CEO of WEBRIS and the mastermind behind the SEO Blueprint Training book, as well as the owner of Ryan Stewart Consulting.Mike and Ryan discussed three foundational sprints that are essential to getting results for clients and ensuring they keep coming back for more valuable content.They talked about delivering value to their clients, rather than offering everything under the sun for a whole year. SEO Discussion with the Guest 0:58 How Ryan got started with SEO. 05:33 The focus shifted to the importance of client-centric SEO, exploring how this approach differs from traditional strategies. 13:18 Unlocking the Value of the Sprint Model: Agency Structure 16:28 Client Expectations and Goldman Sachs Sales Process: Conversion Insights 21:40 How a new agency can start niching down. 24:37 Adapting to Changing Search Behaviors: Social Media and More 27:21 The Importance of Offering Quick ROI: Client-Centric Approach Recent SEO News Google SGE Drops Local Results (5 Local Pack)Google Fixed The Search Console Canonical URL Reporting BugGoogle: Content Quality Is Not About Typos But Overall QualityGoogle Local Negative Reviews Hack Leads To Harassment & Abuse Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Mike, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 205: Cracking the Code - Google's Algorithm Updates Decoded with Marie Ysais

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 40:08


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas, Mark Luckenbaugh, and Marie Ysais (special guest). Highlights From The Episode: We had a special guest, Marie Ysais, from SEO Algo Secrets. Discover the secrets behind the algorithm changes and how they've evolved over time.Mike, Mark, and Marie decode the mysteries of SEO deficiencies and the intricate workings of Google's black box algorithm. From on-page factors to off-page elements, we're breaking down how even the smallest details can impact rankings and site performance.Marie shares her thoughts on AI content, its evolving role in SEO, and Google's perspective on it. From topically relevant entities to the ever-changing landscape of search engine rankings, this episode is packed with insights that could reshape your SEO strategies. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 0:38 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!The SEO Mad Scientist SEO Testing Library V2 will be rolling out, which will make it easier to navigate tests and have more information at your fingertips. SEO Discussion with the Guest 5:26 Discover how Marie's SEO journey started and why she's hooked on decoding Google's updates. 10:25 Unveil the mysteries behind SEO deficiencies and how Google's black box algorithm keeps us on edge. 14:15 Explore the evolution of SEO from backlinks to white hat strategies, including the importance of staying attentive to all elements. 23:45 Delve into the world of manual penalties and algorithmic changes, revealing the industry's summer chaos. 28:30 Unlock the power of topically relevant entities and their impact on site rankings. 32:00 Marie's take on AI content Recent SEO News: Google: Core Updates Do Not Impact Autocomplete Search PredictionsDon't Slow Your Website Down To Increase Time on Website - It's Not A Google Ranking FactorGoogle Updates PageSpeed Insights With Lighthouse 11Google Ranking Updates - Off The Record Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Mike, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 204: Damon Burton's SEO Strategy Anchored in Quality Problem-Solving Content

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 31:05


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Damon Burton, a special guest. Highlights From The Episode: We had a special guest Damon Burton, a prominent figure in the SEO industry. With a journey that began as a freelancer and evolved into an entrepreneur, Damon shares his insights into the power of quality content in SEO that he used to outrank two billion-dollar businesses on their branded queries.Victor engages in a dynamic conversation with Damon Burton, diving deep into the world of problem-solving content. Discover how Damon's approach to addressing audience pain points through intentional content creation has been the cornerstone of his success.Victor and Damon dive into the allure of storytelling in building brand loyalty and crafting resonant content. The conversation also highlights the meticulous attention Damon's team pays to detail, and how this approach sets them apart in the realm of SEO. SEO Discussion 0:46 How Damon got started with SEO. He started with two accounts that were in automotive retail and electronics manufacturing. 4:23 How he outranked two billion-dollar businesses, i.e. The Bachelor and SEMA show, on their branded queries. 10:15 How he and his team provide a value proposition to their clients by having quality content. 14:31 How to choose and pay SEO writers 21:47 Damon's process for writing his book “Outrank”. You can get a free version of this book at https://www.freeseobook.com. 28:58 Damon's final takeaway on content marketing. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 26:31 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!The Labor Day SEO sale starts next week.Mad scientist CTR manipulation tests have now been concludedThere are updates to the Local SEO course 3.0. Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 203: Rocking New Site Success and Building Site Authority with Bryan King

