Today I'm joined by Kate Ahl, the CEO of Simple Pin Media and KateAhl.com!

We talked about 

• leveraging Pinterest for business growth
• Pinterest's constant changes
•  Nuances of digital marketing and
• The Importance of sharing experience over advice.

 Navigating a business in the AI era?

• Kate shared that there are lots of uncertainty and challenges of running a digital business in the AI era
•  She stressed the need for honesty and vulnerability in sharing learning experiences.
• Shifts in the creator economy (TikTok, AI) make it challenging to keep up.

How should businesses use Pinterest?

• Kate encourages businesses to view social media platforms as levers -  pull everything to the central part of your business.
• Search intent on Pinterest is critical. 
• 97 percent of searches on the platform are unbranded. 
• Pinterest users are  more interested in products that serve them vs brands.
• Local businesses: optimize your profiles with location details.

Promoted Pins vs. Pinterest Ads

• Promoted pins are more about awareness. 
• Pinterest Ads are more about driving specific actions. Both
• A Pinterest ad lets you build an ad from scratch targeting a specific group of people and keywords.

Insights For Building a Woman-Owned Business

• Rely on data rather than just following what others say, especially in a rapidly evolving digital marketing landscape.
• Women business owners must juggle family and work differently from men.
• Share experience over advice 

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It's Follow Through Fridays!

I'm following up on a previous interview with Nicole Lewis!
 
Check out my five key takeaways for getting press attention: 

1. enhancing product and service photography, 
2. leveraging collaborations, 
3. updating media pages, 
4. connecting with writers, 
5. and listing timely topics. 

I share a small success I experienced this week, too! I'd love to hear yours, please share them with me at hello@simpleandsmartseo.com!

00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Friday!
00:19 Celebrating SEO Success and the Power of Press
01:20 Leveraging Photography and Collaborations for Business Growth
03:43 Mastering Media Relations and Networking
06:57 Strategic Planning for Future PR and SEO Efforts

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I spoke with Nicole Lewis, who shared advice on gaining press coverage without high costs.

Nicole emphasized the importance of networking, showcasing quality products, and strategic contacts for media exposure.

We discussed leveraging social media, providing valuable insights to publications, and timing pitches effectively.

Nicole's e-book 'Let's Get Press' offers valuable strategies for landing press features, enabling me to resonate with my audience and build writer relationships, ultimately promoting business growth.

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Nicole is the GOAT of my podcast guests.

Check out Nicole Lewis's first interview on the podcast. (Season 2, Episode 60!)

This episode ranks #1 all time for The Simple and Smart SEO Show!

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Join me as I brainstorm potential podcast ideas and narrow down the focus to build a community for my brand.

Potential Podcast Ideas:

• Senior Night Podcast: I'll interview parents who have senior sports athletes in high school or college.

• Ordering a Senior Night Gift Guide: A private podcast guiding customers through the process of selecting the perfect senior night gift.

• Conversations on Life, Faith, and Motherhood: A conversational podcast where friends share insights on life, faith, and the various phases of motherhood.

• Family Memories Chronicle: Documenting family memories through a podcast, capturing tales of childhood and preserving them for generations to come.

• Lawn Service Business Insights: Dive into the world of lawn service businesses with a podcast featuring expert advice from a seasoned professional (my dad!)

Purpose of the Senior Athlete Parent Podcast:

• Target Audience: Parents of senior athletes, offering a platform for celebration and connection during this significant time.
• Content Focus: Sharing stories of diverse senior night experiences, and providing insights into transitioning from active sports life to a new chapter.
• Long-Term Goals: Building trust with the audience, establishing a reputation for senior night gifts, and creating a memorable brand presence for future referrals and business growth.

How can you use a podcast to grow your business?

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Meet Sarah K Heeter, a podcast expert and CEO of Podfox Media.

Sarah's on the show today to walk us through leveraging podcasts and audio effectively.

Connect with Sarah
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My apologies again for my audio - I was having mic issues and didn't realize it!

How do I get my podcast to show up on Spotify or Apple Podcasts?

