SEO Is Not That Hard

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Send a text Want to know how to supercharge your rank and rent websites? Discover how Leapfrog Rank and Rent can transform your lead generation game by blending SEO with PPC for maximum impact. Join me, Ed Dawson, as we explore this innovative twist on the traditional rank and rent model, popularized by John Dykstra. In this episode, we'll break down the essentials of the rank and rent strate...

Send a text Ever wondered how to turn a small project into a million-pound success? In this episode, I, Ed Dawson, share my personal journey from building broadband.co.uk, a UK broadband comparison website, to selling it to Genie Ventures in 2021. Learn the strategic moves behind growing and eventually cashing in on a high-performing site, and why transparency in sharing successful case studies ca...

Send a text Unlock the secrets behind the long-term success in SEO and understand why the allure of quick fixes often leads to disappointment. If you're looking to build a sustainable online presence, this episode is your roadmap. We break down the recent August 2024 core update and use it as a case study to illustrate why recoveries from significant algorithm changes require both patience an...

Send a text Unlock the secrets of HTTP response codes and elevate your SEO strategy in today's episode of "SEO is not that hard" with your host, Ed Dawson. Ever wondered how to preserve your hard-earned SEO value when moving or deleting web pages? Discover why the 200 OK code is the linchpin of successful HTTP requests, ensuring that Googlebot and web browsers recognize and serve yo...

Send a text Can you imagine turning your SEO game around with just a few strategic tweaks? Join me, Ed Dawson, on this episode of "SEO is Not That Hard" as we uncover the journey from understanding web crawlers to mastering zero volume keywords. We'll demystify how Googlebot indexes new content, the critical role of web hosting in your site's performance, and the nuanced craft...

Send a text Want to protect your site from Google penalties and improve your SEO game? Join me, Ed Dawson, in part 25 of our SEO A to Z series as we explore the intricacies of UGC links, unnatural links, URLs, and user experience (UX). Learn how to leverage user-generated content links to safeguard your site, understand why Google may penalize unnatural links, and grasp the importance of clean, na...

Send a text Unlock the secrets to mastering SEO with Ed Dawson in this enlightening episode of "SEO is Not That Hard." Ever wondered how to make your website a user-friendly haven and Google-friendly powerhouse? We'll reveal the importance of taxonomy in organizing your content and the essentials of technical SEO, including crawlability, indexability, page speed, and sitemaps. You&a...

Send a text Google today launched the rollout of their August 2024 Core Update. The rollout will take up to 1 month to complete. Will this help sites affected by the Helpful Content Updates? Googles Blog Post announcing the update - https://developers.google.com/search/blog/2024/08/august-2024-core-update?hl=en Googles updated advice on dealing with core update changes - https://developers.google....

Send a text SEO Is Not That Hard is hosted by Edd Dawson and brought to you by KeywordsPeopleUse.com Help feed the algorithm and leave a review at ratethispodcast.com/seo You can get your free copy of my 101 Quick SEO Tips at: https://seotips.edddawson.com/101-quick-seo-tips To get a personal no-obligation demo of how KeywordsPeopleUse could help you boost your SEO and get a 7 day FREE trial of ou...

Send a text What if you could turn your SEO efforts into a science experiment? Today on "SEO is Not That Hard," Ed Dawson dives into part 22 of our SEO A to Z series, guiding you through the nuances of SEO testing and snippet optimization. You'll learn how to scientifically test changes on your site to determine what truly impacts your traffic levels, especially if you're manag...

Send a text Ever wondered how the landscape of digital marketing is transforming with SaaS and SEO? Join me, Ed Dawson, as I unpack the game-changing benefits of software as a service and its pivotal role in evolving digital strategies. Learn how Schema can fine-tune your content for Google's ever-watchful eyes and discover the ins and outs of web scraping to enhance your data game. Whether y...

Send a text Ever wondered why some websites always seem to have the freshest content for trending topics? Discover the power of "Query Deserves Freshness" (QDF), a pivotal ranking factor for news-related searches. We'll debunk the myth that every query demands new content and show you when freshness really matters. Plus, learn the ins and outs of the "rank and rent" strate...

