Peter Van Der Graaf
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Peter Van Der Graaf

2011

SEO

Panda DNA: Algorithm Tests on the Google Panda Update

Using 50 separate domains, this test on Google’s algorithms sought to answer three questions: Can you be affected by Panda…

03 Nov 2011

SEO

Keyword Research: Dealing With Uncertainty

When selecting the keywords you want to rank for, you must take several factors into account. Preferably you’re able to…

06 Oct 2011

SEO

Search Engine Algorithm Research & Testing

With so many variables, it’s hard to devise tests that show an effect on individual ranking factors on Google and…

08 Sep 2011

SEO

Link Building by Starting a Market Research Firm

One successful link building strategy is to start a market research firm for your specific industry. This strategy is so…

14 Jul 2011

SEO

The SEO Files: The Truth is Out There

When you start out in search engine optimization, it’s hard to evaluate all the available information. How do you find…

19 May 2011

SEO

Old Black Hat SEO Tricks Still Work

This article is all about unethical SEO. Hopefully you don't have any practical use for it. Search Engine Watch assumes…

27 Mar 2011

Local

Local Search: Your Address is the New Link

A look at some of the changes local search results are bringing to SEO -- especially link building.

27 Jan 2011

2010

Industry

10 Things I Hate About Google!

Lately, Google has shifted its focus from what's best to users to what's best for Google. Where Google is failing…

04 Nov 2010

SEO

How Monitoring Tools Aid in Link Building

Ranking monitoring definitely isn't dead. A look at drawbacks of available data, why you should monitor rankings and inlinks, which…

09 Sep 2010

SEO

Optimizing Your Existing Links

Contacting your link partners can improve your link profile and rankings. Here are some helpful link building strategies, plus some…

12 Aug 2010

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