Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the ‘Search Off the Record’ podcast titled ‘How do I know if my SEO is doing a good job?’. The GSC team says, “In this episode of Search Off the Record, Lizzi and John interview Erika Varangouli, head of Branded Content at Riverside.fm, about all things hiring and working with SEOs. Just because uplift isn’t happening doesn’t mean they’re not doing work; we walk through practical things to check throughout the process, such as how things are prioritized, is there regular reporting, and proactive... [...]

Ahrefs has published a new video ‘I Paid Zero Star Fiverr Freelancers to Rank #1 On Google’. The Ahrefs team says, “In this video, we take on the challenge of using only zero-rated Fiverr gigs to manage SEO for a new affiliate golf blog. We aim to see if these lesser-known and experienced Fiverr freelancers can actually improve a website’s Google rankings. From initial keyword research through content creation and link building, each step of the SEO process is handled by freelancers with zero ratings on Fiverr.” Ahrefs  [...]

Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the ‘Search Off the Record’ podcast titled ‘How to make your website faster: 3 quick tips’. The GSC team says, “Do you wish your website were faster? Watch along as Martin Splitt provides you with three actionable tips to make your website faster. From ​​optimizing Javascript and avoiding unnecessary redirects you can improve user experience and enhance website performance today.”  [...]

Google Shopping Bid Management is essential for optimizing ad spend by adjusting bids based on product performance and competition. It helps maximize visibility and return on investment (ROI) for e-commerce businesses. Search Engine Journal contributor Brooke Osmundson has published an article featuring five tips for Google Shopping bid management. She says, “In this article, we’ll explore the strategies, tools, and best practices that can help you win the bidding war and maximize ROI on your Google Shopping campaigns. 1. Understanding The Google Shopping Auction Model And Its Impact On... [...]

The latest The SERP’s Up SEO podcast episode is titled ‘Landing your next SEO client with the right pitch’. The Wix team says, “How can agencies effectively communicate the value of their SEO services while pitching to potential clients? Wix’s Mordy Oberstein and Crystal Carter are back to lay out the art of a perfect client pitch for SEO services. From building initial trust to seamless execution, Jellyfish’s Eric Hoover joins to share each step of his pitching routine. Plus, discover how Google’s AI Overviews is paving a new age of pitching... [...]

Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the ‘Search Off the Record’ podcast titled ‘Trending Now: Stay on Top of Google Search Trends’. The GSC team says, “Take a different approach to analyzing search trends. Instead of finding data for terms and topics you’re interested in, start with rising terms and then narrow down the results to your related terms. Watch along as Daniel Waisberg, Search Advocate at Google, and Hadas Jacobi, Software Engineer, Google Trends, explain how you can stay on top of what’s happening in Google Search.”  [...]

For better or worse, brands dominate Google search results. As more results are generated by AI and machines start to understand the offline and online world, big brands are only going to get more powerful. Search Engine Journal is hosting a webinar ‘Brands Rule Google: Why Building a Brand Is Key To SEO’ on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 2.00 pm ET. The SEJ team says, “Join us as we tackle the challenge of competing with dominant brands in Google search results. We’ll explain why big brands lead the rankings and how to measure your own brand’s impact against... [...]

Ahrefs has published a new video ‘Can I Rank #1 On Google With $50 & Zero Star Fiverr Freelancers?’. The Ahrefs team says, “In this video, we take on the challenge of using only zero-rated Fiverr gigs to manage SEO for a new affiliate golf blog. We aim to see if these lesser-known and experienced Fiverr freelancers can actually improve a website’s Google rankings. From initial keyword research through content creation and link building, each step of the SEO process is handled by freelancers with zero ratings on Fiverr. We test the reliability and output quality of these... [...]

Influencer marketing leverages trusted voices to reach targeted audiences, increasing brand awareness and credibility. It drives authentic engagement, making products more relatable and appealing to potential customers. HubSpot has published the latest ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ podcast episode ‘How To Become The #1 Influencer In Your Industry’. The HubSpot team says, “Can Alex Lieberman become the Lenny Ratchiskiy of marketing in the next year? 🤔 Kipp and Kieran offer a deep... [...]

HubSpot has published the latest ‘Marketing Against The Grain’ podcast episode ‘Alex Lieberman on Building A Personal Brand & Influencer Marketing Trends’. The HubSpot team says, “Can old IP give shut-down businesses a new lease on life? Kipp and Kieran explore how reviving dormant brands might just be the next big trend in marketing. They are joined by Morning Brew’s co-founder Alex Lieberman to delve into the concept of leveraging old intellectual property to reignite business... [...]