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Search Engine Optimization for Key Phrases
November 5th, 2010 - by Jeff Wagner
I wanted to share some results I’m getting with my website’s search engine optimization (SEO). For a year and a half I’ve been trying to make some traction in organic search results in Google for certain keyword phrases like “Minnesota Web Design” (check it out yourself) where I’m trying to target local businesses.
This is a very competitive phrase for Web Design agencies within the Twin Cities area and in Minnesota. With there being so many agencies and small Web companies everyone’s trying to leap frog each other to the first page of Google’s organic search results. Currently, I’m on the second page as the 15th organic search result and hopefully in the near future I’ll make it to the first page where about 90% of most search’s end.
If you look at the 14 results before me about 10 of them are large Web agencies. So, how is it that a newer business like mine can already compete with the bigger players? It’s a combination of:
Point being, if SEO is done properly you’ll start to seeing better rankings in organic results which should create more leads for your company.
Tags: Local Search, Organic Search Results, Search Engine Optimization, SEO
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Live! – Local University in Denver
October 21st, 2010 - by Jeff Wagner
(12:45pm)
We’re getting ready to roll at GetListed.org‘s Local University in Denver, CO. Should be a great panel of experts speaking today on a wide range of topics including:
Stay tuned for more updates throughout the conference.
(1:00pm)
We have a great turn out for the event, gonna be a packed room. If anyone’s looking for me I’m on the far right wall in the blue shirt and vest. Sorry for any grammar mistakes, writing on the fly here.
(1:15pm)
Aaron Weiche of Five Technology is going to kick it off by talking about Search Engines and a brief overview of how they work, what they can do for you and understanding the concepts of ranking better in results.
(1:35pm)
Mike Blumenthal is up next and talking about how Google Local works and how to better your ranking results within Local Search Results.
(2:35pm)
Quick question and answer portion of the conference from some of the panel members. Lots of great questions that I’m sure will apply to many small business owners. Such great info being shared at Local University today.
(3:15pm)
David Mihm of GetListed.org is now going over the Web Pitfalls that you should avoid. He’s giving great advice on many areas of web including domains, local listings, social media, keyword research and much more.
(3:20pm)
Mary Bowling of seOverFlow is giving great advice, tips & tricks on how to better your website optimization.
(3:40pm)
I can’t stress how valuable the information is at these Local University events. If you’re a small business owner and are looking to have a better web presence or are looking to rank better within search engines you should really attend one of these conferences. You’ll take away so much information that’ll only help you make your presence so much better. Check and see if a Local University event is coming to your city.
(3:45pm)
Matt McGee is now giving a great breakdown on all areas of social media. “Trust is the #1 factor in long-term success, online and offline.” Matt blogs on a regular basis at Small Business Search Marketing, if you haven’t checked out his website you need to follow the above link.
(4:21pm)
David Mihm is the final presenter for this event and he’s going over the Do-It-Yourself No-Brainers for your website. Some great points on how you should be optimizing your website, blog suggestions, Social Trends and Google Analytics.
Tags: get listed, Local University, SEO
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SEO & Local Search Event
September 24th, 2010 - by Jeff Wagner
Just booked my trip to Denver so that I can attend GetListed.org’s Local University SEO Conference on October 21, 2010. Many different friends and colleagues have commented on how valuable these workshops are and that the tips, tricks and advice are second to none.
Talk about a great opportunity to listen and learn from some of the most talented experts in search engine optimization including representatives from the Bing Local Listing Center. On top of that, local SEO & Web everything expert Aaron Weiche of Five Technology is going to be speaking as well on how to create major opportunities for small businesses.
I also look forward to seeing all the fun and trendy areas of Denver since this will be my first time to the city. I’ve heard so many cool things about Denver and when I saw that a SEO conference was going to be there I had to jump at the opportunity.
I’ll make sure to post photos and comments to this blog and to my twitter account at @jw_design.
Denver here I come!
Tags: Denver, Local University, SEO
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