• Consider use of listeners' questions as titles.
• Think about episode titles as clickbait.
• Don't try to summarize the entire podcast with a title.

What's the benefit of audio content creation?

• Audio content is intimate and creates connection like a phone call.
• We are all multitasking consumers.
• Build trust faster and demonstrate E-E-A-T.
• Build a deeper level of trust with listeners.

How to start a podcast on Spotify for a business?

• Podcasts can become a tool for gaining clients.
• Know your target audience.
• Define the podcast’s overall promise or goal.
• Define the podcaster's personal goals.

General guidelines for starting a podcast

• A podcast can focus on building relationships and community.
• Provide a way for your listeners to become a part of a community.

Types of podcasts and audio formats to try:

• Private podcasts for clients.
• Seasonal podcasting, serial podcasting, and using a short podcast series as a funnel. 
• Sarah also does audio summits as an effective list builder.

Get Sarah's best tips for guesting on other podcasts in this awesome episode!

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Crystal Waddell shares insights on changing her business model, prioritizing health, dealing with stress, and learning from Nick Rubright. She also discusses the PIE project for women's basketball, staying updated and engaged with women's basketball, and exploring data visualization ideas.

00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays!

00:13 Turning Business Models Upside Down

00:23 The Hustle Habit: A Decade's Reflection

00:39 A Shift Towards Health and Well-being

01:49 The Wake-Up Call: A Personal Story

03:24 Finding Balance: Work, Health, and Stress

03:53 Learning from Nick Rubright: Linkable Assets

04:14 The Struggle with Public Relations and Organization

05:57 A Deep Dive into Women's Basketball and NIL

06:11 The PIE Project: Player Impact Estimate

10:37 Staying Updated and Engaged with Women's Basketball

12:46 Expanding the Project: Data Visualization Ideas

17:05 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

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Today's podcast features SEO link-building expert Nicholas Rubright, who shared insights on the importance of link building and PR strategies in SEO for business owners.

*Please excuse my sound quality, I had a mic issue!*- Crystal

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Unique SEO Insights From Nick:

• SEO professionals who figured out SEO organically approach it differently than those who learned it within large companies. 
• Marketing efficiency is key.
• Nick shared strategies of crafting content that targets specific keywords and creating data maps.

Nick on PR and SEO:

• The faster indexing of news-worthy content leads to faster link indexing.
• The process of getting the story right for PR can take time and resources.
• Podcasts are the most cost-effective type of PR campaign: they don't require  content creation.

Pitching and Posting As A Link Building Strategy:

• Align your pitch with the recipient's content intent.
• Make the initial outreach email short and personalized. 
• Understand the recipient's monetization strategy. 
• Cold emailing still works.

Data-Driven Content Attracts Journalists

• Generate backlinks with no outreach: select keywords that include statistics, data, or averages.
• Nick introduced "data maps", using the example of "top Valentine's Day gifts by state." 
• Leverage the popularity of data maps and allow for both national and local pitching opportunities.

Limited budget for link building?

• Create trend reports based on deep Google trends research. 
• Invest in quality content and outreach processes vs. cheap links. 
• Understand the effectiveness of internal links.

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Today I'm implementing the advice of Sara Jensen (Episode 110) optimization of websites, specifically focusing on SEO strategies and tips like: 

• the importance of understanding your target audience 
• and unique selling proposition and the benefits of team collaboration. 

I realized I needed to  streamline my personal brand website and the simpleandsmartseo.com website to improve my messaging.

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Detailed Summary:

• Crystal Waddell (ME!) hosts the simple and smart SEO show podcast and Follow Through Fridays.
• I realized the need to redefine the goals for my websites: crystalwaddell.com and simpleandsmartseo.com.
• I plan to split her brand into two websites with different goals: crystalwaddell.com for business presence as a public speaker and simpleandsmartseo.com for generating organic leads.
• I actually created business plans for the next three to five years, which include growing the podcast, improving her speaking skills, expanding the SEO squad membership, and growing the agency services.
• I shared the lead generation ideas I have: allowing podcast search, running an evergreen three-day challenge, and creating ads for agency services.
• I plan to hire virtual assistants as necessary to implement her system.
• I'm building a plan to grow my email list for the podcast.
• My target audience is local business owners and e-commerce sellers.

