Simple and Smart SEO: GEO for Shopify and Etsy sellers

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  • Why Doesn't My Podcast Show Up In Search? w/Sarah Heeter

    Meet Sarah K Heeter, a podcast expert and CEO of Podfox Media.

    Sarah's on the show today to walk us through leveraging podcasts and audio effectively.

    Connect with Sarah
    Podfox Media
    Big Brave Business Podcast
    LaunchMyShow.com
    Free Roadmap to Grow Your Podcast (Link coming soon!)

    My apologies again for my audio - I was having mic issues and didn't realize it!

    How do I get my podcast to show up on Spotify or Apple Podcasts?

    • Consider use of listeners' questions as titles.
    • Think about episode titles as clickbait.
    • Don't try to summarize the entire podcast with a title.

    What's the benefit of audio content creation?

    • Audio content is intimate and creates connection like a phone call.
    • We are all multitasking consumers.
    • Build trust faster and demonstrate E-E-A-T.
    • Build a deeper level of trust with listeners.

    How to start a podcast on Spotify for a business?

    • Podcasts can become a tool for gaining clients.
    • Know your target audience.
    • Define the podcast’s overall promise or goal.
    • Define the podcaster's personal goals.

    General guidelines for starting a podcast

    • A podcast can focus on building relationships and community.
    • Provide a way for your listeners to become a part of a community.

    Types of podcasts and audio formats to try:

    • Private podcasts for clients.
    • Seasonal podcasting, serial podcasting, and using a short podcast series as a funnel. 
    • Sarah also does audio summits as an effective list builder.

    Get Sarah's best tips for guesting on other podcasts in this awesome episode!

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    39 min
  • Telling SEO Stories With Data: Crystal's Analytics Journey

    Crystal Waddell shares insights on changing her business model, prioritizing health, dealing with stress, and learning from Nick Rubright. She also discusses the PIE project for women's basketball, staying updated and engaged with women's basketball, and exploring data visualization ideas.


    00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays!

    00:13 Turning Business Models Upside Down

    00:23 The Hustle Habit: A Decade's Reflection

    00:39 A Shift Towards Health and Well-being

    01:49 The Wake-Up Call: A Personal Story

    03:24 Finding Balance: Work, Health, and Stress

    03:53 Learning from Nick Rubright: Linkable Assets

    04:14 The Struggle with Public Relations and Organization

    05:57 A Deep Dive into Women's Basketball and NIL

    06:11 The PIE Project: Player Impact Estimate

    10:37 Staying Updated and Engaged with Women's Basketball

    12:46 Expanding the Project: Data Visualization Ideas

    17:05 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    20 min
  • Link Building SEO for Entrepreneurs w/ Nicholas Rubright

    Today's podcast features SEO link-building expert Nicholas Rubright, who shared insights on the importance of link building and PR strategies in SEO for business owners.

    *Please excuse my sound quality, I had a mic issue!*- Crystal

    Connect with Nick
    Linkedin
    Ranko Media

    Unique SEO Insights From Nick:

    • SEO professionals who figured out SEO organically approach it differently than those who learned it within large companies. 
    • Marketing efficiency is key.
    • Nick shared strategies of crafting content that targets specific keywords and creating data maps.

    Nick on PR and SEO:

    • The faster indexing of news-worthy content leads to faster link indexing.
    • The process of getting the story right for PR can take time and resources.
    • Podcasts are the most cost-effective type of PR campaign: they don't require  content creation.

    Pitching and Posting As A Link Building Strategy:

    • Align your pitch with the recipient's content intent.
    • Make the initial outreach email short and personalized. 
    • Understand the recipient's monetization strategy. 
    • Cold emailing still works.

    Data-Driven Content Attracts Journalists

    • Generate backlinks with no outreach: select keywords that include statistics, data, or averages.
    • Nick introduced "data maps", using the example of "top Valentine's Day gifts by state." 
    • Leverage the popularity of data maps and allow for both national and local pitching opportunities.

    Limited budget for link building?

    • Create trend reports based on deep Google trends research. 
    • Invest in quality content and outreach processes vs. cheap links. 
    • Understand the effectiveness of internal links.
    • Consider combining data content and guest blogging for external links.

    Final thoughts to create an SEO Strategy:

    • Understand you customer's journey for better SEO. 
    • Speak to customers to gain insights into their search behavior.
    • Creative thinking in digital marketing = great value. 
    • Precise formulas for SEO success does not exist.

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    37 min
  • SEO from Scratch: How To Optimize A Website From The Start

    Today I'm implementing the advice of Sara Jensen (Episode 110) optimization of websites, specifically focusing on SEO strategies and tips like: 

    • the importance of understanding your target audience 
    • and unique selling proposition and the benefits of team collaboration. 

    I realized I needed to  streamline my personal brand website and the simpleandsmartseo.com website to improve my messaging.

    Join the 2ND ROUND of Founding Members for the SEO SQUAD.

