Initiating SEO discussions with clients can be hard – regardless of if this is a new client on a client you've had for years...

In this episode we explore strategies for approaching SEO sales conversations, emphasizing the importance of presenting SEO as an opportunity rather than a hard sell. We discuss the importance of understanding a client's current business state, objectives, and expectations for SEO.

We also cover themes such as assessing a client's website performance, conducting keyword research, setting realistic targets, the challenges of working with brand new businesses and the importance of not overcommitting to unattainable goals.

Main talking points include:

• Approaching SEO sales conversations: Presenting SEO as an opportunity rather than a hard sell.
• Understanding the client's business: Assessing the current state, objectives, and expectations for SEO.
• Assessing website performance: Analyzing client's website for SEO readiness.
• Conducting keyword research: Importance of selecting appropriate keywords for client's business.
• Setting realistic SEO targets: Importance of achievable goals, especially for new businesses.
• Charging for SEO services: The need for agencies to charge fairly.
• Long-term client relationships: Focusing on sustained growth and consistent results.

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