Archive for 'Search Engine Optimization'
Is Google Certification Real?
Is Google Certification Real? There have been many rumors over the years regarding SEO certification from the major search engines, such as Google, Yahoo and Bing. Some companies claim that they are “SEO certified” by Google to deliver the best SEO practices. Simply put, there aren’t any forms of SEO certification or approval that are [...]
Full StoryHow Will Google Bid-per-Call Affect Online Marketing Efforts
The Pay-per-Call will affect online marketing companies and online marketing in general. In industries with a lot of competition being on the top of the paid advertising ranking can greatly affect your business. Online marketing companies should consider Bid-per-Call a substantial part of their marketing effort.
Full StoryGoogle Instant Pages the New Way to Search
Google announced the new search feature Google Instant Pages accessible for Chrome 13 users that promises to save users two to five seconds when searching.
Full StoryFacebook and Google Launch Groupon Competitors, But What’s The Best Deal for Your Business?
Social giants Facebook and Google are jumping on the couponing bandwagon with the launch of Deals and Offers, respectively. Both companies recently unveiled deal features working with local businesses to offer discounts to subscribers like Groupon and Living Social.
Full StoryGoogle Unveils User-Ranked Search Results with the +1 Button
Google is slowly rolling out another layer of its social strategy with the addition of the +1 button. Found under each website or advertisement listing in a SERP (Search Engine Results Page), the +1 button allows users to give sites a public recommendation with one simple click.
Full StoryGoogle Places More Emphasis on Local Search with Place Search
Google has recently rolled out some dramatic changes to the way we view the SERPs (Search Engine Results Page) called Google Place Search. Google Place Search focuses more attention and emphasis on the local search listings. We highlight the Google Place Search major changes, its implications on search, and what this means for SEO efforts.
Full StoryHow to Select an SEO Company
When working with an internet marketing firm, the website owner and the SEO company must work as partners in developing a strong online presence if they want to survive in the tough world of the internet. In choosing the best SEO firm, the following tips may be helpful.
Full StoryIs it Possible to Increase Traffic without SEO?
Using search engine optimization (SEO) technique in internet marketing is said to be the golden rule in driving more traffic to a website. Everywhere you look and every page you turn, you will see traces of SEO. But is it really possible to increase website traffic without using SEO technique? The answer is a resounding “YES”.
Full StoryBlackHat SEO Techniques – 6 Ways to ban your website from Search Engines
There is always the temptation to achieve higher search engine rankings by taking shortcuts. The fact is, Search Engine Optimization is a continuous process and only organic techniques should be used. Using anything other than organic techniques will work for a little while, but there’s a very good chance your perceived success will be short-lived [...]
Full StoryUnqualified SEO Experts are like unqualified plumbers. How to Qualify your SEO Company.
Search Engine Optimization is a relatively new service and companies have been popping up for years claiming to be SEO Experts. Even the word “Expert” has somewhat lost it’s meaning. What things should you look for when selecting a SEO Professional? Here are 6 simple tips to help you from getting scammed when choosing an [...]
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