SEO Updates – May 26, 2023

SEO Updates – May 26, 2023

Save the Date for the Local SEO 2.0 Launch

Happy Friday! (& 3-day weekend if you’re in the US…)

We have an exciting update on the Local SEO Course 2.0 – a launch date!

Friday, June 9th you will be able to access the FULL course. If you haven’t watched the 1st module, be sure to catch up on the course before next Friday.

Victor has been diligently preparing for the upcoming release, so you don’t want to miss out on his knowledge nuggets.

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If you’re unsure about the ideal choice for your clients, we highly recommend utilizing our comprehensive buying guides. Each guide is designed to provide tailored recommendations for various scenarios:

By leveraging these resources, you can make informed decisions that align perfectly with your clients’ needs.

🌟 In addition to the local SEO course, we are almost done revamping and enhancing the Whitelabel sales materials to offer you an even more powerful prospecting framework.

You’ll save valuable time while producing exceptional sales enablement resources tailored specifically to your business. Brace yourself for an elevated sales experience!

Missed our Q2 webinar?

You can watch the replay here and learn about the essential optimizations required to rank your online entity and boost your SEO performance!

In this week’s episode of the SEO Vault, we explored the various ways to utilize the different plugins available within GPT-4, showcasing the expanded capabilities of this powerful language model. Instead of discussing the release itself, we delved into the practical applications and benefits of leveraging these plugins for different tasks.

Another topic covered in the episode was the expansion of language assistance selection within Google Business Profiles. Google continues to prioritize inclusivity and accessibility by offering language support to a broader range of users.

Additionally, we discussed Google’s recent tests involving the placement of a “Services” button at the forefront of local and map search results. This change aims to streamline the user journey, allowing individuals to quickly access information about the services offered by a business without the need to navigate through multiple pages. By prominently featuring the “Services” button, Google aims to improve user convenience and help businesses showcase their offerings more effectively… + other SEO news mentioned below…

SEO Updates & News:

Google Business Profiles Expanding Language Assistance Selection

John Mueller Of Google On Gambling With SEO Shortcuts

Google Search Console Reporting Glitch With Video Traffic May 4-17

> Google Rich Results Test Tool Gains Brings Back Code Button 

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To Your Success,
The Web 20 Team

Local SEO Case Study For A Multi-Location Franchise Business In The Sports Medicine Industry

Are you wondering how to effectively rank multi-location clients and achieve impressive local SEO results? Read this case study to see the exemplary Local SEO approach that delivered outstanding outcomes for our multi-location franchise client.

Specifically, we will explore the utilization of our Bulk Onboarding/Implementation capabilities and the strategic advantages provided by our Agency Partnership Program.

This Week in the Local SEO Community

This Week on The SEO Vault
Episode 192

Hosts: Mike Milas + Victor Perez

What we discussed this week…

✔️ Further uses of AI outside of the content

✔️ How to use different plugins for multilanguage SEO.

✔️ Google Business Profiles Expanding Language Assistance Selection

Watch the Latest SEO Vault episode to catch up on the most recent local update and so much more.

Answered: Should we stop putting our services as products?

Don’t forget The SEO Vault airs live on the Web 2.0 Ranker Facebook and YouTube every Thursday at 2 pm EST.

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SEO Updates – May 19, 2023

SEO Updates – May 19, 2023

⚡ Victor is Working on Major Value for You…

🔧 Victor has been hard at work, gearing up to release the much-awaited LCT Local SEO Course 3.0 within the next month. If you want to be among the first to know about updates and even suggest topics? Join our LCT FB group, where Victor shares the latest developments.

🌟 Speaking of updates, Victor has also been refining the Whitelabel sales materials to provide you with a more effective prospecting framework.
Now you’ll save time while creating top-notch sales enablement pieces tailored for your business. Get ready to up your sales game! 💼

Didn’t get a chance to attend our Q2 webinar?

You can watch the replay right here. Learn everything about the vital optimizations required to rank your online entity and supercharge your SEO performance. 🔥

🧪 Stay ahead of the curve by exploring The Mad Scientist’s 2023 Q1 SEO Test Report, where you’ll learn about indexation, citations, and the impact of AI content. And guess what? We have new tests coming soon, so stay tuned!

On this week’s SEO episode, we discussed the importance of a well-structured multi-language site. It allows businesses to reach a wider audience and improve SEO performance across different language versions. We shared tips on content organization, hreflang tags, and translation optimization.
Another topic we covered was Google’s reduction of local pack results in web search. This change can affect businesses trying to improve local visibility. We explored the reasons behind it and provided insights on adapting local SEO strategies accordingly.
We also talked about Google Bard’s new feature displaying citations, similar to Bing Chat. This can provide users with more context and credibility in search results. We discussed optimizing content to benefit from this update and attract organic traffic.

