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Unlock the secret to elevating your site's credibility and watch your SEO soar with innovative link-building through the power of awards. With two decades of experience under my belt, I'm peeling back the curtain on how cleverly crafted awards can catapult your website into the limelight, as we explore the lesser-known strategies that top industry players use to gain those precious backlinks.

In this episode, we're steering clear of the beaten path and venturing into the world of creating your very own awards for backlink success—a tactic that has propelled brands like uSwitch.com to SEO stardom in the UK. Not only does this method bolster your authority, but it also attracts links from industry titans, turning your brand into an awarding powerhouse. So tune in and equip yourself with the practical tips and real-world examples I've amassed, ensuring your link-building efforts are not just effective, but award-winning.

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Unlock the full potential of your website's content with a deep dive into the world of Keyword Clustering, as I, Ed Dawson, share my two decades of SEO wisdom. You'll come away with a fresh perspective on how to craft content that hits the sweet spot with Google, all while avoiding the SEO faux pas of cannibalizing your own efforts.

Throughout the episode, we dissect the intricate process behind creating powerful keyword clusters, a method that has propelled KeyWordPeopleUse.com to the forefront of the industry. We'll explore the innovative techniques and cutting-edge software that have revolutionized how we group semantically related keywords, ensuring every piece of content you produce is a finely tuned magnet for search engine success. Tune in and transform your approach to SEO with insights and strategies that only come with years of experience in the trenches of site monetization.

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Link To Carl's Podcast/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4KcuiqymHA

Link to Twitter Thread - https://twitter.com/UKCarlBroadbent/status/1755149822900801985

Link to Google Search Liason Comments - https://twitter.com/searchliaison/status/1756030468561252718

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Unlock the secrets of link tagging with relationship values as I, Ed Dawson, unravel the complexities of SEO through my experiential lens. Prepare to navigate the nuanced terrains of nofollow, sponsored, and UGC tags, as we explore their critical roles in protecting your site and optimizing your link strategy. My two decades in the SEO arena have armed me with insights that promise to elevate your understanding and application of these pivotal attributes.

In this episode of "SEO is not that hard," we journey from the genesis of the nofollow attribute to the sophisticated landscape of link attribution we see today. I'll share tales of how giants like Wikipedia and the BBC inadvertently nudged Google to refine its approach to evaluating links, and I'll guide you through employing these tags to distinguish between varying forms of content. Whether you're in affiliate marketing or a seasoned webmaster, this discussion is brimming with strategies to help you master the art of link attribution and keep your site in good standing with search engines.

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Have you ever dreamed of launching your own website but felt overwhelmed by the thought of SEO? That's about to change. Join me, Ed Dawson, for a candid journey into the world of owning and evolving your digital presence. In episode 67 of "SEO is not that hard," I draw from my 20-year treasure trove of expertise to demonstrate just how empowering it is to build your very own website, whether you're an SEO novice or a seasoned professional.

Embark on a masterclass of hands-on learning as we explore the ins and outs of keyword research, on-page SEO, and content creation from the ground up. Your site isn't just a canvas for your ideas; it's your laboratory for experimentation and growth in the ever-evolving SEO landscape. Discover the liberating benefits of steering your own digital ship free from client constraints and how that personal playground can keep you at the forefront of emerging technologies like AI. It's time to transform your SEO journey into an adventure.

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Are Google cracking down on Guest Posting for Link Building?

The Twitter threads I refer to in the podcast:

NicheSiteLady Announces Google Penalty

Marie Haynes thread on NicheSiteLady's penalty

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Are you prepared to navigate the shifting tides of SEO without the once-reliable Google cache link? Get ready to explore the brave new world of search engine updates with me, Ed Dawson, founder of KeywordsPupilUs.com. As Google retires a tool long cherished by SEO experts, this episode is your guide through the turmoil, offering essential alternatives and strategies to ensure that your website remains visible and competitive. By tuning in, you'll gain the knowledge to keep your content fresh in Google's eyes, even as traditional methods become relics of the past.

In our timely discussion, we'll unlock the secrets of utilizing Google Search Console's URL inspection tool and dive into the depths of the Wayback Machine at archive.org—a treasure trove of historical web page data. This episode isn't just about the loss of a tool; it's a masterclass in adaptability and foresight, crucial for anyone in the SEO game or managing online content. Join us as we chart a course through these changes, equipping you with the practical know-how to safeguard your rankings and stay ahead in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

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Discover the power of digital PR and how it revolutionizes link building.

Mark Rofe's digital PR Course: https://www.digitalprcourse.com/

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Ever been bogged down by the intricacies of SEO technicalities? Prepare to have your mind blown as I, Ed Dawson of KeywordsPeopleUse.com, journey through the transformative powers of ChatGPT in SEO practices. I've pivoted from skeptic to advocate, and in this episode, I'm spilling the beans on how this AI has revolutionized my approach to technical SEO tasks. Get ready to learn about the incredible ways ChatGPT simplifies the implementation of hreflang tags, crafts complex robots.txt files, and generates schema markups faster than you can say "search engine optimization."

As an affiliate marketer with over 20 years in the website game, I've seen it all—until now. I'm taking you behind the scenes to reveal how ChatGPT smoothly handles programming regular expressions and interacts with third-party APIs like a charm. Remember my struggle with the YouTube API? ChatGPT turned that around, saving me endless hours of Googling and troubleshooting. By the end of this session, you'll be equipped to supercharge your SEO strategy and tackle tasks like a pro with AI as your secret weapon. Whether it's optimizing content with precision or navigating APIs with ease, this episode is your ticket to soaring efficiency and SEO mastery.

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We cover the differences between Google's real-time web model and chatGPT's dataset limitations. 

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