In part two of these special guest-hosted episodes of The Simple and Smart SEO Show, Sara Jensen and Shea Karssing explore how AI is reshaping SEO, the importance of human creativity in marketing, and the long-term value of offline brand-building. 

Dive into practical tips for 2025, such as creating quality content, embracing conversational tones, and leveraging AI as a tool, not a replacement. 

Learn how brand awareness impacts SEO and why genuine human connection still reigns supreme in the digital world.

🎧 Key Takeaways:

1. AI’s Role in SEO and Marketing:
   • AI tools are powerful but lack human creativity and intuition.
   • Combine human insight with AI-generated content for quality marketing.
2. Google's E-E-A-T Principles:
   • Expertise, Experience, Authority, and Trust are central to SEO success.
   • Prioritize human-led, high-quality content over low-effort hacks.
3. Offline Activities Boost SEO:
   • Brand awareness through local events and networking enhances online authority.
   • Multiple touchpoints, both online and offline, strengthen customer trust.
4. 2025 Content Strategy Priorities:
   • Focus on quality over quantity in content creation.
   • Build your email list—it remains a critical asset.
   • Conversational writing aligns with voice search trends.
5. Conversion-Driven Metrics:
   • Traffic isn’t everything; analyze how it converts into leads and sales.

✨ Memorable Quotes:

• Sara Jensen: "I don't want AI to write and create so I can do chores. I want AI to handle chores so I can write and create."
• Shea Karssing: "SEO might sound li

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