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If you want to rank on the first page of search results, it’s crucial to understand the powerful combination of web design and search engine optimization (SEO). SEO web design refers to designing and developing websites to make them search-engine friendly. Keep reading to learn how to build a site that nails SEO web design!

The first thing you need to do is analyze your audience – what route do they take to reach you? Keep in mind that today’s users are constantly switching between devices – desktops, smartphones, tablets, notebooks, smartwatches, etc. So, if your audience isn’t using a single device, your optimization strategy shouldn’t either.

When it comes to attracting organic traffic to your website, choosing the right keywords for your content is THE most important part of SEO. The SEO keywords will determine the direction of your content and ensure that the content will be relevant and easily searchable on Google. That’s what keyword research is all about – identifying relevant high-volume search terms.

Creating an annual marketing budget is an essential task for every business. If you want your business to grow and thrive, you need to retain loyal customers and attract new customers who will hopefully become loyal customers. To accomplish this, you have to get the word out about the services and products you offer – and let people know why your company is the one they should choose. Without a sufficient marketing budget, you won’t be able to grow your business. Being a successful marketer i...

Did you know that Google updates or adjusts its algorithm hundreds of times every year? SEO ranking factors and techniques are a lot different now than they were even 5 years ago. When trends change so often, it’s challenging to know how to optimize your content and ensure it shows up in search engine results. When you get SEO right, though, you increase traffic, which improves your leads and boosts sales. And isn’t that the goal of every business?

Content marketing is – and will continue to be – an essential component in the way businesses attract and engage customers. That’s why you need to adapt your content to make it engaging and relevant for your target audience. Boosting your content marketing efforts is also crucial for the growth of your brand. With all this in mind, here are some reasons to keep your website content relevant – along with some tips to accomplish this.

2021 is here…finally! The start of a new year is always a great time to get organized, evaluate what worked the previous year and what needs to change moving forward. The importance of digital marketing became crystal clear in 2020. And while digital marketing continually evolves and changes, it’s vital to update your marketing strategy. To help you get started, we’ve created this practical and timely checklist.

Since almost half of all searches on Google are from people looking for local information, you can’t ignore local SEO and listings. You definitely need to take advantage of Google My Business. It’s the best free website traffic generator because it: • Is easy to set up your listing…and it’s free! • Ensures you show up in searches relevant to your business and location • Drives traffic to your website and place of business • Increases your visibility exactly when users are looking fo...

Online video is huge right now…and is expected to keep getting more popular. Studies project that by 2021, online video will make up 80% of all online traffic. And a video on your page can drive a 157% increase in organic traffic from search engine results. Users might not have the patience to read a 200-word article but watching a two-minute video is easy. Not only do videos engage your audience and promote your services and products, but they can also boost your SEO and improve your websi...

As voice search technology improves and becomes more accessible, this trend will continue to grow. If you’re a local business or your target audience is in a specific geographic area, it’s essential to use geo-targeted keywords…which just means that you optimize for local searches. This tip is important since most voice searches are local. There are also big differences in how text and voice searches are used. For example, a text search might be “SEO trends”. A voice search, however, is u...