The Affect of Social Media Conversations on Search Engine Ranking

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search-engine-optimization-715759_640Search engine algorithms have changed quite a bit over just the last few years, and many brands may have seen a change in their website visibility as a result. Social signals are a growing influence, which is mainly dictated by conversations on tweets and posts. This new method of communication has no doubt transformed the way personal brands publish and promote content.

Are you no longer at the top spot in search results? There are new methods that can be used to engage readers, and increase your ranking. In order to be successful you need to be aware of the how to best approach your audience with remarkable content.

SEO methods no longer rely on just keyword placement and links. Long-form articles are now in favor with readers and on the search engines. Here are some suggestions to help your website rank higher and attract a larger following online.

Search Engine Marketing in the Age of Social Media

Creating fresh, original content for your target market is just the beginning of being found in search.

  • Establish an authentic audience – The quality of your brand’s connections count — no longer are businesses able to purchase followers and Fans in order to appear like a big brand. It’s important that your community is not only interested in what you have to offer, but willing to share it on their social networks.
  • Include hashtags and relevant links – It used to be that backlinks affected Google ranking. Today hashtags that are reflective of your content along with the right links from credible sources will help your content get found. This is an essential part of building a strong SEO strategy and helps your brand build social proof.
  • Include visual marketing – With so many people turning to their mobile devices to find information and make purchases you want to make sure your content is going to get noticed fast. The use of professional images, infographics, and video are the best attention grabbers for your brand’s audience. This works especially well when these speak directly to their needs and desires with helpful information that provides real value.

As search engine marketing continues to evolve with emerging technologies it is important to keep up with the latest trends, and to write original content that solve the problems that your potential customers are asking about. When a brand makes a personal connection with their audience it is more likely that your website will rank higher, which will lead to more better sales and visibility.

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Susan Gilbert

Susan Gilbert uses her laser focus knowledge to coach and provide online marketing and social sharing programs for authors, speaker, experts and small businesses. She is the author and publisher of several books including “The Land of I Can,” and “KLOUT SCORE: Social Media Influence, How to Gain Exposure and Increase Your Klout,” Susan combines online marketing with strategic thinking to create successful programs. Working most often with authors and entrepreneurs, she understands promotion at a personal level as a regularly quoted resource in USA Today, Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine and many more. Follow her Digital Marketing Tips at her blog: SusanGilbert.com

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