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This episode, we're chatting with Dean Salakas, the mastermind behind Party People and now Party Hire Group. Dean spills the beans on how he transformed digital PR into a powerful tool for SEO, focusing on the art of storytelling rather than just chasing links.

Whether you're new to the PR game or a seasoned pro, Dean's insights will have you rethinking your approach. 

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Hey there, SEO enthusiasts! This week, we're bringing you an insightful chat with Zak Ali, the brains behind the US market of finder.com. If you’ve ever wondered how Google's recent algorithm updates and AI advancements are shaking things up for publishers, you won’t want to miss this one.

We kicked things off with a look at the Google Helpful Content Update – a real curveball for big publishers, including affiliate sites like Finder. Zak shared his thoughts on the turbulence and how AI is flipping the open web on its head. 

The hot topic of AI mode in search results, especially with its current US focus, took centre stage. We explored how Finder navigates AI overviews and the shift towards zero-click searches. Spoiler alert: while traffic might take a hit, the quality of leads can actually improve. 

We also chatted about ranking in AI results. It’s not just about keywords anymore; it’s about being quoted. Zak emphasised the importance of concise, skimmable content – think of it as crafting every piece for a featured snippet. Plus, the role of video content and enticing titles came up as potential game-changers.

Zak didn’t hold back on where he thinks SEO is heading. The future seems to favour those who can blend creativity with technical finesse, and those who build genuine, memorable user experiences on their sites. 

For all you SEO warriors out there, the takeaway is clear: diversify your presence, keep your content concise and user-friendly, and always be ready to adapt. Oh, and don’t forget to engage with your audience beyond just the written word.

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Hey there, SEO gang! This week we’re unravelling the art of selling in the SEO world with the fantastic Steven Khanna, a seasoned sales coach. 

We all know that while SEOs can be technical wizards, selling isn't always our forte. Steven, who transitioned from running Michelin-star restaurants to SEO sales, shares his insights on marrying sales expertise with SEO know-how.

We explore the common pitfalls SEOs encounter in sales, like getting too technical or missing client pain points. Steven emphasises the importance of a well-structured discovery call—it's your golden ticket to understanding and addressing client needs effectively. He also shares tips on closing sales, handling objections, and the magic of a good follow-up strategy.

For those struggling with lead generation, Steven advocates for a robust outbound strategy and building trust through genuine engagement. If you’re looking to boost your sales game, this episode is packed with gems!

Catch you next time!

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In the final of our 4 part ecommerce series we're talking link building. At a certain point, you've got to build that authority. We give a bunch of creative and maybe lesser known ideas you can use to build links to your ecommerce store without breaking the bank in the process.

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This episode of The SEO Show is all about the nuts and bolts of technical SEO for e-commerce. Michael and Arthur are back for week two of their e-commerce series, and they’re serving up some tasty insights to help you get your site in tip-top shape.

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In this episode, Michael Costin and Arthur Fabik kick off the first of a four-part series dedicated to E-commerce SEO on "The SEO Show." The series is perfectly timed to coincide with their upcoming exhibition at the Retail Fest conference in May 2025.

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Greg's spilling the beans on his agency's unique (and seriously impressive) approach: building high-quality backlinks without paying a single dollar. 

Yep, you heard that right. Pure white-hat, earned link building.

This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone tired of sketchy link marketplaces or looking to build a genuinely authoritative online presence. Tune in and level up your link game!

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The importance of brand links is a topic often overlooked by SEO professionals who tend to focus more on building links to money pages. But in this episode we reveal why brand links matter more than you might think and give examples on how to go out and get some good ones!

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This week we're joined by Ryan Jones from SEOtesting.com to delve into the often-overlooked topic of SEO testing. We all know about A/B testing in the paid traffic world, but what can be done in the SEO world to test?

On the topic of testing: Check out this YouTube case study where Michael did a single variable test to see whether links from "write for us" sites still work or not, just because someone on twitter posted a snarky comment!

Connect with Ryan:

https://x.com/RyanJonesSEO
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-g-jones/
https://www.seotesting.com

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