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 44:33


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Bryan King, a special guest. Highlights From The Episode: We were joined by a special guest, Bryan King, the project manager for services at the SMB Team. He shared strategies for maximizing content effectiveness on new sites and building site authority through savvy content approaches.Exciting updates were unveiled by Victor, including a revamped free SEO pricing calculator bundle and mind-bending mad scientist tests underway for Google's new search generative experience.Bryan and Victor also shared the freshest SEO news, including the game-changing ChatGPT New Web Crawler - GPTBot and the intriguing trend of disappearing reviews. SEO Discussion with the Guest 1:28 How he got started with SEO 9:50 How to maximize the effectiveness of available content for a new site. How to build the authority of your site using content. 16:35 Getting site authority on a limited budget. 21:47 How to pick out topics for content for your site using silos. 28:25 What's one thing that people mess up with SEO? Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 30:58 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!The FREE SEO Pricing Calculator Bundle is live. Completely revamped and updated, our bundle includes three downloads to help make pricing SEO easier and faster than ever before. Multiple resources will have you intelligently building cost models and efficiently pricing with calculator tools customized to your agency and SEO pricing model.New Mad Scientist tests: We're testing the new Google Search Generative Experience. 35:14 Recent SEO News OpenAI's ChatGPT New Web Crawler - GPTBotThere is a new wave of reviews being deleted. Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 202: Exploring Content Marketing and Business Valuation with Greg Elfrink

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 39:47


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Greg Elfrink, a special guest. Highlights From The Episode: We were joined by a special guest, Greg Elfrink, the head of marketing at Empire Flippers. He shared his inspiring journey, starting from working on an oil rig to venturing into affiliate marketing and freelance writing. He emphasizes the power of content marketing as a crucial strategy.Victor and Greg delved into the topic of accurately valuing your business, providing resources and tips to ensure a proper evaluation. Additionally, they shared strategies for achieving quick wins for new clients, helping agencies make a positive impact early on in their partnerships.They discussed effective strategies to scale operations, reach new markets, and handle increased demand for services while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:45 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!The FREE SEO Pricing Calculator Bundle is live. SEO Discussion with the Guest 2:40 How he started with his marketing journey; starting with working in an oil rig, getting into affiliate marketing, and freelance writing. 10:47 Effective client acquisition methods without cold calling 17:18 Where to learn about internet marketing on podcasts 20:12 How to grow your SEO agency 27:18 Resources on how to value your business correctly Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 201: Unraveling SEO's Client Retention and Local SEO Reporting with Roger Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 50:34


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Roger Ryan, special guest. Highlights From The Episode: We hosted a special guest with Roger Ryan, the owner of Raising Millionaires. He shared his inspiring journey from the Marines to becoming involved in SEO, particularly working for a non-profit organization.Victor discussed the introduction of our New Pricing Calculator bundle.Victor and Roger covered Google's categorization of reviews based on the type of reviewer, highlighting the importance of understanding how reviews impact search rankings. They also discussed the potential of generating quality content with the use of AI, shedding light on how artificial intelligence can be harnessed to enhance SEO strategies. Discussion with the Guest 1:01 Introduction: Where his journey began 10:42 How to position your offer for SEOs and maintain client retention 17:46 New projects Roger's working on financial security for your children. Raising Millionaires e-book here. 26:06 Investment opportunities for SEOs Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 30:51 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!The new Pricing Calculator bundle is live.It includes an updated calculator with customized pricing metrics for 4k+ GBP categories, a cost modeling tool, & roi-based calculator. 33:15 Recent SEO News Google Categorizes Reviews By Type Of Reviewer Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 200: Mastering SEO Holistically with Alex C. Barr for Client Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 53:22


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Alex C. Barr. Highlights From The Episode: We hosted a special guest, Alex C. Barr from GrowthFoundry. He discusses providing the best services for SEO clients through a holistic approach while focusing on high-value aspects that work best.Victor and Alex discussed recent SEO news, including Google's clarification on AI-generated content reception, the introduction of new content types for GBP to boost SERP rankings, updated URL structure guidelines, and a confirmed algorithm update expected this summer. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:04 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!CTR Tests ongoing with Manipulation for increasing GBP RanksNEW BLOG: Smarter Local SEO Pricing (with 4,000+ GBP Categories) 1:36 Q&A with the guest 31:26 Recent SEO News Google: AI Content Is Not By Default Well Received By Its AlgorithmsGoogle Clarifies URL Structure Guidelines With Supported CharactersGoogle: Expect A Confirm Google Algorithm Update This Summer Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 199: Unleashing the Power of Press Releases for SEO Domination

