E823: Backlinks, domain authority, page speed… SEO can feel like an enigma.

I break down one of the most popular posts from the SEO subreddit and share the most credible, practical responses on what really matters for ranking.

We'll cover: - Why chasing domain authority isn't the best backlink strategy - How to think about SEO beyond technical performance - Real-world backlinking tactics (guest posts, broken links, local citations, and more) - The truth about page speed and core web vitals - How to build relevance and authority the natural way

If you've ever felt stuck on page 43, this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on strategies that actually move the needle.

⭐️ The Reddit thread - https://www.reddit.com/r/SEO/comments/1njuuo0/seo_is_an_enigma/

💎 Compact Keywords - My SEO Course - Get paying customers through SEO - Clear step-by-step video breakdowns - SEO templates to be copied and adapted for your products and services: https://compactkeywords.com/

00:00 Introduction to SEO Challenges 01:21 Top Comment: Holistic Backlink Strategy 04:00 Weblinkr's Insight on SEO Elements 07:21 Backlink Tactics by UBIAI 09:27 Conclusion and Additional Resources

The Edward Show. Your daily search engine optimization podcast: https://edwardsturm.com/the-edward-show/

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