Make sure to check out episode 110 for more resources!

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In my conversation with Sara Jensen from Brighter Messaging, we explored so much that impacts women-owned businesses: 

•  the dynamics of managing a digital marketing agency, 
• the evolution from solo entrepreneurship to leading a team,
•  and the essential role of SEO in website development. 
• the untapped "Mom" workforce and how to EmpowerMoms in Business

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0:00 Sara Jensen - Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast Recording (2024-01-16 10_04 GMT-5) 

00:16 Welcome to the Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast 

00:39 Meet Sara Jensen: The Digital Marketing Expert and Female Champion 

03:23 The Evolution of Brighter Messaging: From Solopreneur to Team Success 

08:55 Empowering Moms in the Creative Industry 

14:29 Diving Deep into SEO and Website Strategy 

20:56 Unlocking SEO Success: Simple Strategies and Missteps 

21:04 The Power of Metadata in Boosting Your Site's SEO 

22:55 Maximizing Your Website's Potential Post-Launch 

24:30 Content Strategy: The Key to Organic Traffic and Lead Generation 

25:24 Leveraging Blogs and Email Lists for Enhanced Engagement 

26:26 Internal Linking: A Secret Weapon for SEO 

28:18 Crafting a Winning Strategy: Target Audience and Value Proposition 

33:11 The Importance of Vision in Business and Marketing 

38:49 Reflections on Strategy and the Path Forward 

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In this episode of Follow Through Fridays, I'm reflecting this week's episode with international SEO expert Sarah Presh. 

My takeways on iSEO:

• my current business model doesn't need to focus on international SEO.
• I rarely ship internationally.
• I COULD leverage Amazon fulfillment to explore international markets
• Could I experiment with language-specific pages for products? 
• What about a blog to go with that one language-specific page?

Leveraging takeways from Google Search Console:

• According to GSC, people were searching for marquee letters to rent and buy! 
• So I put up a product page and I've had two rentals so far - one for $900!

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00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays... on a Saturday!

00:08 Diving into International SEO with Sarah Presh

00:22 The iSEO Shopify Theme Dilemma and SEO Insights

01:41 Leveraging Amazon for International Sales

04:09 Launching New Products Based on SEO Data

05:57 Join the SEO Squad: A Special Invitation

06:39 Looking Ahead: Website Building with Sarah Jensen

06:56 Closing Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser

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Navigating International SEO with Sarah Presch

Today I'm joined by Sarah Presh from Dragon Metrics to talk about the unfamiliar nuances of  international SEO. 

Sarah shares her journey from heading marketing and SEO at a company to starting her own agency and eventually preferring the employee path for its benefits and stability. 

Her experience as an SEO and marketing manager, the transition to entrepreneurship, and the challenges of working for a small company mirror the challenges of solo entrepreneurs across the world.

Sarah now specializes  in international SEO, and has specific advice to implement it successfully. In particular: 

• taking time to understand local search behaviors, (or find someone locally who does!), 
• How to properly manage multilingual websites, 
• A few examples of nuances of tailoring SEO strategies to different cultures and search engines used around the globe. 

Sarah shares positive and negative experiences with  geo-targeting, the potential pitfalls of translation services, and the significance of cultural sensitivity in digital marketing.

If you're looking to expand your marketplace online or enjoy learning how the internet works, this episode is packed with valuable tips!

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00:08 Meet Sarah Presh: A Journey Through SEO

00:53 The Entrepreneurial Journey and Its Lessons

04:30 Diving Into the World of International SEO

04:51 Understanding the Nuances of International SEO

06:21 The Practical Side of International SEO

11:41 Exploring Best Practices for International SE

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I discussed my experience with affiliate marketing through Awin for my Etsy shop, incorporating affiliate links into my blogs to boost sales. Additionally, I shared insights on indexing blog pages for better visibility on Google and highlighted my venture into creating unique physical products like battery-powered marquee letters for rent.