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 41:36


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Emily Chaffee. Highlights From The Episode: We had the pleasure of hosting a special guest, Emily Chaffee, our esteemed press department manager. Emily shared valuable insights into our press release process, the latest updates on various press products, and effective press strategies to boost search engine rankings.Victor and Emily talked about our new CTR Tests with Manipulation, a cutting-edge technique designed to elevate GBP.They explored how addressing confidence issues can impact the display of your site name, the importance of not disavowing backlinks if they were not purchased, and Google's advice against frequent changes to redirects whenever possible. 1:30 Q&A with the guest Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 25:24 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!NEW BLOG: The Comprehensive Guide to SEO Testing: An X-Files ApproachWe have a blog: The ultimate guide to press release SEO.CTR Test with Manipulation for increasing GBP Ranks is ongoing. Sign up for the weekend update to get these tests Recent SEO News 30:44 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google Might Not Showing Your Site Name Over A Confidence IssueGoogle John Mueller: If You Weren't Buying Links, Don't DisavowGoogle: Don't Change Your Redirects In A Week (If You Can Avoid It) Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 198: Cracking the Code of Anchor Text Ratios for SEO Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 53:29


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Igor Lebich. Highlights From The Episode: We had a special guest, Igor Lebich, our managed links department manager. He talked about his background in SEO of how he started out building affiliate sites in the music industry, then came to work in the managed links department at Web 2.0 Ranker.Victor and Igor gave tips on how to improve your link-building strategy and how Web 2.0 Ranker does this competitor analysis for clients. They announced that the grand prize winners for the 4th of July Sale have been chosen and emails sent out.They discussed some comments from Google, including No Ranking Factor Compensates For Missing Relevance and It Doesn't Matter If You Use Blog Folders For URLs & We're Not Wrong. They added that Google Business Profiles has dropped call tracking features. 2:25 Q&A with the guest   Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 16:18 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!NEW BLOG: How to Build the Perfect Anchor Text Ratios for SEOWe have sent out the emails for the grand prize winners from the 4th of July Sale!The Q3 webinar was on Monday - we will have a replay out shortly. Recent SEO News 29:47 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google's John Mueller: No Ranking Factor Compensates For Missing RelevanceGoogle: It Doesn't Matter If You Use Blog Folders For URLs & We're Not WrongBing Tests Search Result Listing Branded Side LabelsGoogle Business Profiles Drops Call Tracking Features SEO Q&A 45:35 I have a keyword "pros + target kw + city" that was used as an anchor. It represents 70% of my backlinks anchors or about 300 backlinks. My competitor's anchor text ratio is 80% branded or naked anchors. I'm sitting in positions 10-20 for money keywords. I would like to boost the rankings of this old site. Does using exact match anchors, even more, will affect negatively the rankings? and what would you do in my position? Thanks in advance for all your replies. Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 197: Demystifying Link Building Myths - Power of Branded Anchor Text

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 44:56


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Mike Milas. Highlights From The Episode: Victor and Michael shared updates on a Fourth of July sale and a mastermind event, as well as an upcoming webby focusing on accelerating SEO wins.They also discussed the importance of using branded anchor text in link building and how service pages should prioritize relevant information rather than keyword-specific anchor text.They also touched on topics such as AI-generated content, the end of support for sitemap pings by Google, and the potential impact of low-level DR0 links on site rankings, offering defense strategies. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:24 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!The 4th of July sale is ending today.This year we're changing up the prizes… top spenders will unlock access to a private IN-PERSON mastermind with Mark, Nate, and VictorQ3 Webby will be next Monday at 12 PM- Victor will discuss how to accelerate your SEO wins.NEW BLOG: 13 Link Building Myths that Hinder Your Rankings - Web 2.0 Ranker Recent SEO News 23:45 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google To Drop Support For Sitemaps Ping Endpoints In 6-MonthsGoogle Ads May Disapprove Ads For Using Third-Party Click TrackingGoogle Analytics UA 3 Still Collecting Data But Google Says Not For Long… SEO Q&A 31:21 We have a site where we are seeing more and more low-level (DR 0) links showing up. Mostly these links are to photos on the site. It's definitely having an effect on our site rankings. Is this some sort of new competitor attack? And if so, any suggestions on how to defend against it? I don't want to go disavow all these sites because I'm sure it will leave a huge hole in Google's graph, which would cause even more damage. Not sure how to handle this one... 35:50 How important is it to have accurate NAP on my website and other places where I build links? Our previous guy did some link-building after that we changed our location. So now I can't find him to edit them. What's the solution? 38:18 Linkbuilding: Do you use only one single link per post or do you use multiple links? Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 196: Mastering Holistic SEO - Content, Outreach, and Backlink Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 59:51


