Google Analytics supports SEO by providing insights into organic traffic, user behavior, and engagement metrics, helping optimize website performance. It enables tracking of keyword performance, landing page effectiveness, and user journeys to refine strategies for better search rankings. Digital Marketing Institute has published Essential Guide to Google Analytics for SEO’. Cathal Melinn says, “As the world’s most widely-used web analytics platform,  Google Analytics 4 (GA4) offers businesses across sectors the tools to track consumer browsing preferences and behaviors. Rather... [...]

Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the Search Off the Record podcast titled ‘The Current State of SEO, Revamped Search Console Emails, and more!’. The GSC team says, “Happy 2025 SEO practitioners! Catch up on the latest Google Search news with Google Search Advocate, John Mueller. Watch along and learn about the current state of SEO in the Web Almanac, updates to the Search Console Performance report, Project Mariner for Chrome, and more!”  [...]

Website rendering is the process of converting website code into a visual interface that users can interact with on their browsers. It ensures proper display of content, images, and styles for an optimal user experience. Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the Search Off the Record podcast titled ‘Website rendering strategies’. The GSC team says, “Make informed decisions about the technical setup of your website with this insightful Search Lighting Talk on rendering strategies. Join Martin Splitt as he breaks down complex concepts into easy to understand... [...]

1. Overview of LucidFluencer AI LucidFluencerAI allows you to create a highly engaging social media influencer effortlessly. This innovative tool generates influencers that are always active, compliant, and capable of going viral, enabling you to build an influencer empire without personal involvement or compromising on quality. You may have noticed many posts in your social media feeds featuring influencers who appear to lead extraordinary lives filled with success. LucidFluencer AI aims to give you the chance to become an influencer, yourself, and to do it using virtual avatars rather than having... [...]

The latest The SERP’s Up SEO podcast episode is titled ‘How to drive conversions with influencer marketing’. The Wix team says, “Does influencer marketing lead to leads and converting conversions?  What type of influencer marketing gets signups and clicks, and which don’t? Wix’s Mordy Oberstein and Crystal Carter welcome Nicole Ponce from Semrush, an expert in navigating the complex waters of B2B influencer marketing. Sara Adam, Head of Partnerships and Influencer Marketing at Wix Studio, also joins in on the conversation to discuss... [...]

Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the Search Off the Record podcast titled ‘Wrapping up 2024’. The GSC team says, “As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on what SEO things happened this year. Listen along as we chat about what we learned from going to events, the importance of understanding how AI works, and whether everything will be replaced with JavaScript.”  [...]

Keyword-first content focuses on optimizing for specific search terms to drive visibility, while topic-first content prioritizes broader subject relevance to engage audiences deeply. Combining both strategies can enhance SEO performance and user satisfaction. Orbit Media Studios has published a new video ‘Keyword-First vs Topic-First Content: The Two Ways to do SEO’ featuring Andy Crestodina. The Orbit Medi team says, “By the end of this short video, you’ll see the difference clearly and you’ll know, in that moment of truth before you write a single word, which mode you’re... [...]

Jim Lecinski is a professor, author, and marketing strategist known for his expertise in digital marketing and consumer behavior. He is particularly recognized for introducing the concept of the “Zero Moment of Truth” (ZMOT) while working at Google. Digital Marketing Institute has published a new podcast episode ‘Trends for 2025 with Jim Lecinski’. The DMI team says, “Watch our extended conversation with Jim Lecinski of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University where he offers his insightful and practical predictions for what’s coming up in... [...]

An influencer budget should balance reach and engagement by allocating resources based on audience alignment and campaign goals. Prioritizing micro and nano influencers often yields cost-effective, authentic connections with niche audiences. HubSpot contributor Kinzal Jalan has published an article featuring a four-point explanation on setting your influencer budget. Jalan says, “According to a 2024 Statista survey: 22.4 percent of marketing agencies and brands invest 10 to 20 percent of their marketing budget into influencer marketing. Interestingly, 26 percent are leaning into it by... [...]

Crawling errors occur when search engines fail to access or index a website’s content properly, impacting visibility and rankings. Resolving these issues ensures seamless indexing and enhances overall site performance. Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the Search Off the Record podcast titled ‘3 Tips for Crawling Errors’. The GSC team says, “Why is my website not indexing on Google Search? Googlebot may be experiencing errors while crawling your website. Join Martin Splitt from the Google Search Relations team as he dives into three tips website... [...]