Google’s March 2024 core algorithm update is penalizing sites made with AI generated content and it’s a fact that AI-generated content cannot meet the quality standards that Google’s various documentations outline. But there is still a way to use AI in a way that results in high quality content. Why AI Cannot Meet Google’s Quality … Read more
Google has introduced a feature that automatically displays social media posts from platforms like Instagram and Facebook directly on Google Business Profiles (GBP). This update aims to give customers a more comprehensive view of a business’s online activity and engagement. According to a Google help page, businesses that have associated their social media links with … Read more
Google has announced that it will discontinue its “people cards” feature in Google Search on April 7. The decision comes after Google realized the feature was not as helpful for users as initially hoped. People cards were introduced in 2020 to make it easier for individuals to highlight information about themselves on Google Search, such … Read more
Google Sheets templates help you create better spreadsheets while saving you valuable time. And it’s no secret to anyone who knows me that I love a good formula to keep manual math to a minimum (and, therefore, data as accurate as possible). So, what do Google Sheets templates do? Short of reading minds, a template … Read more
For most small businesses, Google Business Profile (GBP) is their marketing lifeblood. Because it’s free, many local businesses rely solely on their Google Business Profile to generate traffic and calls, as well as to bring customers to their business. Marketers know it’s risky to put all your marketing eggs in one basket. But for a local business that has … Read more
Google has updated its “Search Quality Evaluator Guidelines,” a comprehensive 170-page document that serves as a framework for quality raters to assess websites effectively. The update on follows the search engine’s latest Core and Spam updates. Insights Into Trustworthiness The updated guidelines provide valuable insights into how Google determines the trustworthiness of webpages and websites. … Read more
Google’s algorithm is wasting no time in removing low quality sites from the search results. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the volume of sites affected by this update may reach historic levels not seen since the Panda and Penguin updates. 1. March 2024 Update Qualifies As Major I have been around for every single Google update … Read more
Believe it or not, PPC automation was around long before the days of ChatGPT. But with the rise in popularity of AI, machine learning, and automation – where does that leave PPC management? Staying tried and true to manual PPC management has been shown to limit efficiency and margins. But PPC automation layering isn’t just … Read more
Google’s Spam Explainer was updated to reflect the new realities introduced by the March 2024 Core Algorithm Update. The following is everything that was removed and added and what it means what the implications are for the core algorithm update. March 2024 Core Algorithm Update Google’s core algorithm update is without question one of the … Read more
The elusive five-star review used to be something you could only flaunt in a rotating reviews section on your website. But today, Google has pulled these stars out of the shadows and features them front and center across branded SERPs and beyond. Star ratings can help businesses earn trust from potential customers, improve local search … Read more
Google has announced the launch of “Solutions,” a new free tool within Google Ads designed to streamline campaign management and automate tasks for advertisers. The tool, found under the “Tools” section in Google Ads, can help you generate performance reports, manage budgets, and optimize your advertising efforts more efficiently. Key Features Of Solutions Solutions offers … Read more
Google announced a new carousel rich result that can be used for local businesses, products, and events which will show a scrolling horizontal carousel displaying all of the items in the list. It’s very flexible and can even be used to create a top things to do in a city list that combines hotels, restaurants, … Read more
The idea that something is not a ranking factor that nevertheless plays a role in ranking websites seems to be logically irreconcilable. Despite seeming like a paradox that cancels itself out, SearchLiaison recently tweeted some comments that go a long way to understanding how to think about E-E-A-T and apply it to SEO. What A … Read more
With a background in the dynamic airline industry, I transitioned into small business ownership ten years ago, where I became intimately involved in marketing tasks. During this time, I stumbled upon search engine optimization (SEO) and recognized its pivotal role in driving business success. Over the past decade, I’ve immersed myself in mastering the nuances … Read more
Google is paying small publishers to use their AI platform to rewrite the content published on news sites that are targeted by Google’s platform for largescale content parasitism. People on Twitter express unfavorable opinions about it. Google is paying small independent publishers to use a generative AI platform that targets the content of other news … Read more
Google depends on volunteers called Local Guides to keep Search and Maps updated with information about local businesses and attractions. These volunteers contribute reviews, photos, and videos that help you make decisions when visiting a new place. Though they do it to benefit searchers, Local Guides get virtual rewards from Google’s program, which incentivizes people … Read more
Google has released three new features for its Chrome web browser to provide more helpful and relevant search suggestions. The features use Chrome’s access to aggregated user data to deliver crowdsourced recommendations. Overview Of New Features 1. Search Suggestions Based On Previous Searches Launching on the desktop version of Chrome, the first feature will provide … Read more
Do you have a website created through Google Business Profiles for your local business? If so, you must find an alternative website solution as Google plans to shut down websites created with Google Business Profiles in March. Websites Created With Google Business Profiles Will Redirect Until June 10, 2024 A redirect will be put in … Read more