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Bohdan Krasuly. Highlights From The Episode: Bohdan's SEO journey: He started from his local SEO ventures in his home country to expand into the competitive US market. Through his own projects and client work, he honed his skills and eventually joined Web20Ranker, where he now manages the custom signals and link-building department.The hosts discussed the importance of using custom signals and backlinks to improve website rankings. They emphasized the need for a holistic approach, including quality content, outreach opportunities, and a mix of different backlink strategies.Victor and Bohdan discuss the importance of not solely relying on AI tools for SEO and the need to understand how they work. They also touch on the topic of Google prompting users to upgrade to performance max for Google Ads accounts. Victor and Bohdan discussed various topics including the use of Google's Performance Max for ad campaigns and the importance of relevant content on web pages for SEO ranking. SEO Discussion 2:19 Q&A with the guest Attracting High-Quality Backlinks Recent SEO News 46:03 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google Ads: Upgrade From Dynamic Search Ads To Performance MaxGoogle's Gary Illyes: Don't Use AI & LLMs To Diagnose SEO IssuesGoogle: Word Count For SEO & Google Rankings Is Not A Thing Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 53:33 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!4th of July sale coming up on Thursday, June 29th till Wednesday, July 5thThis year we're changing up the prizes… top spenders will unlock access to a private IN-PERSON mastermind with Mark, Nate, and VictorQ3 Webby will be on Monday, July 10th - Victor will discuss how to accelerate your SEO wins. Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 195: Demystifying Maps, Supercharging Blogs, and AI-Generated Site Structures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 63:11


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez, Mike Milas, and Vjosa Hajdini. Highlights From The Episode: Vjosa's SEO Background: Vjosa shares her experience in the SEO industry, starting almost a decade ago in content marketing and later joining Web20 Ranker. She implemented triage processes and reporting while working closely with clients as a liaison.The hosts emphasized improving SEO processes, understanding AI and search engines, and the impact of reviews on local SEO.The hosts discussed tracking leads, utilizing review platforms, the future of AI in review processing, and announced a Fourth of July sale by Web20 Ranker.Michael and Victor shared updates on the Web 2.0 Ranker brand, including a quarterly webinar, local SEO course, and Bing Chat's image recognition testing. They also explored AI's potential in generating videos, games, and NPCs, and briefly mentioned concerns about competitor abuse of Google's search quality feedback form. 1:20 Q&A with the Guest. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 27:10 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!4th of July sale coming up in 1 weekThis year we're changing up the prizes… top spenders will unlock access to a private IN-PERSON mastermind with Mark, Nate, and VictorQ3 Webby will be on Monday, July 10th - Victor will discuss how to accelerate your SEO wins.We launched the Local SEO 3.0 course last week.New blog about AI & Local SEO from Lasha. Recent SEO News 33:53 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Bing Chat Tests Image Recognition & Visual SearchJune 14th Google Search Ranking Algorithm Update & FluctuationsFinally: Google AdSense Integrates With Google Analytics 4Google Bard Gets Lens, Lens Detects Skin Conditions & Helps You ShopGoogle's New Search Quality Feedback Form SEO Q&A 49:44 I'm having trouble trying to rank the landing pages on a client's website for "keyword in city". The towns I'm targeting are all very small with sometimes 0 competition for that keyword. a lot of pages never even got indexedsome previously indexed pages are now starting to get de-indexedthe content was manually written (no AI content)URL structure: website.com/locations/city-name Does the "build a landing page for each location" approach still work in local SEO like it used to for new sites or was there a change that I am unaware of? I have a couple of old sites with that URL structure that I have successfully ranked with this approach and that are still ranking well, but I haven't built a new site like that in a while. Any feedback is appreciated. Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch the recording on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss the recording every Wednesday on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 194: Unleashing the Power of AI in SEO Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 57:27


