Nofollow links have been used in SEO for a number of years and are a hot topic with Google recently introducing a new set of rules for the tag. Beginning on March 1, 2020, Google started following its new directives for nofollow links now designated as rel=”nofollow”, rel=”sponsored” and rel=”ugc” (user-generated content). Many publishers and…
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Salesforce Commerce Cloud, otherwise known as SFCC or Demandware to long-term e-commerce professionals, is one of the most robust e-commerce platforms on the market today. While Squarespace, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Open Cart and Shopify fill the need for small-to-midsize e-commerce businesses, SFCC is the go-to solution for larger organizations in the retail space. The platform’s client…
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You have likely noticed by now that Google changed its SERP layout late last week. Following a design similar to its mobile layout and after months of testing, the desktop version of Google now shows favicons in results as well as a breadcrumb path instead of a traditional URL. Google is working toward more continuity…
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Like many small business owners, real estate agents also benefit from a local SEO campaign. Facebook Ads campaigns and pay-per-click on Google will drive traffic, but you can expect to make a significant investment into these channels that might leave you with sticker shock. For a long-term strategy, consider optimizing your website as much as…
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If you have been working in the field of SEO for a while, either on the client side or the provider side, chances are you are familiar with link penalties. Handed down from Google, a link penalty occurs when Google finds suspicious or unnatural links pointing to your site. These links are often the result…
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Obtaining reviews from customers can be a process especially when you are trying to direct customers to a Facebook page, Google My Business page or a Yelp page. Most customers will not immediately want to leave a review (at the time of purchase or services rendered) and then a lot of customers forget to leave…
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Implementing a solid SEO plan requires the right toolset. A good array of tools will help you with keyword research, understanding how your competitors are ranking and where you may be able to acquire new links for your site. Take a look at these 10 tools you can start using today to get your SEO…
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A brand name can be everything. It’s your first impression to customers and can speak to the services your business offers. In some cases, a brand name is a family name that has been used over time and in other instances it’s related to the geographic locations served. Brand names also become your digital persona…
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Most small-to-midsize business websites are built on the WordPress framework and content management system. WordPress is incredibly easy to use, has a large user community, documentation for nearly everything and a wide variety of plugins that can be quickly implemented on websites. QUICK LINKS 1. Yoast 2. Autoptimize 3. Redirection 4. Contextual Related Posts 5.…
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There’s an automated call going around that claims your Google My Business information is incomplete and your listing is in danger of being deleted. It’s a very threatening call and will quickly get the attention of any business owner who relies on this free service from Google. What Is Google My Business? Google My Business…
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