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How To Find Competitors’ Keywords: Tips & Tools
Discover how to find competitor keywords & gain a competitive edge in SEO. Outperform your competitors in SERPs with effective keyword targeting. The post How To Find Competitors’ Keywords: Tips & Tools appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
How Four Brands Won Gen Z Through Memes, Authenticity, and Community-Building
Building brand awareness isn’t just about making noise today — it’s about laying the groundwork for generating consistent demand tomorrow. Also, by reaching a broader audience, your brand can target customers from various backgrounds with different behaviors. Increased brand visibility means more eyes on your products or service, which translates into heightened interest and curiosity. By expanding this starting point, you’re casting a wider net, and scooping up more potential leads who might just turn into loyal customers. The Importance of Captivating Gen Z Audiences This is the era of the tech-savvy and socially conscious Gen Z. They represent a […]
Google Ads Now Being Mixed In With Organic Results via @sejournal, @brodieseo
Explore the change and impact of Google ads mixed with organic results on user experience and organic search results. The post Google Ads Now Being Mixed In With Organic Results appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
WordPress Releases Way To Build Sites On A Windows Desktop via @sejournal, @martinibuster
WordPress announced a Windows desktop app called Studio for creating sites & sharing them online. Why you need to download it right now The post WordPress Releases Way To Build Sites On A Windows Desktop appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
7 Google Alternatives for Search
For decades, search engine optimization (SEO) has been a critical component of any modern marketing strategy. But SEO doesn’t just mean Google: To the contrary, there are a number of alternative search engines worth exploring. I learned this first hand when I was working for a company with operations in China, where Google wasn’t accessible. While my team had been almost exclusively focused on optimizing for Google, it quickly became clear that we had to invest in SEO for platforms like Bing, Baidu, and other widely-used tools. Moreover, as generative AI has rapidly progressed, a wave of new AI-powered search […]
14 LinkedIn Banner Examples to Inspire Your Own
Recently, I came across the LinkedIn page of an unfamiliar brand. And as usual, my eyes went straight to the banner section first. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words. But to my surprise, nothing was there. This business didn’t bother to upload a customized LinkedIn banner. And just like that, I lost interest and left, without checking out other sections of their page. If you created a LinkedIn company page without a customized banner, this is not good enough. Why? Because it lowers your credibility and can discourage people from following and engaging with your brand. To […]
Doubts Emerge Over Alleged Google Data Leak via @sejournal, @martinibuster
Some search marketers are skeptical of connections between the alleged Google data leak and ranking factors The post Doubts Emerge Over Alleged Google Data Leak appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
How To Use The Google Ads Search Terms Report via @sejournal, @brookeosmundson
Discover the hidden powers of the Google Ads Search Terms Report to help maximize your Google Ads strategy and improve ROI. The post How To Use The Google Ads Search Terms Report appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
How to Write a Budget Proposal (+ Free Template)
The first time I was assigned to write a budget proposal, I stared anxiously at a blank spreadsheet, wondering where to begin. What was a budget proposal supposed to include? Was there a specific structure to follow? How could I ensure it met all the necessary criteria? My early attempts at writing a proposal taught me the challenges of building a convincing plan that turns rough ideas into fundable projects. I had to learn to align proposal details with business objectives and articulate the potential benefits in a way that resonated with stakeholders. It was an overwhelming task at times […]
I Tested 6 AI Tools for Graphic Design, Here Are My Favorites
Graphic design has come a long way since I started in the arts nearly a decade and a half ago. Improvements in tools like Photoshop or my personal favorite, Procreate, from then to now have helped remove creative roadblocks and speed up the design process. Then, user-friendly design tools like Canva have made design more accessible to non-specialists. Now, it’s 2024, and we find ourselves in the throes of the “AI revolution.” We’re met with a ton of AI tools for graphic design that promise to streamline our creative workflows and more. But is the juice really worth the squeeze […]