Lastly, we discussed Google’s helpful content update, which can demote or promote content based on quality and usefulness. We shared strategies for creating authoritative content that aligns with Google’s guidelines and can improve visibility and rankings, + other SEO news mentioned below…

SEO Updates & News:

Google +Topic Search Bar Refinements Finally Goes Live On Desktop

Google Helpful Content Update Can Demote & Now Promote Content

Google Bard Now Shows Citations Like Bing Chat

> Google: No Plans For Historical Data With Search Console to BigQuery Bulk Data Export 

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5 Things You Need To Do In The First 3 Months Of A Campaign To Boost Traffic And Rankings

Ready to skyrocket your client’s SEO campaign? This comprehensive guide has got you covered with everything you need to kickstart a successful campaign. Discover proven strategies and insider tips that will ramp up your website’s traffic and rankings in just three months!

Learn how to optimize your content, leverage social media, and employ powerful SEO techniques to captivate your target audience.

This Week in the Local SEO Community

This Week on The SEO Vault
Episode 191

Hosts: Mike Milas + Victor Perez

What we discussed this week…

✔️ How to improve SEO performance across different language versions

✔️ The new updates to the helpful content system that it can now not only demote unhelpful content but now also promote

✔️ Google Bard now shows citations like Bing Chat

Watch the Latest SEO Vault episode to catch up on the most recent local update and so much more.

Answered: On location pages, do you link to the GBP for the business or to the address of the business?

Don’t forget The SEO Vault airs live on the Web 2.0 Ranker Facebook and YouTube every Thursday at 2 pm EST.

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SEO Updates – May 12, 2023

SEO Updates – May 12, 2023

Waiting for LCT’s Local SEO Course 3.0? We’ve Got an Update.

🥳 Happy Friday! 

If you’ve been waiting for the LCT Local SEO Course 3.0, we’ve got some exciting updates!

Victor is currently busting his ass to complete the course within the next month. To follow along with updates and suggest topics for the course, be sure to join the LCT FB group. Victor has been discussing it there!

We’ve also carefully curated Web 20’s best local SEO resources to help you get up to speed before the updated course is released…

1. Location Page Audit Checklist
2. Complete Google My Business Ranking Guide
3. Influential GMB Ranking Factors
4. Local SEO Backlink Strategy
5. GMB & Local SEO Metrics Reporting: How to Report Local Wins to Clients
6. Optimizing Your Website for Local Maps Ranking

Dive into these insightful resources and get ready to supercharge your local SEO game! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance.

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Missed our Q2 webinar?

You can watch the replay here and learn about the essential optimizations required to rank your online entity and boost your SEO performance!

🧪 🔍 The Mad Scientist’s 2023 Q1 SEO Test Report is also available. This report dives deep into indexation, citations, and the implications of AI content. We encourage you to check it out and stay tuned for new tests that we’ll be launching soon.

On this week’s episode of the SEO Vault, we discussed some exciting developments in the world of Google search. One of the most interesting topics covered was the Google Search Generative Experience, a new AI-powered search engine that generates tailored search results based on natural language queries.

Another topic of discussion was Google’s new AI-generated image label and metadata requirements. As part of Google’s ongoing efforts to improve the quality and accuracy of search results, the company has introduced a new requirement for website owners to provide more detailed and accurate metadata for their images

We also covered some interesting insights from John Mueller, a Webmaster Trends Analyst at Google. Mueller discussed the importance of high-quality content in SEO but also noted that the value of content depends on a variety of factors, including user intent, relevance, and context. This highlights the importance of taking a holistic approach to SEO, focusing not only on content quality, but also on user intent, relevance, and context… + other SEO news mentioned below…

SEO Updates & News:

The Google Search Generative Experience – All New AI Google Search Engine

Google: No Healthy Percentage Of Traffic For Googlebot Activity

Google About This Image Snippet Feature

> John Mueller: Google: High-Quality Content Might Still Be Of Low Value To The Web

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The Web 20 Team

Law Firm’s Phone Calls Increased 414% & Website Visits Increased 351% W/ Local SEO

Do you find it difficult to improve the ranking of your law clients on maps? Read this case study, which shows how our monthly Xtreme GBP campaigns boosted phone calls by 414% and website visits by 351% for a law firm that focuses on personal injury cases.

By utilizing optimized GBP, managing reviews, creating interesting monthly posts, and running paid advertising campaigns, we were able to achieve impressive outcomes in a mere three months.

This Week in the Local SEO Community

This Week on The SEO Vault
Episode 190

Hosts: Mike Milas + Victor Perez

What we discussed this week…

✔️ Google’s statement on the value of high-quality content to the web

✔️ The new AI-powered Google Search Generative Experience for personalized search

✔️ Effective backlink and high-authority article strategies for better search engine ranking

Watch the Latest SEO Vault episode to catch up on the most recent local update and so much more.

Don’t forget The SEO Vault airs live on the Web 2.0 Ranker Facebook and YouTube every Thursday at 2 pm EST.

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SEO Updates – May 5, 2023

SEO Updates – May 19, 2023

Mark is Back on the Vault…

Tired of researching and building links? Not enough hours in the day? Struggling to find additional link opportunities?

