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| Gonzo SEO | Put on your white hat or black hat and get back to marketing! If you don’t like the way something is, be the leader and take the steps to fight back. It’s going to be hard, and it would be a lot easier to just write about it – but noth read more »
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A clever idea for sorting out who the real pros are among web metrics analysts. Hint: It involves the Samsung web browser. :-) read more »
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Matt McGee writes, "KGO-TV, the ABC affiliate in San Francisco, has a story online that follows a theme I’ve written about before: the Internet as a small business’s enemy. In the story, we learn that some small businesses in the town of San Anselmo read more »
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Headline Bonanza: a handy tip sheet of 52 ways to kick start your own brilliant headline. read more »
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Everyone has heard about the SEOmoz Pro Membership, but is it worth the price tag? I recently subscribed to their membership and this was my impression. read more »
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There are a number of great keyword research tools out there (paid tools and free tools, too). Many times, however, I really wonder if I’m doing enough work to get into the mind of the customers. Here are 3 ways you can learn what the customer is sa read more »
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It seems like over the last year more and more posts have come out criticizing SEO, questioning the use of standards, and all in all, casting a dark cloud over the industry that so many of us have grown to love. I think it's time we take a stand. read more »
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This is a great story (with plenty of pictures) about how two Internet marketers (Shoemoney and Purposeinc) raised money for Disabled Vets. read more »
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SEO isn’t a dying industry, it’s an evolving industry. Yes, the Search Engines’ algorithms are changing, but they always have – and always will. One thing you change today, may not work a week from now. Isn’t this how it has always been? read more »
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One of the best things about our industry, is how nice the people can be. This is a great example of just that, with a great lesson: instead of paying money for links, send gifts! read more »
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Taylor reminds us how important it is to have a "Thank You" page, whether asking someone to buy your product/service or asking them to subscribe to your site by email. read more »
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Comparing Microsoft's Web Analytics service "Gatineau" against Google Analytics. Who will come out on top??? read more »
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Mike McDonald had a nice chat about social media platforms with Brent Csutoras and Todd Malicoat of Stuntdubl at SES New York. Malicoat expresses his endorsement of Facebook, while Csutoras praises Twitter. Csutoras refers to Facebook as “toy” and d read more »
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If you are wondering how account management could cause you to lose a client, please pay close attention. In my experience, account management is almost as important as results. Clients typically terminate accounts when they are confused or just pla read more »
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Gonzo SEO explains why his blogroll carries names like Shana Albert, TheMadHat, Brian Chappell, Copyblogger, Matt McGee and others he calls "Gonzo SEOs" read more »
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When you hand an analytics report to your manager do you get that deer-in-the-headlights stare? Here are a few ways to fix that. read more »
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For the first time many have witnessed, Google is now serving unverified local listings in its blended local result plus boxes. read more »
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I've been hacked because of a plugin. Many others have as well. John Andrews has the scoop on why you should be hesitant. read more »
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Listen up, folks: there is a reason your clients hired you for this job – it’s because they aren’t experts or don’t have time to become one. So when you report to them weekly, monthly, or both, keep that in mind. To be blunt, you need to dumb it dow read more »
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The web is incredibly powerful and it can be used to generate huge amounts of publicity. Here's how you can develop maximal visibility for your personal brand and build a strong reputation in your chosen niche or industry. read more »
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Barry Schwartz reports on an insider tip that IAC may sell off or abandon their Ask.com search technology and outsource it to Google. read more »
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Already setting the foundation for the next generation of social media users. Thanks Kristen! (Social Media Mom) read more »
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Rhea has mind melded with her husband and he knows more about SEO than me. For example: Universal Search is a new reality show where they’re trying to find models. I totally didn't know that. read more »
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It was funny. If you desire any sort of stardom, you must read this guide. Includes: Spy Satellites, Polyphasic Sleeping, Cloning, Time Machines, and Teleporting. read more »
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A really comical post by Aaron (Mad Hat) about preparing a post for Sugarrae. Be sure to check out the video too ... Aaron I want to party with you! read more »
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