Low Hanging SEO Fruit Link building is an integral part of SEO. However, it’s a long-term strategy. Even so, there may be some low hanging fruit in the form of citations. In this post I’ll explain what a citation is and how to convert them into valuable links. A Citation Is… A mention of your …
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Outbound Links: Is There A Limit?
Guide to Spreading Link Love Outbound links, especially quality ones, can share your website’s “Google Juice.” In this post we’ll explain if there’s an optimal number of outbound links that should be on a web page or blog post. And since we’re in the holiday spirit, we’ll also explain why links to your website can …
Comment Link Spam: Bad SEO
If you’ve got a blog, then you’re probably getting comment link spam. Matt Cutts released a video this week talking about this very issue. I’ll explain what it is and how to make sure you’re not using this bad SEO strategy. Lastly, and for a few laughs, I’ll share a few of our favorite spammiest …
Does Hummingbird Affect Links?
Some Say Yes, Some Say Dunno The dust is still settling on the major algorithm change called Hummingbird. In our business circles, everyone is talking about it. The SEO world is sifting through the data and rubble of dropped rankings. In this post we’ll share some wisdom that’s been shared within the SEO community. More …
Unnatural Links Impact to Rankings
Unnatural links get your website into SEO trouble. Google has really cracked down on this form of Webspam. In this post I’ll explain Google’s definition and the difference between a manual versus target action and what it means for your website’s SEO rankings. What Are Unnatural Links? In Webmaster Tools, unnatural links are described as …
NoFollow Links for Widgets
Weak SEO Links for Widgets & Infographics NoFollow links can be a powerful SEO tool. When they are done right, that is. I know this sounds counter intuitive, so let me explain. An ill-positioned link can hurt SEO rankings. Hence there are specific situations when NoFollow links are most appropriate. NoFollow Links & Sage Advice …
SEO Link Building Tactic Devalued
If SEO Link Building is part of your online marketing strategy, beware of a tactic recently devalued by Google. Specifically, they are asking for no-follow links included in distributed press releases. Google has deemed that press release distribution for SEO benefit is like a paid link. Since you pay for the distribution, you’re paying for the link. …
Disavow Links Tool Now Available
As many of you know, I’m a staunch White Hat SEO practitioner. Anything else in my mind is cheating. So imagine my excitement when Google announced this week they launched a Disavow Links Tool. Let me explain. Some Black Hatters try to sabotage their competition, pushing down their SEO rankings by some pretty sneaky… and in …
SEO Link Love or Landmine?
There are some interesting developments about SEO links also known as inbound links. In Google’s official blog on Friday, Matt Cutts talked about notifications that have been sent via Webmaster Tools. Basically his cautionary message stays true to the theme we continue to share on this blog. If you’re using Grey Hat techniques, it’s time …
Link Building: An SEO Power Tool Part 4
In our continuing series on link building, we’re wrapping up common mistakes and sharing a recent live example. Need to catch up? No worries, Part 1 explains how it’s part of SEO ranking, Part 2 talks about managing links, Part 3 began our conversation on common mistakes. Good Quality Links But Worthless Anchor Texts You …