Learn how to boost your rankings for "near me" searches on Google! Despite Google's proximity-based algorithm, adding "near me" or "near you" to URLs, titles, and headers can significantly improve organic rankings. This strategy, tested on businesses like dentists, has proven to drive traffic without harming user experience. Perfect for local SEO, but note: it won't impact Google Maps rankings. Watch for actionable tips!

Can risky SEO tactics like CTR manipulation, parasite SEO, and fake engagement really boost your Google rankings? We tested these controversial methods and uncovered surprising insights into their short-term gains and long-term pitfalls. Discover what works, what doesn’t, and why sustainable strategies are your safest bet for SEO success. Plus, learn expert tips for "near me" optimization, long title tags, and leveraging Reddit links to improve visibility.

Can manipulating Google rankings with fake clicks work? We tested this with a restaurant’s Google Business Profile. The result? A temporary boost followed by a return to baseline rankings. Learn why CTR manipulation is unsustainable, its risks (like penalization by Google), and why long-term SEO strategies are better for your business. Watch the full breakdown of our experiment, the data, and expert insights. #LocalSEO #GoogleRankings Ep 25006

In this video, we explore significant 2024 updates to local SEO, including Google’s “Review Jail,” new filtering mechanisms for fake reviews, and impactful changes to search result layouts. We also discuss handling profile issues like malicious pin relocations and SEO ranking shifts on mobile. Learn how these trends can affect your business and discover strategies to stay competitive and avoid costly penalties.

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Local SEO: The Experts Guide Ep 2 This video reveals groundbreaking insights on measuring the true value of backlinks, debunking the over-reliance on domain authority. Joy shares a four-step framework for effective link-building, explores the value of nofollow links, and outlines what to do when your site is penalized. The key takeaway: don’t underestimate anchor text and organic traffic metrics. Discover how to avoid penalties and maximize SEO results by focusing on quality, not quantity.

Show Links:

Local SEO: The Experts Guide Ep 1 - https://youtu.be/XeKthc-Ih3w

You’re Doing Local SEO Link Building WRONG - https://youtu.be/aUSh6ygoR5M

How Do Links Impact Ranking In The Local Pack? - https://youtu.be/PbUGM6sqJl8

Secret Link Building Tactic for LOCAL SEO Success! - https://youtu.be/P0PhDqp-P7U

Kyle Roof’s SEO Masterclass - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLGlPS8nw58

Google Algorithm Leak 2024 SEO Experts Reveal Their Insights - https://www.youtube.com/live/cymhsnWsZoQ?si=mVORjpx51Aez-fZK

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Discover groundbreaking insights on how link building truly impacts local SEO and Google rankings, based on three years of extensive testing. In this episode, we reveal surprising results showing that while link building significantly boosts organic rankings, its effect on local pack rankings is minimal. We also discuss how to evaluate the effectiveness of citations, avoid common link-building mistakes, and explore the persistence of "link echoes"—the phenomenon where ranking benefits remain even after a link is removed. Promo Links

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Sterling Sky

LocalU

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https://www.sterlingsky.ca/blog/

https://localu.org/blog/