WordPress has dominated the content management system (CMS) space since launching in 2003, and while it’s still the leader, the market is shifting in ways worth paying attention to. As of May 2025, WordPress powers 43.5% of websites surveyed and holds a 61.2% share among sites that use a CMS, according to W3Techs. That’s still … Read more
Anecdotal reports and an SEO jobs study describe a search marketing industry undergoing profound changes, not only in the skills in demand but also in hiring practices that may be making it difficult for experienced SEOs to get the jobs they are well qualified for. Short History Of SEO Jobs Twenty five years ago getting … Read more
2024 was the year of AI tools. Thousands of new apps launched — some just photo generators and gimmicks, others much more useful. What stood out to me were the tools that actually helped you get things done. This list comes from a16z’s AI Unwrapped, which largely features consumer apps for personal use. I’m calling … Read more
Google leads organic search with 94.8% traffic, but AI tools and smaller engines show growing competition. Google still dominates with 94.8% organic traffic. AI tools like ChatGPT are gaining traction in referrals. Bing and smaller search engines show steady growth. Source link
Do you have a grasp on the potential niche your brand might operate within? While niche markets are much smaller than broad ones, successfully tapping into them can be incredibly lucrative in the long run. In this article, I will show you the value of moving into niche markets, and how to reach the target … Read more
A new study by Previsible reveals significant changes in search behavior, with AI language models (LLMs) gaining traction as referral traffic sources. The analysis of over 30 websites shows Perplexity and ChatGPT emerging as alternatives to traditional search engines. David Bell, co-founder of Previsible, believes this indicates Google’s growth is at a standstill: “Google is … Read more
WordPress has held the dominant share of the content management systems (CMS) market since it was launched in 2003. Currently, the popular platform stands at 62.2% market share, according to W3Techs, which offers the most reputable and trustworthy data source. But in the last two years, WordPress has seen it’s market share start to reduce … Read more
Most marketers don’t realize that Google has been losing search market share in EU countries. Image Credit: Kevin Indig The drop in market share comes at a time when Google’s business is under siege: The DoJ recommended separating Google from Chrome and Android amid a lawsuit against Alphabet. (I summarized the lawsuit and potential outcomes … Read more
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and Google gave their final arguments on Monday in an antitrust case regarding Google’s digital advertising technology. U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema is expected to make a decision by the end of the year. DOJ’s Argument The DOJ claims that Google has built and kept a monopoly in open-web display … Read more
Few things bring me joy like diving into a Wikipedia rabbit hole for a few hours. I relish the chance to research topics and ideas and discover the unexpected ways they connect. And while I may relax that way in my personal life, I also use those skills in business, where I conduct B2B market … Read more
Marketers work with search data every day, but we’re greatly underutilizing its potential. Let me explain. Search data can tell us all kinds of things about markets, audiences, behavior, and preferences. It’s a source of intelligence that informs smarter, better, more timely business decisions beyond SEO. In this article, I’ll introduce you to a different … Read more
TikTok is no longer just a platform for viral dances and meme-worthy content. With its latest feature, Search Ads, TikTok is positioning itself as a serious player in the world of paid search marketing. Announced on September 24th, TikTok launched its highly anticipated Search Ads in the United States, giving marketers a new way to … Read more
Market research is the backbone of all marketing, and we can’t skip it. After all, how can you promote any products and services if you haven’t dug deep into your market, audience, and competition? Nevertheless, market research eats up a ton of time. So many marketers take it for granted and settle for superficial research. … Read more
Let’s play a game: Tell me how old you are without telling me how old you are. Not sure how to respond? Well, chances are your content consumption habits give you away. For instance, I love Instagram and Netflix but have left my Snapchat stage behind and don’t understand Roblox. (If you’re scratching your head, … Read more
Welcome to Breaking the Blueprint — a blog series that dives into the unique business challenges and opportunities of underrepresented business owners and entrepreneurs. Learn how they’ve grown or scaled their businesses, explored entrepreneurial ventures within their companies, or created side hustles, and how their stories can inspire and inform your own success. Employers in today’s global … Read more
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Being a small business is both easier and harder than ever. Yes, the competition is tough, but there have never been more AI tools that can help you in almost every segment of your business. For example, I’d long wanted to sell merchandise with my designs. However, the thought of getting started and thinking about … Read more
Do you own a restaurant, or are you planning to open one? Then, you know how challenging it can be to attract customers in the long run. You might have done your research about the restaurant business and how tough it can be to sustain a business for a long time. With increased competition in … Read more
Despite working in marketing for over a decade, I’m still puzzled by the idea of product marketing. Whether your business offers a service (say, a cleaning company) or a commodity (like a toy manufacturer), you’re marketing a “product,” right? Heck, in my recent job hunt, I interviewed for several product marketer jobs under the caveat … Read more