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Missed our Q2 webinar?

You can watch the replay here and learn about the essential optimizations required to rank your online entity and boost your SEO performance!

🧪 🔍 The Mad Scientist’s 2023 Q1 SEO Test Report is also available. This report dives deep into indexation, citations, and the implications of AI content. We encourage you to check it out and stay tuned for new tests that we’ll be launching soon.

This week’s episode of the SEO Vault featured some new and familiar faces in the SEO industry – Mark and Victor!

New tips for GBP profiles to avoid bulk verification delays were shared. They also discussed “Coming Back Soon” pages during site migrations, which can cause indexing issues and hurt your website’s rankings. Instead, use a temporary redirect to guide users to a relevant page.

John Mueller from Google also warned against relying on third-party metrics to disavow links, as Google uses its own algorithms to evaluate backlinks.

So we discussed alternative approaches to managing your backlinks + other SEO news mentioned below…

SEO Updates & News:

Microsoft Opens Bing Chat To All With New Upgrades

Google Analytics To Show UA3 Data For A Year After It Stops Collecting Data On July 1, 2023

> Danny Sulivan Google Discover Won’t Show Content Filtered By SafeSearch, Says Google

> Poll: Most SEOs Got Started By Reading & Practicing Alone

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The Web 20 Team

Custom Signals Expectations Guide

Are you looking for a way to outperform your competitors in the search engine rankings? Read this blog to find out the power of custom link research and signals to gain a competitive edge in your industry.

By leveraging this strategy, you can uncover valuable insights into your competitors’ SEO tactics and use that information to improve your own search engine performance.

This Week in the Local SEO Community

This Week on The SEO Vault
Episode 189

Hosts: Mike Milas + Mark Luckenbaugh + Victor Perez

What we discussed this week…

✔️Google: Avoid Using “Coming Back Soon” Pages For Site Migrations

✔️ Microsoft opening up Bing Chat to everyone and adding new features

✔️ Google’s tips on how to avoid bulk verification delays of GBP profiles

Watch the Latest SEO Vault episode to catch up on the most recent local update and so much more.

Don’t forget The SEO Vault airs live on the Web 2.0 Ranker Facebook and YouTube every Thursday at 2 pm EST.

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SEO Updates – April 28, 2023

SEO Updates – May 19, 2023

Stay on Top of the Latest AI Search & SEO Testing

We have some exciting updates to share with you, so let’s dive right in.

Firstly, we have added nearly 90 new opportunities to our Niche Guest Posts. You’ll find new options in pretty much every niche, so be sure to check them out!

🧪 The SEO Mad Scientist’s Q1 Test Report is out now, exploring indexation, citations, and implications of AI content. It’s our first report of 2023, so be sure to follow along. We will be launching new tests shortly as well!

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In this week’s episode of the SEO Vault, we discussed the latest updates from Google. One of the major updates was the Google April 2023 Reviews Update, which has finished rolling out. The update has affected the way Google displays reviews on the SERP and has caused fluctuations in website rankings.

Google Ads is testing a Gold Verification Badge for businesses. The badge will indicate that a business has been verified by Google as a legitimate and trustworthy business. This badge will give businesses an advantage over their competitors and help them stand out in the marketplace.

We also discussed the results of a poll that looked into how often search marketers use ChatGPT, Bing Chat, Google Bard, and traditional search. ChatGPT and other chatbots are becoming increasingly popular among search marketers for their speed and efficiency. However, traditional search is still the preferred choice for many search marketers as it provides a more comprehensive and detailed search experience. It’s important for businesses to consider both options when developing their SEO strategy.

SEO Updates & News:

Microsoft: Bing Chat To Show Referrer Analytics Data In Coming Weeks

Google April 2023 Reviews Update Done Rolling Out

Google Search Update Fixes Some Problematic Site Names

> Poll: How Often Search Marketers Are Using ChatGPT, Bing Chat & Google Bard vs Traditional Search

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Why Is Targeted Media Outreach Important?

Are you wondering why targeted media outreach is so important for your client’s business? Read this blog to learn how reaching out to the right people through the right channels can greatly benefit your brand’s exposure and reputation.

The article explains how targeted media outreach can help you connect with your desired audience, increase your online presence, and establish your business as an industry leader.

This Week in the Local SEO Community

This Week on The SEO Vault
Episode 188

Hosts: Mike Milas + Sophie Allen

What we discussed this week…

✔️Google finishing rolling out the April 2023 Reviews Update

✔️ Google is sending text messages to businesses to verify their Google Business Profile information

✔️ Google testing a gold verification badge for Google Ads

Watch the Latest SEO Vault episode to catch up on the most recent local update and so much more.

Don’t forget The SEO Vault airs live on the Web 2.0 Ranker Facebook and YouTube every Thursday at 2 pm EST.

Interested in being a guest on the vault!? Sign up now
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 🧑‍🔬Hey Scientists! 🔬

We are out gathering results from our latest test. We currently have inconclusive data…

Join us next month for a full update on the results (inconclusive or not)…