Maximizing Online Presence Through Affiliate Marketing and Digital Products

The episode concludes with an invitation to the SEO squad, a weekly SEO support group, and a reminder of the power of perseverance and creativity in digital entrepreneurship.

00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays!
00:13 The Journey of Creating Digital Products
00:47 Diving Into Affiliate Marketing with Etsy
02:19 Boosting Blog Visibility and Indexing
03:28 Exploring Physical Products: Marquee Letters
04:44 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

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This episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show focuses on the potential of digital products on Etsy and the strategic approaches of SEO to drive sales.

I'm speaking with features digital products and printables expert and co-founder of Gold City Ventures, Julie Berninger.

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Julie shares a ton of digital product advice, including: 

•  Exploring the value of targeting group gift buyers, 
• How to leverage personal finance insights, 
• Making the transformation from physical to digital products for effortless scalability. 

We also talk about empathy-driven brand building, effective niche selection, and the crucial role of SEO in product visibility. 

• Julie gives actionable insights to understand customer needs, 
• Her strategy behind choosing product types, 
• And how to utilize video and optimized descriptions on Etsy listings. 

I hope this episode gives you a resource to begin optimizing your digital product sales through targeted strategies and SEO best practices.

Chapters

0:00 Julie Berninger - Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast Recording (2024-01-09 09_37 GMT-5)

00:37 Welcome to the World of Digital Products and Etsy

01:04 Julie's Journey: From Corporate to Etsy Success

03:57 The Power of Partnerships in Business

06:06 Niche Down or Diversify? Strategies for Digital Product Sellers

08:17 The Magic of Seasonal Products and Targeting Group Gifts

14:29 Navigating Copycats and Protecting Your Digital Products

16:16 Embracing Imitation and Finding Your Unique Edge

21:15 Navig

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Maximizing Digital PR for Your Business with Follow Through Fridays

In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast, I review Wednesday's discussion with public relations expert Jane Hunt.

Watch or listen as I create a media page for her website, collageandwood.com.

I explain my process and offers a guide on how to make such a page easy to find.

Additionally, I talk about my dream (ha!) to enhance her brand's online presence through networking with journalists and providing unique value propositions.

BAM: Did you know about the SEO squad, an SEO support group for website optimization. 

Thanks for listening!!

00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays!

00:44 Creating a Media Page: A Step-by-Step Guide

02:43 Managing Overwhelm as an Entrepreneur

03:28 Building Public Relations and Brand Positioning

04:24 Finding Unique Angles for Your Business

05:52 Introducing the SEO Squad: A Supportive Community

06:42 Encouragement to Implement and Move Forward

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SEO In Flux: 2024 is the year of Google Updates and SEO changes.

Stop Buying Links!

Guest Jane Hunt, CEO and Co-founder of JBH, a digital PR and SEO agency, shares insights on the synergy between digital PR and SEO, the shift from content marketing to specialized digital PR, and the significant role of relevance and quality in backlinks.

Jane shares the misconception that  backlink VOLUME is required for good SEO; emphasizing instead the impact of building a RELEVANT and QUALITY backlink profile.

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Jane shares common mistakes businesses make in PR and SEO. 

• Overlooking content relevance
•  The pitfalls of link buying 
• And the threat of penalties from Google.

Instead, Jane advises businesses to consider strategic public relations to enhance visibility and brand credibility.

Tune in to learn more!

