Entries by Professor SEO

Three ways to get more traffic to your website when times are tough.

Long and short is that competitive space for search engine optimization is becoming further and further from a free venue. As more and more people compete for key terms, affordable SEO becomes a pay-to-play space. Sure there are things you can do to help improve search engine ranking, but the reality is that those who […]

The Benefits of Local Search Engine Optimization

Google introduced a “geographic box” at the top of its search results and found that its users value this component. The engine now displays ten local search results at the top of the listings for relevant queries, provided they have a geographic modifier attached. For example, if you type “Chicago accounting” in Google, you will […]

Pick the “right” keywords, the ones with traffic

There are many Search Engine Optimization (SEO) consultants that will charge you an arm and a leg for their services, sometimes as much as $2,000 per month or more. They often make dubious claims that they can get you ranked on the first page of the search engines within a few months, and if not, […]

Distinguish yourself with Quality Content Building

Last month we discussed how to use consistent content building to improve your search engine rankings. Step #1 covered the importance of quality content because quality content on your site gives search engines the understanding that you are a destination for information and knowledge. What do you do next? Step #2 – Keep it fresh. […]

Localize target keywords for better search results

Ranking with the search engines for local markets, requires a shift in marketing the big three search engines for global traffic. If your service is not global, then do not dilute your SEO efforts from targeted local online markets. Your #1 goal is to use localized target keywords. Actual localized keywords will bring you a […]

Is affiliate marketing right for you?

For the beginner, online affiliate marketing can be confusing, frustrating, and expensive.  Top internet marketing affiliate programs are a great way to earn income from your home via the internet. A successful affiliate marketing partner program takes time to build, but with a bit of effort it has the ability to increase your online revenue […]