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Victor Perez and Lasha Hetiia. Highlights From The Episode: Lasha and Victor discussed Lasha's experience in various roles in SEO and his addiction to AI tools like Chat GPT and ACO. Lasha also wrote an article about how AI can revolutionize Google Business Profile management by automating processes, analyzing data, and generating content.We discussed recent fluctuations in Google rankings and the addition of long-form videos to Google business profiles. Lasha did not see any unusual drops in rankings and Victor noted that the official guidelines still state that videos should be up to 30 seconds long.We also discussed various SEO topics, including the importance of adding videos to websites and the impact of TLDs on SEO. We talked about Google Bard's new update that allows for more precise local results by using location data. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:30 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!Q&A with the guest.New blog about AI & Local SEO from LashaWe'll be launching the updated Local SEO 2.0 course today.4th of July sale coming up in 3 weeks Recent SEO News 20:03 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Algorithm Ranking Update Volatility Around June 6thGoogle Business Profiles Now Display Long Form VideosDon't Pick Cheap Domain On TLDs Overrun With SpamGoogle Bard Can Now Provide More Precise Local ResultsSearch Generative ExperienceGoogle & Bing's AI Will Not Kill SEO  Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 193: Supercharging Sales & Client Acquisition with AI-Powered Prospecting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 56:58


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Victor Perez. Highlights From The Episode: We'll be prerecording the next episodes of the SEO Vault moving forward.We'll be launching the updated Local SEO 2.0 course on June 9th.Google Business Profiles Panel Tests Image SliderGoogle Search Treats .AI ccTLD As gTLD (Domains)Google Local Service Ads Mass Policy Violation Notices SEO Discussion 1:33 How to get new clients and prospecting using AI. Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:33 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!We'll be launching the updated Local SEO 2.0 course on June 9th.We'll be prerecording the next episodes of the SEO Vault moving forward.We are updating the Whitelabel sales materials. Recent SEO News 40:51 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google Business Profiles Panel Tests Image SliderGoogle Search Treats .AI ccTLD As gTLD (Domains)Google Local Service Ads Mass Policy Violation Notices SEO Q&A 49:50 How do we go about creating bulk pages in hundreds for services page and then have those pages use Elementor or any builder's design templates that we've created? So all we have to do is go in and replace section texts? If that's not possible or time-wasting, is there any other better alternative method? Is this possible? Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 192: Exploring the New Era of ChatGPT 4 and AI's Expanded Horizons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 61:58


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Victor Perez. Highlights From The Episode: Google Business Profiles Expanding Language Assistance SelectionGoogle Tests Services Button First In Local & Map Search ResultsJohn Mueller Of Google On Gambling With SEO Shortcuts Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:27 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!We are updating the Whitelabel sales materials.Victor is updating the LCT course. SEO Discussion 4:43 Further uses of AI outside of content. 16:35 How to use different plugins for multilanguage SEO. Recent SEO News 34:57 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google Business Profiles Expanding Language Assistance SelectionUnusual AMP Crawl Issues Reported In Google Search Console Starting May 12thGoogle Tests Services Button First In Local & Map Search ResultsGoogle Rich Results Test Tool Gains Brings Back Code ButtonGoogle Search Console Reporting Glitch With Video Traffic May 4-17 “Google Says” John Mueller Of Google On Gambling With SEO ShortcutsGoogle: Incorrect Last Modification Date In HTTP Header Does Not Hurt Your SEO SEO Q&A 48:17 Should we stop putting our services as products? 59:54 Recently, I completed an SEO course. Now, I want to know how to get clients out of market place. Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 191: Mastering SEO with Multi-Language Site Structures