00:58 Introducing Jane Hunt from JBH

01:28 The Evolution of JBH: From Digital PR to SEO

02:01 Discovering the Synergy Between PR and SEO

02:44 Specializing in Digital PR: A Strategic Shift

03:38 The Comprehensive Approach to Digital PR

04:07 Exploring the Depths of PR Beyond Link Building

05:49 Press Releases vs. Digital PR: Understanding the Difference

07:09 Decoding PR, Marketing, and Advertising

08:56 The Multifaceted Role of Today's Marketers

09:24 Measuring the Impact of PR and SEO Efforts

11:16 The Power of Quality Over Quantity in Backlinks

12:49 A Success Story: The Impact of PR on Sales

14:55 The Added Value of Digital PR

15:40 Preparing for a Public Relations Campaign

17:18 Navigating the Intersection of SEO and Public Relations

20:17 Common Mistakes in Digital PR and How to Avoid Them

23:40 The Potential Impact of Controversial Campaigns

25:16 Pra

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In this Follow up Friday episode, hosted by Crystal Waddell, discussions revolved around recent developments in SEO, particularly Google's crackdown on Black Hat SEO techniques and the mass production of AI content for manipulating rankings. 

Crystal highlighted the importance of due diligence in SEO practices and shared insights from guest Sophia Vega on managing bad backlinks and innovative strategies like being seen as alternatives to popular platforms for better search visibility. 

The episode also emphasized the utility of podcasts for gaining backlinks and concluded with philosophical reflections on the value of the journey over outcomes. 

Crystal also invited listeners to join the SEO squad for further support and guidance.

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00:00 Welcome to Follow Up Fridays: A Week in SEO

00:13 The Impact of Google's Crackdown on Black Hat SEO (Latest Update)

00:42 Sophia Vega's Insights on SEO and Backlinks

01:47 Practical SEO Strategies and Personal Reflections

03:59 Join the SEO Squad: An Invitation

04:30 Closing Thoughts and Invitation to Join SEO Squad

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Thinking about transitioning into an SEO career?

Today I'm talking with Sophia Vega, an experienced digital marketer specializing in SEO. 

1. Teachers make great digital marketing assistants.

• Sophia discusses her transition from a 15-year teaching career into digital marketing.
• Sophia learned about SEO and went back to school briefly to learn more.

2. Sophia shares about her mental health.

• We discuss the intertwined relationship of mental health and career choices. 
• You can always be replaced at your job; you can't be replaced as easily as a spouse or parent.

3. SEO is critical for effective marketing.

• Part of this is understanding customer journeys.
• Also important is implementing meaningful backlinks

4. Entrepreneurs can improve their website SEO.

• Track certain metrics to  to understand what works and what doesn't. 
• Develop a keyword strategy to enhance website visibility and performance.

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02:47 Transition from Teaching to Digital Marketing

03:45 Understanding the Importance of SEO

04:18 The Role of Strategy in Digital Marketing

05:41 The Importance of Backlinks and SEO Strategy

07:22 Incorporating PR Strategies into Digital Businesses

10:51 Understanding the Value of Quality Backlinks

17:59 Understanding the Importance of Quality Backlinks

18:04 Introduction to Long Tail Keywords and Search Intent

19:50 Understanding the Buyer Funnel

20:22 Creating Content for Differe

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Today I talk about the impact of writing a blog article that wins traffic for your website.

This is the senior night blog article I talk about in the episode.

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00:00 Introduction and Recap of the Week

00:25 The Power of SEO and Content Creation

02:10 Success Stories: SEO in Action

03:20 Join the SEO Squad: Boost Your Business

03:30 Closing Thoughts and Preview of Next Episode

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Leveraging AI for Content Writing and SEO: A Chat with Tom Winter

Today I'm talking with Tom Winter.

Tom designed the content research and writing tool, SEOWind.

Tom's unique "Cyborg Method combines AI and  human innovation, for content creation and SEO. 

• Great content can be ai or human generated BUT the key is researching and understanding search intent in SEO.
• The number one thing you can do today:  optimize old content 
• Tom's prediction is that humans and AI will collaborate effectively to create more impactful and valuable content. 

