SEO, link building & AI search guides
Practical, no-fluff guides for business owners and marketers, written from 20 years of doing this work.
Link building in 2026: what works, what's dead, and what will get you penalized
A practical guide to link building in 2026: earned links, digital PR and brand mentions that work now, plus the outdated tactics that put your site at risk.
Read guide · 9 min →What is generative engine optimization (GEO)? A plain-English guide for business owners
GEO helps your brand appear in ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. What it is, how it differs from SEO, and how to get started.
Read guide · 8 min →How to choose an SEO agency: 12 questions to ask (and the red flags to avoid)
Hiring an SEO agency? Use these 12 questions and red flags to compare providers, avoid risky tactics and find a partner who will grow your leads.
Read guide · 7 min →The 2026 local SEO checklist: 25 steps to rank in the Google map pack
A practical 25-step local SEO checklist for 2026 covering Google Business Profile, reviews, citations, location pages, local links and AI visibility.
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