Send a text Imagine transforming your SEO strategy with proven techniques that stand the test of time. Join me, Ed Dawson, as I recount the seismic shift brought about by Google's 2012 Penguin update and how it revolutionized my approach to link-building. Discover the power of Google's "People Also Ask" feature for extracting valuable keyword insights, and learn why personaliza...

Send a text Ever wondered what Google truly perceives as a document? Join me, Ed Dawson, as we unlock the secrets to what actually influences your webpage's performance in the latest episode of "SEO is Not That Hard." Get ready to uncover how Google views PDFs, images, and more as documents and why page speed is not just a technical detail but a game-changer for your website's...

Send a text What if you could supercharge your SEO efforts without relying solely on link building? In this episode, discover the untapped potential of off-page SEO techniques that go beyond the basics. Join me, Ed Dawson, as I share my 20 years of experience in SEO, affiliate marketing, and entrepreneurship. We explore how content marketing, social media promotion, and setting up your Google My B...

Send a text Ever wondered how to turn your passion into a profitable niche site, even with Google's relentless updates? Join me, Ed Dawson, on "SEO is Not That Hard," as we unravel the mysteries behind building successful niche websites and the impact of Google's Helpful Content Update on the niche site community. We’ll break down how to capitalize on your interests, navigate t...

Send a text Could your website be underperforming without you even knowing it? Today, on "SEO is Not That Hard," I'm Ed Dawson and we're going to unlock the secrets behind effective SEO strategies that can transform your online presence. This episode kicks off with the power of main content (MC) and why it's the lifeblood of your webpage, driving user engagement through te...

Send a text Ready to unravel the secrets of SEO and skyrocket your website’s rankings? Join me, Ed Dawson, on "SEO is Not That Hard" where we demystify SEO from link profiles to LSI keywords. Discover how your website's link profile can either boost or harm your SEO efforts and understand the risks involved in link selling and link spam, including the dreaded Google penalties. We&ap...

Send a text Unlock the secrets to creating powerful landing pages and mastering lead generation with insights from Ed Dawson, the seasoned expert behind KeywordsPeopleUse.com. We'll guide you through the dual roles of landing pages, explaining how they can be both the first point of entry and specialized tools for targeted marketing. Learn the art of collecting pre-qualified contact details f...

Send a text Are you inadvertently sabotaging your SEO efforts by targeting the same keywords across multiple pages? Join me, Ed Dawson, as we unravel the mysteries of keyword cannibalization and reveal how consolidating your content can significantly boost your rankings. We'll introduce you to the power of keyword clustering, a game-changing technique that groups related keywords to optimize...

Send a text Unlock the full potential of your SEO strategy with our latest episode, where Ed Dawson promises to reveal crucial insights that can transform your website's visibility. Ever wondered why some images make it to Google's Image Search while others don't? Or how Google's indexing decisions can make or break your site? This episode delves into the essentials—image sitem...

Send a text Ever wondered if your SEO strategy is missing some vital elements? This episode of "SEO is Not That Hard" promises to enlighten you on the critical aspects that can make or break your online visibility. Host Ed Dawson brings you a treasure trove of insights, starting with the importance of H1 tags and how a well-optimized, keyword-rich H1 can significantly impact your page&ap...

Send a text Ever wondered how to truly crack Google's SEO code? This episode of "SEO is Not That Hard" promises to arm you with the knowledge and strategies that can elevate your website's visibility. Join me, Ed Dawson, as we delve into the often-overlooked world of Google’s patent applications and their hidden secrets about search ranking algorithms. Discover how to use Googl...

Send a text Can GA4 make or break your SEO strategy? On this episode of "SEO is Not That Hard," I, Ed Dawson, unravel the complexities surrounding Google Analytics 4 and why it's not the crowd-pleaser that Universal Analytics was. Discover the pitfalls of GA4’s clunky interface and why I’ve switched to using Clicky for clearer, more intuitive insights. We’ll also break down the conc...