Tom's BIG BRAIN POINT: AI is currently underutilized. While AI (LLMs) is a powerful tool, its real worth shines when guided by human judgment and employed to perform specific, repetitive tasks.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:41 Tom Winter's Journey into AI and SEO

00:54 The Birth of SEO Wind

01:22 Tom's Entrepreneurial Journey

02:12 The Challenges of Content Creation

03:08 Understanding Content Briefs and Search Intent

03:33 The Role of AI in Content Creation

04:51 The Importance of Research in Content Creation

05:37 How Google Evaluates Content

06:57 The Risk Google Takes with Search Results

07:43 The Role of AI in SEO

09:21 The Importance of Helpful and Valuable Content

10:52 The Power of AI in Content Research

12:29 The Future of AI in Content Marketing

14:30 The Role of AI in Business Operations

15:39 The Importance of Context in AI

16:35 The Role of AI in SEO Optimization

19:52 The Future of AI in Business

23:46 The Importance of Content in Business

30:01 Conclusion and Contact Information

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The SEO Controversy: Is TikTok a search engine?

YES! I vote Tik Tok IS a search engine! 🤣🤣🤣

I recap some of the ideas given in Zoe Ashbridge's episode to optimize content for money keywords.

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Life's challenges make entrepreneurship hard

• Entrepreneurs have challenges when life competes with family's health issues and busy schedules.
• I shared the challenges I faced this week with consistency 
• That's why I love the advice from experts on this podcast.

Create on evergreen platforms like TikTok make content work harder FOR YOU.

• TikTok is often used as a search engine. 
• Listen as I create a TikTok video targeting the keyword "buy wooden letters."

My favorite SEO tools: Google Search Console and Surfer SEO

• Google Search Console is all you need to analyze keyword performance.
• Surfer SEO is the BEST software to create optimized content.

Tracking SEO efforts

• Based on Zoe's recommendations, I created a spreadsheet to track SEO performance.
• KPIs include page impressions, clicks, traffic, and revenue.

Putting Content to work

• I created content around the keyword "buy wooden letters" 
• I used Surfer's AI tool to write an article.
• Join my SEO squad and  keep moving forward.

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Zoe Ashbridge, an expert in digital marketing, shares valuable insights and strategies for small business owners aiming to boost their SEO.

Zoe provides a step-by-step guide to building topical authority, stressing its importance for businesses wanting to improve visibility online.

Other topics discussed include the creation of brand advocates, qualifying leads through SEO, and the caution in using artificial intelligence for content creation.

If you are looking for practical and tactical ways to use Google search console data to formulate strategies, this episode is for you!

Zoe gives tips on how to use GSC for user journey mapping, goal setting, and key performance indicators monitoring.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:28 Zoe's Journey into SEO
01:38 Zoe's SEO Blast on LinkedIn
02:53 The Importance of Content in SEO
03:54 Using Google Search Console for SEO
05:05 Creating Content Around Keywords
06:21 Building Topical Authority
08:32 The Role of Video in SEO
10:37 Creating Content Based on Customer Journey
11:00 The Importance of Keywords in SEO
16:03 Creating Content for Future SEO Benefits
17:02 Balancing Immediate Revenue Needs with SEO
18:20 Setting Up Google Search Console and Analytics
18:45 The Impact of SEO on Other Marketing Channels
19:32 Transitioning to SEO Goals and KPIs
19:52 Understanding the Flow of SEO: Impressions, Clicks, Revenue
21:19 The Role of Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) in SEO
21:43 Using Data to Improve Website Interactions
23:37 The Importance of Experimentation in SEO
24:44 Qualifying Leads with SEO
28:17 Nurturing Brand Advocates
31:22 SEO Strategies for 2024: Topical Authority and Cautious Use of AI
32:47 Connecting with Zoe Ashbridge
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Today I'm discussing e-commerce store success on Shopify platform with Google traffic. 

• Get creative with your return policy as you need to stay profitable!
• Why I don't sell on Facebook or Instagram shops!
• Amazon return policy conflicts and my workaround.
• SEO plays a critical role for small businesses to compete online! 
• Leverage higher domain authority sites.
• Focus and promote a single product: optimizing the website, creating topical authority, and improving conversion rates. 

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:15 Background of My E-commerce Store
00:45 Challenges with Amazon and Social Media Shops
01:56 Success with Shopify and Google
03:13 Importance of SEO and Organic Marketing
03:51 Why SEO is Critical for Handmade Sellers
05:29 Leveraging High Domain Authority Sites
06:47 The Power of Topical Authority
08:05 Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
09:22 Recap and Key Takeaways
10:08 Invitation to the SEO Challenge
10:54 Conclusion and Farewell

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Optimizing SEO Strategies: Understanding Conversion Rate (Not just driving traffic!)