    Detailed Summary:

    • Crystal Waddell (ME!) hosts the simple and smart SEO show podcast and Follow Through Fridays.
    • I realized the need to redefine the goals for my websites: crystalwaddell.com and simpleandsmartseo.com.
    • I plan to split her brand into two websites with different goals: crystalwaddell.com for business presence as a public speaker and simpleandsmartseo.com for generating organic leads.
    • I actually created business plans for the next three to five years, which include growing the podcast, improving her speaking skills, expanding the SEO squad membership, and growing the agency services.
    • I shared the lead generation ideas I have: allowing podcast search, running an evergreen three-day challenge, and creating ads for agency services.
    • I plan to hire virtual assistants as necessary to implement her system.
    • I'm building a plan to grow my email list for the podcast.
    • My target audience is local business owners and e-commerce sellers.

    Make sure to check out episode 110 for more resources!

     Search the Simple and Smart SEO Show podcast for FREE!

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    14 min
  • Mastering SEO & Balancing Motherhood & Work w/ Sara Jensen

    In my conversation with Sara Jensen from Brighter Messaging, we explored so much that impacts women-owned businesses: 

    •  the dynamics of managing a digital marketing agency, 
    • the evolution from solo entrepreneurship to leading a team,
    •  and the essential role of SEO in website development. 
    • the untapped "Mom" workforce and how to EmpowerMoms in Business


    Connect with Sara
    Website
    Linkedin


    0:00 Sara Jensen - Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast Recording (2024-01-16 10_04 GMT-5) 

    00:16 Welcome to the Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast 

    00:39 Meet Sara Jensen: The Digital Marketing Expert and Female Champion 

    03:23 The Evolution of Brighter Messaging: From Solopreneur to Team Success 

    08:55 Empowering Moms in the Creative Industry 

    14:29 Diving Deep into SEO and Website Strategy 

    20:56 Unlocking SEO Success: Simple Strategies and Missteps 

    21:04 The Power of Metadata in Boosting Your Site's SEO 

    22:55 Maximizing Your Website's Potential Post-Launch 

    24:30 Content Strategy: The Key to Organic Traffic and Lead Generation 

    25:24 Leveraging Blogs and Email Lists for Enhanced Engagement 

    26:26 Internal Linking: A Secret Weapon for SEO 

    28:18 Crafting a Winning Strategy: Target Audience and Value Proposition 

    33:11 The Importance of Vision in Business and Marketing 

    38:49 Reflections on Strategy and the Path Forward 

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    PodMatch
    PodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For Interviews

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    42 min
  • Leveraging SEO Marketing To Improve & Increase Website Sales

    In this episode of Follow Through Fridays, I'm reflecting this week's episode with international SEO expert Sarah Presh. 

    My takeways on iSEO:

    • my current business model doesn't need to focus on international SEO.
    • I rarely ship internationally.
    • I COULD leverage Amazon fulfillment to explore international markets
    • Could I experiment with language-specific pages for products? 
    • What about a blog to go with that one language-specific page?

    Leveraging takeways from Google Search Console:

    • According to GSC, people were searching for marquee letters to rent and buy! 
    • So I put up a product page and I've had two rentals so far - one for $900!

    Join the 2nd round of SEOSQuad founders here for $29 - NINE spots left! (if link doesn't work, it means spots are filled!)

    00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays... on a Saturday!

    00:08 Diving into International SEO with Sarah Presh

    00:22 The iSEO Shopify Theme Dilemma and SEO Insights

    01:41 Leveraging Amazon for International Sales

    04:09 Launching New Products Based on SEO Data

    05:57 Join the SEO Squad: A Special Invitation

    06:39 Looking Ahead: Website Building with Sarah Jensen

    06:56 Closing Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    9 min
  • International SEO to Cross Internet Borders w/Sarah Pokona

    Navigating International SEO with Sarah Pokona.

    Today I'm joined by Sarah Pokona to talk about the unfamiliar nuances of  international SEO. 

    Sarah shares her journey from heading marketing and SEO at a company to starting her own agency and eventually preferring the employee path for its benefits and stability. 

    Her experience as an SEO and marketing manager, the transition to entrepreneurship, and the challenges of working for a small company mirror the challenges of solo entrepreneurs across the world.

    Sarah now specializes  in international SEO, and has specific advice to implement it successfully. In particular: 

    • taking time to understand local search behaviors, (or find someone locally who does!), 
    • How to properly manage multilingual websites, 
    • A few examples of nuances of tailoring SEO strategies to different cultures and search engines used around the globe. 

    Sarah shares positive and negative experiences with  geo-targeting, the potential pitfalls of translation services, and the significance of cultural sensitivity in digital marketing.

    If you're looking to expand your marketplace online or enjoy learning how the internet works, this episode is packed with valuable tips!