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 59:20


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Victor Perez. Highlights From The Episode: Google Reduces Local Pack Results In Web Search?Google Bard Now Shows Citations Like Bing ChatGoogle Helpful Content Update Can Demote & Now Promote ContentGoogle: No Plans For Historical Data With Search Console to BigQuery Bulk Data Export Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 1:46 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!We are updating the Whitelabel sales materials.Victor is updating the LCT course. SEO Discussion 2:50 Multi-language site structure: plugins Recent SEO News 23:37 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google +Topic Search Bar Refinements Finally Goes Live On DesktopGoogle Reduces Local Pack Results In Web Search?Google Bard Now Shows Citations Like Bing ChatGoogle Helpful Content Update Can Demote & Now Promote ContentGoogle Sharable Links For Recent Searches & Local Packs "Google Says" Google: No Plans For Historical Data With Search Console to BigQuery Bulk Data Export SEO Q&A 10:00 What are your thoughts on PSEO? 16:14 I'm particularly having challenges in finding the right keywords and topical authority. How is it different here? 46:17 My page is indexed by Google and other pages are not yet, but the problem is that my home page appears with site: operator but its not appear when searching by its name. I already submitted the sitemap on the console and the page is not blocked by robots.txt or noindex tags. I don't know the issue and what will be the solution if any expert can guide me I will be thankful. 47:30 On location pages, do you link to the GBP for the business or to the address of the business? 50:11 If a local website has multiple location pages for the small cities it serves but only one GBP, is it best to link the GBP to the website homepage or location page of the city the GBP is located in? GBP covers multiple cities/counties. 56:18 What about a QR code linking to a map listing on the location? Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 190: Stay Ahead in AI-Era Google Search & Safeguard Clients' SERP Wins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 47:22


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Victor Perez. Highlights From The Episode: The Google Search Generative Experience - All New AI Google Search EngineGoogle Video Structured Data No Longer Requires DescriptionsGoogle's New AI-Generated Image Label & Meta Data RequiredJohn Mueller: Google: High-Quality Content Might Still Be Of Low Value To The Web Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!Lots of big changes, but nothing to report. Recent SEO News 22:20 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Google Video Structured Data No Longer Requires DescriptionsGoogle About This Image Snippet FeatureGoogle's New AI-Generated Image Label & Meta Data RequiredThe Google Search Generative Experience - All New AI Google Search Engine "Google Says" Google: No Healthy Percentage Of Traffic For Googlebot ActivityJohn Mueller: Google: High-Quality Content Might Still Be Of Low Value To The Web SEO Q&A 6:53 Can you guys talk about EAT and ways to establish it for both client sites and lead gen sites? 14:54 What do you have to say about Bard? 17:01 What's the best way to get backlinks and high-authority articles, such as Hubspot blogs? Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Victor, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 189: Why Disavowing Links Based on Third-Party Metrics Is a Terrible Idea

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 56:22


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas, Mark Luckenbaugh and Victor Perez. Highlights From The Episode: New Google Business Profiles Tips To Avoid Bulk Verification DelaysGoogle: Avoid Using "Coming Back Soon" Pages For Site MigrationsJohn Mu: Google: It's A Terrible Idea To Disavow Links Based On Third-Party MetricsGoogle Analytics To Show UA3 Data For A Year After It Stops Collecting Data On July 1, 2023 Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 2:23 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!Mark and Nate have taken over ownership of Web 2.0 Ranker.Victor Perez is the new Web 2.0 Ranker chief brand ambassador.We are sending out updated qualifying notifications for the Agency Partnership Program. The current codes will expire on August 1st, and we will launch the new APP system, which will enable you to track your spending in real time.The Q2 Webby replay is available for download.We'll be revamping the SEO Mad Scientist tests soon. Recent SEO News 21:14 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Microsoft Opens Bing Chat To All With New UpgradesGoogle Analytics To Show UA3 Data For A Year After It Stops Collecting Data On July 1, 2023New Google Business Profiles Tips To Avoid Bulk Verification DelaysGoogle Search Tests New Simple "More" Results Buttons "Google Says" Google: Page Experience Is A Ranking Signal, Not A Ranking SystemGoogle: We Use A Mix Of Factors To Determine Content That Demonstrates E-E-A-TGoogle: Avoid Using "Coming Back Soon" Pages For Site MigrationsGoogle's John Mueller Clarifies WebP Image Indexing ConfusionJohn Mu: Google: It's A Terrible Idea To Disavow Links Based On Third-Party MetricsDanny Sulivan Google Discover Won't Show Content Filtered By SafeSearch, Says Google "SEOs Say" Poll: Most SEOs Got Started By Reading & Practicing Alone SEO Q&A 50:46 Do you still recommend using GSA to a money site? Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Chaz, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 188: ChatGPT, Bing Chat & Google Bard: The Future of Search?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 39:35


