Meredith's Husband

<p>SEO for people who don't like SEO. I run an SEO agency. My wife Meredith is a family photographer. Our podcast explains how I got Meredith's website to the top of Google and answers questions from photographers about SEO and website marketing. </p>

Power Struggles at Open AI: A Modern Tech Saga

Resources Mentioned:[Article] "I lost trust": Why the OpenAI team in charge of safeguarding humanity imploded (https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/2024/5/17/24158403/openai-resignations-ai-safety-ilya-sutskever-jan-leike-artificial-intelligence)Key Moments[1:12] The Story of Open AI and ChatGPT[1:55] Open Source AI[4:03] Sam Altman and Safety Measures at Open AI [8:58] Most importantly, what does Elon Musk say? Summary (yes, this was created by AI)In this podcast episode, Meredith's husband un...

05-28
10:59

Google I/O Announcements (hint: it's more AI stuff)

Links mentioned in this episode:Catch the latest news from Google I/O (from google.com) https://io.google/2024/Google is putting AI in basically everything, including search (from vox.com)https://www.vox.com/technology/2023/5/10/23718877/google-io-sundar-pichai-ai-conference-palm2-sge-mountain-view-openai-microsoft-generativeIn this episode, Meredith and her husband discuss Google's AI developments showcased at the Google I/O event. The event focused on integrating AI across various Google pr...

05-21
13:50

AI is Coming to Google Search

Wondering how the latest AI advancements could affect your business's online visibility? Tune in as we dissect the transformative powers of Google's Search Generative Experience and its increasing dominance in search result displays. With a 65% surge in AI-generated responses, the traditional featured snippet is waving goodbye, and we're here to guide you through this seismic shift. As Google possibly gears up to move SGE out of beta at their upcoming IO event, we'll provide crucial insights ...

05-14
11:19

Creating Basic Reports in Google Analytics

Here's the blog I mentioned at the end of this episode!How to Create Basic Reports in Google Analyticshttps://seiq.io/google-analytics-reportsNeed to set up conversions ("Key Events") in Google Analytics? https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/12844695?hl=enTIMESTAMPS[0:25] Meredith's Question about Google Analytics[1:53] Common Questions about Website Visitors[7:06] Creating Custom Reports in Google Analytics[7:58] The Problem with Average Time on Site[9:52] The Metrics I Pay Attention ...

04-30
16:52

How to Measure Conversions with Google Analytics

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEHow to set up Conversion Events (Google's blog)https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/12966437?hl=enTIMESTAMPS[0:24] The Double Impact of Improving Conversion Rate[1:40] G4 and The Holy Grail of Website Metrics[2:26] The New G4 Analytics and Tracking Conversions[5:31] How to Track Conversions [6:24] Tracking Conversions with CRMs[8:38] Do this sooner, rather than later...Did you like this episode? Send us a text! CONTACThttps://www.meredithshusband...

04-22
10:16

SEO for Video Content Creators

In this episode, I'll delve into my unique experience with video content on my blog, specifically focusing on my blog video tutorials. Recently, due to Google's mysterious algorithm shifts, I've observed a decline in organic traffic, which ignited my curiosity to explore potential causes and solutions. My journey included creating test pages and delving into online SEO forums for answers. I'll share my finding and my new approach to integrating YouTube videos into blog posts. Join me for an i...

04-15
14:29

How to Stop Feeling Like an SEO Failure

Ever felt like a fraud in a world that constantly demands more? Let's unravel that tangled web of imposter syndrome together, especially that pesky shadow that follows us around in the SEO landscape. Our latest chat dives into the pressures of nail-biting expectations and those stealthy comparisons that sneak into our professional lives. With a light-hearted touch, we reveal why it's vital to celebrate every single milestone—imagine laying bricks for a sturdy house, one at a time, with your o...

04-08
09:54

Meredith's Website Relaunches!

Raise your glasses to a milestone nearly half a century in the making - Meredith's website has finally launched! But what happens when the last streamer falls? That's where the real work begins. In this episode, we'll share the crucial steps you need to take after a website goes live, ensuring you're not just throwing a great party but also maintaining the buzz. We'll explore ground-level SEO tactics, the power of the Google 'site:' command, and why hitting pause on your analytics dashboard f...

04-01
12:05

Google Targets Content Generated by AI

Dear Mr or Miss Artificial Intelligence, please describe this episode below. If you do a good job, I'll give you a cookie. Ever found yourself questioning the true intent behind the flurry of online content? Get ready to recalibrate your content compass as we tackle Google's seismic core update, aiming its crosshairs at low-quality, AI-generated content. We're peeling back the layers of Google's sophisticated arsenal of algorithms and tests designed to champion original, high-quality content....

03-25
12:52

5 Steps to Get More Leads from Existing Traffic

Summary (provided by AI)Unlock the secrets to turning casual browsers into loyal customers! Our latest episode is a deep dive into mastering the art of the conversion path, where we show you how to turn a simple spot on Google's search results into a successful conversion journey that leads to your thank-you page. You'll learn an incredibly straightforward hack to craft a compelling thank-you page—just by tweaking your contact page! Plus, we reveal the astonishing power of a boosted conversio...

03-18
13:12

SEO vs. SEiQ: The 5 Rules

Summary (provided by AI)Back when SEO felt like just another buzzword in 2012, I found myself grappling with the harsh realities of Google's ever-shifting algorithm. My tale of redemption—transforming from a short-term tactician to a long-term strategist—kicks off our exploration into crafting SEO strategies that stand the test of time. We delve into the digital trenches, recounting a pivotal moment with a major client and how facing the music with integrity not only salvaged a valuable partn...

