Eric Richmond a photographer, a [recovering] rock and roll roadie and Founder of Expert SEO Consulting. A 25 year veteran of digital marketing, he has focused on SEO since 2007 and has spoken on the subject at SMX, SES and HSMAI. He is on the Board of Directors of the Internet Oldtimers Foundation and the US Internet Pioneers Foundation. Eric is also a life long car enthusiast, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Valley Region of the Porsche Club of America where he is also Editor of Challenge - the Club's monthly magazine.
A few hours ago, I got access to the beta version of ChatGPT’s long-rumored search engine, SearchGPT, and I’m impressed. With a minimalist interface and unique features, it addresses many of the common frustrations users have with traditional search engines like Google. From its conversational approach to answering queries to its clear source attribution, SearchGPT offers a fresh perspective on search. But is it ready to replace Google as the dominant search tool? Only time will tell.
Introduction to the Recovery Journey Full Disclosure: The data I’m going to share with you is for one of my personal websites – Cars and Coffee Events. The website was hit hard by Google’s Helpful Content Update in September, and while the recovery is recent (three weeks and counting), it’s strong and shows no signs…
Search Engine Submission, aka submitting content to Google and Bing, remains an important aspect of SEO in 2024, although its necessity and the mechanisms for doing so have evolved over time. Here’s a breakdown of the current state of content submission to these search engines and why it still matters: Google Bing Why It’s Still…
If you’re diving into local SEO and want to keep an eye on how you’re doing in specific areas, there’s a bunch of cool tools out there ready to help you out. Here’s the lowdown on some of the top picks that can give you the inside scoop on your local keyword rankings: Each of…
The relationship between a website’s performance in organic search and its organic social media efforts is multifaceted and not straightforward. While social media signals are not a direct ranking factor for search engine algorithms like Google’s, there are several indirect ways in which social media can influence a website’s SEO performance. However, it’s important to…
In the ever-competitive world of digital marketing, the allure of a guaranteed top spot on Google’s search results is incredibly tempting for any business. However, promises of securing a #1 ranking often hide more than they reveal. This short article delves into the pitfalls and problems associated with SEO companies that guarantee these top rankings.…
SEO, at its core, is a practice deeply intertwined with the workings of search engine algorithms, which are notoriously fluid and complex. The unpredictability of SEO largely stems from this ever-changing nature of search algorithms, particularly those of Google, which dominates the search engine landscape. Here’s a deeper look into this aspect: Implications for SEO…
Scammers aren’t just targeting Consumers with send me money schemes. They’re going after business as well.
From an SEO perspective, the use of ordered (numbered) and unordered (bulleted) lists in your content can have various implications. While there’s no direct ranking boost from using either type of list, their impact on user experience and content structure can indirectly influence SEO. Here’s a breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages: Advantages of Ordered…
In the digital age, the term “organic search” has become increasingly significant, especially in the realms of digital marketing and search engine optimization (SEO). This article aims to demystify organic search and explain its importance in today’s online-centric world. Organic search refers to the search results that appear naturally on a search engine results page…