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Sophie Allen. Highlights From The Episode: Microsoft: Bing Chat To Show Referrer Analytics Data In Coming WeeksPoll: How Often Search Marketers Are Using ChatGPT, Bing Chat & Google Bard vs Traditional SearchGoogle Drops Mobile-Friendly, Page Speed, Secure Sites & Page Experience As Retired Ranking SystemsGoogle April 2023 Reviews Update Done Rolling Out Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 5:49 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!This weekend will be the end of the monthly deals!10% Off 1st Month Of Dental SEO Campaigns – Code: DentalSEOSave 15% On New GBP Monthly Campaigns – Code: 15offgbpGet 10% Off Any Press Service – Code: save10onpressGet 30% Off 2022 Mastermind Recordings – Code: 22mastermind Recent SEO News 10:10 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Microsoft: Bing Chat To Show Referrer Analytics Data In Coming WeeksGoogle Search Update Fixes Some Problematic Site NamesGoogle Search Wants You To Report Inaccurate Site NamesGoogle Ads Tests Gold Verification BadgeGoogle April 2023 Reviews Update Done Rolling OutGoogle Drops Mobile-Friendly, Page Speed, Secure Sites & Page Experience As Retired Ranking SystemsGoogle Texting Businesses To Validate Google Business Profile Information SERP Changes We're Seeing Google Tests Displaying Follower Counts In Search Result SnippetsGoogle Tests Grid Format For Local Results In Mobile Web Search “SEOs Say” Poll: How Often Search Marketers Are Using ChatGPT, Bing Chat & Google Bard vs Traditional Search Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Chaz, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

    The SEO Vault Episode 187: Embracing the Future of Search with Conversational AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 45:31


    Welcome to the SEO Vault podcast, where we keep you ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. From Google algorithm updates to the latest industry trends, we bring you the knowledge and strategies you need to stay ahead of the competition. Join our team of SEO experts as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights to help you achieve higher search engine rankings and drive more traffic to your website. So tune in, take notes, and start dominating the SEO game today! This Week's Podcast features Mike Milas and Sophie Allen. Highlights From The Episode: Weekend deal: 15% off new GBP Monthly campaign. Use code: 15offgbpOpen Source Language Model Named Dolly 2.0 Trained Similarly To ChatGPTGoogleOther: A New Generic Google Crawler To Help GooglebotGoogle Investigating New Wave Of Google Ads Disapprovals IssuesMicrosoft & Roku Unite To Enhance The Ad-Buying Experience Web 2.0 Ranker Weekly Update 4:56 Brand updates, deals, promotions, and news. Sign up now if you're not signed up for the Web 2.0 Ranker weekend update!We've updated the niche guest posts by adding up to 90 new opportunities.SEO Mad Scientist On VacationThe Q1 test report is coming out today.Weekend deal: 115% off new GBP Monthly campaign. Use code: 15offgbpWe have a monthly deals page. Check it out for savings throughout the month. Recent SEO News 21:40 Catch up on the latest industry and algorithm updates. Open Source Language Model Named Dolly 2.0 Trained Similarly To ChatGPTGoogle Reduces What Triggers Video Thumbnails In The SERPsMicrosoft & Roku Unite To Enhance The Ad-Buying ExperienceGoogle Expands Return / Shipping Details In Search Results & New Search Console ReportingGoogle Investigating New Wave Of Google Ads Disapprovals IssuesGoogleOther: A New Generic Google Crawler To Help Googlebot SERP Changes We're Seeing Google Updates Helpful Content Guidance, Streamlines Search Console Reports "Google Says" Google Warns Against Cloaking HTTP Status CodesGoogle's Gary Illyes On Sudden Keyword Ranking DropsGoogle: If You Can't Block No Result Found Internal Search Results Then Block All Search Results SEO Q&A 12:26 I was on the marketing forecast webinar yesterday. They say there will be a huge shift from writers to EDITORS. How will it impact the content creation "industry"? I mean, will we get more useful content or it will be similar to each other and to stand out of it you will need to hire a really good HUMAN writer? 17:54 How do you rank faster in GBP? SEO Discussion 32:11 What Google is trying to do with Project Magi Join us weekly for the latest SEO news and Q&A session with Chaz, with his panelists, where we try to answer all your SEO Questions. Also, Catch us Live on YouTube at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdddIHkRnbQJpSHxGKheokA. Don't Miss it Live every Thursday at 2 pm EST on the Web 20 Ranker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/web20ranker/.  

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