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Local SEO Dominance
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Platform Focus: Google Business Profile, Google Maps, Yelp
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Core Tactic: Optimize for "near me" searches, reviews, and local citations (e.g., "BBQ spots in Missoula", "Best Roofing Company in Broomfield).
Content Hub Strategy
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Platform Focus: Google (Blogs/Guides), YouTube (Video FAQ Content)
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Core Tactic: Cluster long-form guides around pillar topics (e.g., "Ultimate BBQ Smoking Techniques", "5 Things to Check, to Help Preserve your Roof this Summer") to establish authority.
Technical SEO Precision
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Platform Focus: Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, Weezle SEO
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Core Tactic: Fix crawl errors, optimize site speed, and implement schema markup for rich snippets.
Video-First SEO
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Platform Focus: YouTube, Google Video Carousels
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Core Tactic: Keyword-optimized tutorials, FAQs, or behind-the-scenes content (e.g., "How to Smoke Brisket Like a Pro").
Mobile-First Indexing
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Platform Focus: Mobile SERPs, Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP)
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Core Tactic: Simplify navigation, compress images, and prioritize mobile page speed (<1.5s load time).
National SEO / Press Releases
Platform Focus tailored to Different Personas: State-Specific Google Searches (GBP), Accessibility, languages. Show you are the Expert in your Field!
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Core Tactic: Hreflang tags (For language updated), localized keywords, and culturalized content (e.g., "Best BBQ in USA").
tactics x update SEO
- Keyword Targeting
Local SEO: Targets geo-specific phrases ("BBQ Missoula MT").
Content Hubs: Focus on broad, informational keywords ("how to smoke ribs").
- Content Depth
Content Hubs: 2,000+ word authoritative guides.
Video SEO: 5-10 minute videos with timestamps for YouTube algorithm favor.
- Technical Requirements
Technical SEO: Fixing server errors and broken links.
Mobile-First: Optimizing responsive design and AMP.
- Competition Scope
Local SEO: Compete within a 20-mile radius.
Global SEO: Battling international players in multilingual SERPs.
- Update Frequency
Content Hubs: Refresh posts every 6 months.
Video SEO: Upload weekly to stay relevant in YouTube trends.
- User Intent Focus
Technical SEO: Prioritizes crawler accessibility.
Mobile-First: Optimizes for mobile user experience (thumb-friendly CTAs).
- Platform Algorithms
Local SEO: Google’s "Prominence, Proximity, Relevance" triad.
Video SEO: YouTube’s watch time and engagement metrics.
- Structured Data Use
Technical SEO: Implements schema for FAQs, recipes, or events.
Global SEO: Uses hreflang tags for language/country targeting.
- ROI Timeline
Technical SEO: Results in 1-3 months (faster indexing).
Content Hubs: 6-12 months to rank but long-term traffic.
- Competitor Blind Spots
Local SEO: Exploit rivals’ weak GBP profiles (incomplete hours, missing FAQs).
Video SEO: Capitalize on underserved YouTube search queries.
results x metrics to watch/ adjust
1. organic traffic growth
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Watch: Monthly visitors from search engines.
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Adjust: If stagnant, refine keyword targeting or improve content quality.
2. keyword rankings
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(Top 3 vs Top 10)
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Watch: % of keywords in top 3 positions (drives 75% of clicks).
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Adjust: Boost underperforming pages with internal linking or meta tag tweaks.
3. core web vitals score
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Watch: LCP (Loading), FID (Interactivity), CLS (Visual Stability).
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Adjust: Compress images, remove render-blocking JavaScript, or upgrade hosting.
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Why These Matter:
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Traffic Growth = Visibility.
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Top 3 Rankings = Click dominance.
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Core Web Vitals = User experience + Google ranking boost.
Pro Tip: Pair Local SEO with Google Posts (e.g., "Summer BBQ Special!") to dominate map packs, and use Video SEO to answer "how-to" queries YouTube often prioritizes over blogs. Adjust strategies monthly based on metric trends!