    Connect with Sarah Pokona:
    Linkedin
    Dragon Metrics (Save 5% with my code: WADDELL)
    Sarah's FREE iSEO Google Sheet

    00:08 Meet Sarah Pokkona: A Journey Through SEO

    00:53 The Entrepreneurial Journey and Its Lessons

    04:30 Diving Into the World of International SEO

    04:51 Understanding the Nuances of International SEO

    06:21 The Practical Side of International SEO

    11:41 Exploring Best Practices for International SEO

    13:38 Navigating International Shopping and Shipping Challenges

    16:04 Adapting Content for Global Markets

    16:32  Global Search Engines Beyond Google

    19:06 The Rise of Mobile-First Users in Emerging Markets

    19:39 Leveraging Social Media for International SEO

    21:16 Navigating E-commerce and Social Media Shopping

    21:46 Understanding Geo-Targeting and Its Challenges

    23:36 Finding the Right Expertise for International SEO

    26:37 Legal Considerations in International SEO

    29:38 Concluding Thoughts on International SEO

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    35 min
  • Using SEO, Blogging & Affiliate Links To Grow Your Business

    I discussed my experience with affiliate marketing through Awin for my Etsy shop, incorporating affiliate links into my blogs to boost sales. Additionally, I shared insights on indexing blog pages for better visibility on Google and highlighted my venture into creating unique physical products like battery-powered marquee letters for rent.

    Maximizing Online Presence Through Affiliate Marketing and Digital Products

    The episode concludes with an invitation to the SEO squad, a weekly SEO support group, and a reminder of the power of perseverance and creativity in digital entrepreneurship.

    00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays!
    00:13 The Journey of Creating Digital Products
    00:47 Diving Into Affiliate Marketing with Etsy
    02:19 Boosting Blog Visibility and Indexing
    03:28 Exploring Physical Products: Marquee Letters
    04:44 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    8 min
  • Digital Products and SEO for Etsy Success w/Julie Berninger

    This episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show focuses on the potential of digital products on Etsy and the strategic approaches of SEO to drive sales.

    I'm speaking with features digital products and printables expert and co-founder of Gold City Ventures, Julie Berninger.

    Connect With Julie:
    Website
    Free Workshop
    Crickets to Cha-Chings Podcast


    Julie shares a ton of digital product advice, including: 

    •  Exploring the value of targeting group gift buyers, 
    • How to leverage personal finance insights, 
    • Making the transformation from physical to digital products for effortless scalability. 

    We also talk about empathy-driven brand building, effective niche selection, and the crucial role of SEO in product visibility. 

    • Julie gives actionable insights to understand customer needs, 
    • Her strategy behind choosing product types, 
    • And how to utilize video and optimized descriptions on Etsy listings. 

    I hope this episode gives you a resource to begin optimizing your digital product sales through targeted strategies and SEO best practices.

    Chapters

    0:00 Julie Berninger - Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast Recording (2024-01-09 09_37 GMT-5)

    00:37 Welcome to the World of Digital Products and Etsy

    01:04 Julie's Journey: From Corporate to Etsy Success

    03:57 The Power of Partnerships in Business

    06:06 Niche Down or Diversify? Strategies for Digital Product Sellers

    08:17 The Magic of Seasonal Products and Targeting Group Gifts

    14:29 Navigating Copycats and Protecting Your Digital Products

    16:16 Embracing Imitation and Finding Your Unique Edge

    21:15 Navigating the Challenges of Being a Newbie on Etsy

    21:50 From Personal Projects to Etsy Success

    22:10 The Importance of Community and Demand in Business

    22:50 Leveraging Competition to Boost Your Business

    23:15 Keyword Research: The Secret to Finding Unique Products

    25:13 The Power of Seasonal Products for Quick Sales

    26:01 The Value of Investing in Learning and Courses

    26:58 Optimizing Digital Product Delivery and Customer Experience

    28:18 Navigating the Legalities of Digital Product Creation

    30:02 Etsy SEO Insights for 2024

    32:03 Personalizing Your Etsy Shop for Better Customer Connection

    36:10 The Impact of Video on Etsy Product Listings

    38:39 Balancing SEO and Human Experience in Product Listings

    41:11 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Further Learning

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    PodMatch
    PodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For Interviews

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    45 min
  • Building Your Brand: Practical Strategies from this SEO Show

    Maximizing Digital PR for Your Business with Follow Through Fridays

    In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show Podcast, I review Wednesday's discussion with public relations expert Jane Hunt.

    Watch or listen as I create a media page for her website, collageandwood.com.

    I explain my process and offers a guide on how to make such a page easy to find.

    Additionally, I talk about my dream (ha!) to enhance her brand's online presence through networking with journalists and providing unique value propositions.

    BAM: Did you know about the SEO squad, an SEO support group for website optimization. 

    Thanks for listening!!

    00:00 Welcome to Follow Through Fridays!

    00:44 Creating a Media Page: A Step-by-Step Guide

    02:43 Managing Overwhelm as an Entrepreneur

    03:28 Building Public Relations and Brand Positioning

    04:24 Finding Unique Angles for Your Business

    05:52 Introducing the SEO Squad: A Supportive Community

    06:42 Encouragement to Implement and Move Forward

    Text me your questions or comments!

    Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

     Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

    Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

    If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

    I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

    No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

    Support the show

    Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →


    Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

    Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!


    AFFILIATE LINKS:

    SEO TOOLS :


    Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

    Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!


    E-COMMERCE TOOLS:


    Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

    Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

    Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!


    SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

    Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)


    Note:
    If you mak...

    9 min

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