In the episode of the 'Simple and Smart SEO Show', host Crystal Waddell discusses with guest Nina Gibson about the misconception that driving traffic results in conversion. 

We talk conversion rate optimization, sales funnel, and nurturing customers through an email list.

If you didn't know, it's important to separate the tasks of driving traffic and converting sales. Incorporating an SEO strategy can make this process way more cohesive than NOT incomporating SEO.

We also talk about setting up websites with a focus on user experience and SEO, how to develop internal linking, the importance of Google Search Console. 

This is a great episode for beginners in SEO and those looking for 2024 optimization strategies for creating content with transactional / commercial intent.

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00:00 Introduction to Conversion Rate Optimization and SEO
00:31 Welcome to the Simple and Smart SEO Show
00:56 Interview with SEO Expert Nina Gibson
02:36 Discussion on SEO and its Evolution
03:59 The Convergence of SEO and User Experience
05:57 The Importance of Keyword Research in SEO
09:13 The Role of User Experience in Website Optimization
13:42 The Impact of SEO on E-commerce
16:59 The Importance of Interlinking in SEO
18:40 Workflow Suggestions for Tracking Changes
19:52 Expectations for Improvement After Changes
21:15 Identifying Low Hanging Fruit
22:30 Implementing SEO Strategy and Retargeting Campaign
22:44 Understanding Your KPIs Before Ad Spend
27:00 Driving Better Converting Traffic
31:56 Creating Content that Connects with Your Person
34:49 Contact Information and Ideal Client Identification

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Simple and Smart SEO for Podcasters in 2024

In this podcast, Crystal Waddell, host of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, explains the basics of SEO (search engine optimization) and its implications for podcasters in 2024. Crystal discusses major changes in SEO, with a particular focus on Search Generative Experience (SGE) and the issues it presents. Crystal also delves deeply into how podcasters can leverage SEO, from the inclusion of keyword research and understanding search intent, to transcript uploading for enhanced visibility. She highlights SEO mistakes that podcasters commonly make and even provides a checklist for podcasters to improve their SEO. Crystal wraps up by mentioning the resources she offers, including an SEO squad for continuous learning.

00:00 Introduction and Overview of SEO
00:56 Changes in SEO in 2024
02:23 How Podcasters Can Leverage SEO
05:19 Personal Experience with SEO for Podcasting
06:41 Common Mistakes Podcasters Make with SEO
07:31 Checklist for Improving Podcast SEO
08:45 Resources for Learning More About SEO
09:23 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Let's talk about how SEO = branding.

Join us for a conversation about the integration of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and branding.

Sign Up For Our three-day challenge.

The challenge is designed to help businesses optimize their websites and improve their branding efforts.

Join as a FOUNDING MEMBER of the SEO SQUAD.

Host Crystal Waddell discusses the profound link between SEO and branding, explaining that SEO is how the internet describes your business while offline. 

Joined by her friend and business partner, Rachael Spiewak, they discuss their upcoming three-day challenge, which has helped lead to the launch of an SEO membership, the 'SEO Squad.' 

This membership enables business owners to better optimize their websites and features different tiers to accommodate individuals at differing points in their entrepreneurial journey. 

A key focus of this episode is the power of niche branding and the importance of being 'niche famous.' Shout out to Tom Earl for that phrase! 

The three-day challenge discussed will take place again at the end of February, free for all who want to participate and supercharge their SEO.

00:00 Introduction to SEO as Branding

00:57 Discussion on Three Day Challenges

01:06 The Journey of Launching an SEO Membership

02:51 The Concept of Founder's Launch

06:06 The Upcoming Three Day Challenge

09:43 The Importance of SEO in Branding

14:10 The Power of Niche Fame in SEO

19:53 The SEO Squad: A Community for SEO Learning

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