03-04
18:36

SEO: Maintaining Sanity and Motivation

Resources mentioned:The Quickstart SEO Dashboardhttps://seiq.io/dashboardGoogle Search Consolehttps://search.google.com/search-console/about AI Episode Summary:Wondering why your fast-track SEO tactics crumble like houses of straw and sticks? Brace yourselves for a hearty lesson in crafting a brick-solid SEO foundation that’s impervious to the huffs and puffs of digital marketing wolves. As we peel back the layers of SEO strategy, you'll discover the virtue of patience and the folly of obsess...

02-26
11:23

Google's (revised) SEO Starter Guide

Google recently revised its SEO Starter Guide, making it shorter and less intimidating. Although the general messages are the same, some of the more technical sections were removed (like structured data, mobile friendliness, and performance measurement) while most sections were simplified, and a few new sections were added. Check out Google's new SEO Starter Guide:https://developers.google.com/search/docs/fundamentals/seo-starter-guideIn this episode...[2:41] The changes to Google's SEO Start...

02-19
09:38

SEO and AI in 2024

In this episode, we talk about AI and SEO. Specifically, ChatGPT & the newly-released Gemini, and the current industry buzz about Google and the potential upcoming changes:How Google's current shift towards AI resembles shifts made in the past?What have website owners done in the past to end up winning in the long-term? What does this mean for you (and me) and what to keep in mind for 2024? In this Episode...[0:51] Question: Can you get websites listed in ChatGPT?[1:44] Pa...

02-12
14:26

Starting from scratch... again.

Meredith's SEO is in the toilet. Here's what we're going to do about it... In this Episode...[0:24] Episode 100[1:35] What's happened in the last 100 episodes?[2:50] Starting from scratch... again.[5:42] Squarespace Design vs. Squarespace SEO[9:50] The Google shift towards AI Did you like this episode? Send us a text! CONTACThttps://www.meredithshusband.com/contact

02-05
11:20

An Alternative for your Google Business Address

iPostal1https://ipostal1.com/Reviews for iPostal1https://www.trustpilot.com/review/ipostal1.comSee what it looks like on my own Google Business Profilehttps://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=602467516&q=Meredith%27s%20Husband&stick=H4sIAAAAAAAAAONgU1I1qLCwTDYyTTI1MjEwMzMwN7W0MqgwtrBMTTFJTTFISbUwNjVNWsQq5JtalJqSWZKhXqzgUVqclJiXAgAWGJ6mPgAAAA&mat=CV0dnTPzJtLw&ved=2ahUKEwiLprPizYOEAxWFD1kFHfJTBp4QrMcEegQIBRAHWas this helpful?Leave a review on my Google Business Profile https://g.pa...

01-29
13:24

How to spot bullsh*t SEO

How to spot bullsh*t SEOIn this episode... The Free Whitespark Course: https://seiq.meredithshusband.com/c/whitespark/Monthly SEO Coaching for Pro Members:https://seiq.meredithshusband.com/c/joinTimestamps...[0:30] How to Spot Bullsh*t SEO[1:36] SEO is like a lot of things...[4:11] There are no guarantees...[5:32] Look for Credentials [6:40] Did you find them or did they find you? [8:06] Can you outsource SEO? [9:51] What part of SEO can you outsource?[10:25] Monthly SEO Coaching!E...

01-22
13:37

The Ultimate Blog SEO Checklist

Download the Blog SEO Checklist:https://seiq.meredithshusband.com/c/questions/blog-seo-checklistEpisode 97: SEO for BloggersThe Ultimate Blog SEO ChecklistIn this episode...[0:49] The Ultimate SEO Checklist for Blogs[3:26] SEO Checklist 1. The Slug[5:11] SEO Checklist 2. The Title Tag[6:13] SEO Checklist 3. Headings [8:08] SEO Checklist 4. Meta Description[10:35] SEO Checklist 5. Excerpt[11:21] SEO Checklist 6. Image Alt Tags[12:03] SEO Checklist 7. Blog Text[12:08] SEO Checklist 8. Subh...

01-15
30:59

Bad SEO Advice You're Probably Following

SEO for Bloggers - Episode 96 Bad SEO Advice You've Probably Heard Before In this episode... [0:24] Bad SEO Advice You're Probably Following[7:29] Image Alt Text[8:08] Meta Description Tags[8:58] Keywords in URLs[13:34] External Links for SEO[14:36] Link to Quality Websites[15:37] JPGs vs. PNGs for SEO[17:03] Use WEBP Images[18:49] How to Approach Image Alt Tags[21:44] My Five SEO Rules Did you like this episode? Send us a text! CONTACThttps://www.meredithshusband.com/contact

01-07
24:57

Motivation & Overcoming Procrastination

Episode 95 - Motivation & Overcoming ProcrastinationTips from Andrew Huberman In this episode...[5:37] Visualize FAILURE to Increase Motivation[8:38] Dopamine Peaks and Troughs [10:04] When You're Unmotivated... [10:49] Ways to Get Out of Dopamine Troughs[11:58] Common Procrastination [15:07] Build a Motivation ToolkitReferences:Huberman LabLeverage Dopamine to Overcome Procrastinationhttps://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/leverage-dopamine-to-overcome-procrastination-and-optimize-...

01-01
17:15

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