We're bringing this one back because the conversation is more relevant than ever, AI search isn't slowing down, and neither is the impact on your business visibility.

Many business owners are watching their website traffic drop without understanding why. Miguel experienced this firsthand when Tax Hack's blog traffic plummeted from 88,000 to 3,000 unique visitors.

The culprit? AI overviews are changing how people find information online.

In this episode, Miguel sits down with Ryan Russell, founder and CEO of BizIQ, to get answers. If you're seeing similar drops or wondering how to stay visible as AI changes search, this episode breaks down what's actually happening and what to do about it. Ryan Russell shares findings from asking AI platforms directly where they source their business recommendations — and the answers point to clear actions you can take.

Other insights from this episode include:

• Where AI platforms actually get their business information (spoiler alert: your Google Business Profile matters more than you think)
• Why AI search and traditional search work together, not against each other
• The ranking factors that determine if you show up in AI recommendations
• Practical tactics for optimizing your Google Business Profile, including the underutilized Products & Services section
• Content strategy in the AI era: quality vs. quantity and what's actually working
• The truth about using AI-generated content on your website
• Three actions you can take this week to test and improve your AI visibility

About Our Guest

Ryan Russell, Founder & CEO of BizIQ, a search optimization expert whose team researches how businesses can adapt to AI-driven discovery.

Visit biziq.com/contact for a free audit or consultation

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