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The evolution of SEO and the shift from point solutions to platform

SEO methods and insights are supporting strategy and decision making beyond website content. Uncover the broader use of SEO intelligence in evolution.

By Andy Betts · 07 May 2019

Analytics

On-site analytics tactics to adopt now: Heatmaps, intent analysis, and more

Google Analytics is great, but here's look at newer, less-discussed tools that can be used for on-site analytics, including Finteza, HotJar, and Text Optimizer.

By Ann Smarty · 06 May 2019

Industry

How AI is powering real-time SEO research: Insights and optimization

Around 77% of C-level executives recently reported that business adoption of AI initiatives is a major challenge. For SEO, introducing AI-powered tools could eliminate…

By Jim Yu · 06 May 2019

Analytics

The SEO metrics that really matter for your business

Understand the best metrics for your business when it comes to SEO, view them from a technical and commercial perspective. Lots of screenshots included.

By Matthew Ramsay · 03 May 2019

Development

Progressive web apps (PWAs) for SEO: Benefits, stats, examples

A PWA is a mobile-friendly website that behaves like an app but doesn’t need to be downloaded to be used. Starbucks' and Forbes' case…

By Rohan Ayyar · 02 May 2019

PPC

Tips to lower brand CPC for greater profitability

The long-term benefits can help advertisers gain up to 40% cost savings, have a significant impact on profitability, and free up budget for new…

By Nicolas Ross and Steven Oleksak · 01 May 2019

Content

How to check for duplicate content to improve your site’s SEO

What is considered duplicate content? What steps can you take to make sure it doesn't hamper your SEO efforts? Pressing SEO questions answered.

By Kim Kosaka · 30 Apr 2019

Analytics

How to take advantage of the latest updates to Google Search Console

If you care about where and how you appear on search engines, Google Search Console and its updates will be of much interest to…

By Joseph Chukwube · 29 Apr 2019

Industry

SEO case study: How Venngage turned search into their primary lead source

In Nov 2017, Venngage enjoyed 275,000 visitors a month from organic search traffic. Today (16 months later) it’s 900,000. Details of how they did…

By Kevin Carney · 26 Apr 2019

Industry

What’s it like using DuckDuckGo in 2019?

DuckDuckGo could be your new default search engine if you want to focus on privacy and security. What it’s like using it nowadays?

By Tereza Litsa · 25 Apr 2019

Content

Three ideas to create a high-converting product page

We reviewed the best practices of ecommerce leaders and success stories of smaller merchants. Three life hacks to make product pages convert more visitors.

By Maria Marinina · 24 Apr 2019

Content

SEO writing guide: From keyword to content brief

How to create unique articles that encompass major on-page SEO elements, and touch the reader? A streamlined process, key benefits, and screenshots listed.

By Jori Ford · 23 Apr 2019

SEO

Top advanced YouTube SEO tips to boost your video performance

YouTube is not just a social media platform. It’s a powerful search engine for video content. Here’s how to make the most of its…

By Tereza Litsa · 22 Apr 2019

Analytics

Using Python to recover SEO site traffic (Part three)

In part three, we will learn how to automatically group pages using machine learning to recover SEO site traffic using Python.

By Hamlet Batista · 19 Apr 2019

Development

Study: How ready are businesses for voice search?

A new analysis of 73,000 business listings found that 96% of all business locations fail to list their business information correctly.

By Kimberly Collins · 18 Apr 2019

Content

Three fundamental factors in the production of link-building content

I've analyzed over 120 pieces of content across 16 industries to define common threads between campaigns that exceed or fall short of their expectations.

By Nathan Abbott · 17 Apr 2019

Social

Top 19 Instagram marketing tools to use for success

One billion people use Instagram every month and 500 million use the platform every day. This list covers lots of tools from filters to…

By Aleh Barysevich · 16 Apr 2019

Local

How to optimize paid search ads for phone calls

70% of consumers have used a click to call button, and a recent study found that calls convert at ten times the rate of clicks.

By Emily Alford · 16 Apr 2019

Content

How to conduct a branded search audit

Detailed guide to conducting a branded search audit, identifying areas of concern, and making improvements. Lots of examples included.

By John Morabito · 15 Apr 2019

Content

How to write SEO-friendly alt text for your images

Alt text for images is an important piece of the SEO puzzle and a great area of opportunity for marketers. Ways to create search…

By Syed Balkhi · 12 Apr 2019