SEO data studies analyze patterns, trends, and metrics like search rankings, click-through rates, and user behavior to optimize website performance. They provide actionable insights to improve visibility and drive organic traffic by understanding how search engines and audiences interact with content. The latest The SERP’s Up SEO podcast episode is titled ‘Learning to use SEO data studies the right way’. The Wix team says, “What should you know about an SEO study before making conclusions? Why is understanding the methodology of an SEO important?... [...]

E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) is a framework used by Google to evaluate content quality and credibility. It emphasizes the importance of creators demonstrating real-world experience, deep subject knowledge, authority in their field, and reliability to provide value to users. MOZ has published the latest Whiteboard Friday video ‘E-E-A-T Quick Wins’ featuring Itamar Blauer. He says, “Welcome to Whiteboard Friday. I’m Itamar Blauer, and today I’m going to be talking about E-E-A-T quick wins... [...]

A strong SEO strategy is crucial for enhancing online visibility, driving organic traffic, and staying competitive in search rankings. It ensures your content reaches the right audience, increasing credibility and maximizing conversions. Semrush has published a new video ‘How to Do SEO, Content, and Social Faster with AI’. The Semrush team says, “Learn how to create content that matches what people actually want, make the most of featured snippets, and stay on top of search rankings with simple, practical SEO tips. It’s all about boosting your visibility and building real brand... [...]

Essential SEO elements include optimizing keywords to align with user intent and ensuring they are strategically placed in titles, headings, and content. Additionally, creating high-quality, engaging content and building credible backlinks are crucial for improving search engine rankings and visibility. Martech contributor John McAlpin has published an article highlighting 11 essential SEO elements you should be tracking. He says, “This article dives into what is essential to track and how to track each. I’ll also cover helpful paid tools for tracking SEO elements. (I’m not affiliated... [...]

The robots.txt file is a website’s directive for search engine crawlers, specifying which pages or sections should be crawled or ignored. It helps manage indexing to optimize search engine visibility and protect sensitive content. Search Engine Journal has published ‘The Modern Guide To Robots.txt: How To Use It Avoiding The Pitfalls’. Abby Hamilton says, “While a robots.txt guides crawlers, it’s important to note that not all bots follow its instructions, especially malicious ones. But for most legitimate search engines, adhering to the robots.txt directives is standard... [...]

Web growth strategies are essential for expanding online presence, attracting more traffic, and increasing user engagement. They help businesses adapt to evolving digital trends, ensuring sustained growth and competitive advantage. Content Marketing Institute is hosting a webinar ‘SEO Glow-Up: Web Growth Tactics to Start and Stop in 2025’ on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 2.00 pm ET. The CMI team says, “Now is the perfect time to evaluate your approach to web growth, SEO, and the broadening search experience across platforms. In this webinar, we’ll explore a long list of SEO... [...]

SEO maintenance is crucial for sustaining your website’s visibility and performance in search engine rankings. It helps adapt to algorithm changes, fix technical issues, and optimize content, ensuring consistent organic traffic and a seamless user experience. Search Engine Journal contributor Corey Morris has published an article featuring SEO maintenance checklist for essential year-round tasks. He says, “Rather than giving you a specific checklist of things to do during the year, I’m unpacking activities categorized by daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly. I feel strongly that... [...]

Ahrefs has published a new video ‘Debunking 11 Common Digital Marketing Myths You Thought Were True’. The Ahrefs team says, “With over 100 years of combined experience, our panel of digital marketing experts debunk 11 common myths that people actually believe. From the power of social media vs. websites, to the future of SEO and AI content, we break down which myths hold up—and which fall apart.” Ahrefs  [...]

Good UX design enhances SEO by improving website usability, engagement, and retention. Search engines prioritize user-friendly sites, boosting rankings and organic traffic. Google Search Central has published the latest episode of the Search Off the Record podcast titled ‘A discussion of UX for SEO’. The GSC team says, “In this episode of Search Off the Record, Lizzi and John are joined by Rio Ichikawa, a product manager working on UX, CRO, and SEO, to discuss the intersection of SEO and UX. They explore how user experience impacts SEO, emphasizing the shared goals of attracting... [...]

Brand keywords are specific terms or phrases directly associated with a brand, such as its name, products, or services. They help improve brand visibility and recognition in search engines and marketing campaigns. Search Engine Journal contributor Mark Sansum has published an article answering the question ‘Should You Be Bidding On Your Brand Keywords In 2025?’. He says, “The most common keyword marketers will include in their strategy is the company name. But depending on search demand, there may be additional keywords that are included. Such as: Brand keyword + product. Brand... [...]