SmartBug Media

APRIL 21, 2022

When launching your very first paid search campaign using Google Ads, getting your text ads to stand out can seem like a daunting task. In the deep ocean that is Google’s search engine results page (SERP), you have only a split second to grab someone’s attention with an eye-catching headline or enticing call to action (CTA).

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 12, 2019

In 2019, Google began rolling out what is arguably one of the most significant changes to its search engine since the introduction of dedicated video carousels in June 2018, or the introduction of featured snippets in October 2017: Google has begun to ad podcasts to search results. In 2018, Google set out to change that.

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Hubspot

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Fact: HubSpot's pictures are worth 120 thousand clicks. This refers to traffic that comes from people who conduct a search in Google, or a similar search engine, and click on an image result that leads to the HubSpot Blog. As you wish: Source: Google Search Console. Cliché: A picture is worth a thousand words.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 13, 2020

This post is a part of Made @ HubSpot, an internal thought leadership series through which we extract lessons from experiments conducted by our very own HubSpotters. In this article, I’ll take you through how HubSpot uses surround sound to track and improve its products’ visibility and awareness. What is the surround sound strategy?

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Hubspot

APRIL 9, 2020

In the most recent HubSpot Research survey, 64% of marketers actively invest in SEO. Now, with major advancements in Google’s ability to process natural language, most recently through the BERT update, you can focus more on what the user wants — there is less of a tradeoff between pleasing the algorithm and the user.

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SmartBug Media

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

HubSpot SEO and CMS are two of the most popular tools used by businesses today. SEO stands for search engine optimization , which is the process of optimizing webpages, content, and links to help businesses rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs). HubSpot’s CMS is first and foremost marketing-focused.

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 20, 2021

In 2021, 82% of businesses use content marketing as part of their larger marketing strategy, but only about half feel that their efforts are successful. If your business regularly publishes content but isn’t seeing results, a content audit is a good place to start in remedying the problem. Improve SERP rankings for certain topics.

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Oktopost

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Backlinks are the backbone of SEO, but Google does not consider backlinks from social media websites as strong as other links. Improve ranking on Google with local SEO. Making sure your social media pages appear in the SERP for branded search queries doesn’t take much work and serves an important function. Social media traffic.

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accelerate agency

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Google crawls hundreds of billions of pages to get to those it considers most useful to searchers. And while they haven’t ever said so publicly, it’s believed Google uses around 200 signals when they’re assigning ranks. Provide Google with content that’s valuable and unique and it will reward you with higher rankings.

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Hubspot

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

There are moments when I obsess over Google's algorithm in the same way that certain movie characters might obsess about their exes. Here's what Google did this month. Here's what Google's doing next. And now, Google itself has decided to carry its own torch on that last part -- how it works. I mean, we all do, right?

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Vidyard

OCTOBER 27, 2019

These video marketing statistics highlight precisely why so many companies, in industries across the B2B and B2C spectrum, are taking advantage of this medium—and why video marketing should be part of your business, too. Video can help improve your website’s ranking on search engine results pages (SERPs). Grow Revenue.

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nDash

MAY 10, 2021

Since 2008, Google searchers have had access to the search engine’s Google Suggest feature. You and your team have probably tested keyword research tools and conducted link and SERP analysis. Instead of leaning on several different tools, consider leveraging Google Suggest as a content generation tool. Übersuggest.

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Hubspot

MARCH 11, 2020

Okay, okay, I'll admit it — to waste time, I start a Google search query and let the suggestions do the rest, hoping to fall into a rabbit hole of interesting facts. For instance, today's lucky search query was "How many businesses", and I ended up going with ".does Let's talk about how to promote your business.

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Hubspot

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

And while that sentiment may have caused 90% of you to bounce from this page, please, hear me out: This post is about Google more than it is about him. But more important -- what is Google up to? What are Google and Justin Timberlake Up To? Google Wants in on the Data Game. First, why isn't "none of them" an option?

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Vidyard

OCTOBER 27, 2019

These video marketing statistics highlight precisely why so many companies, in industries across the B2B and B2C spectrum, are taking advantage of this medium—and why video marketing should be part of your business, too. Rank Higher in Search Video can help improve your website’s ranking on search engine results pages (SERPs).

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Tomorrow People

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Earlier this year, before the world experienced mass disruption, we were putting the finishing touches on a series of eBooks looking at some of the most interesting trends we saw in content, marketing, and business strategy. SERP Position Zero. On-SERP SEO is still very important. " Did we get it right? What did we miss?

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 21, 2017

The HubSpot Marketing Blog has been around since 2006. The Marketing Blog has been a key part of HubSpot’s inbound business. As it turns out, Google is likely eating your blog traffic -- specifically, its featured snippets. What Is Google's Featured Snippet? Think about that for a moment. Sound familiar?

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SmartBug Media

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Structured data can define everything from videos to local SEO , and it can help you appear on the search engine results page (SERP). More specifically, a FAQ schema helps visitors quickly find answers to their questions, and therefore these schemas have become an integral part of Google search results. The Recent Evolution of Schemas.

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Hubspot

MARCH 6, 2017

Whether you're in the process of launching a new business or already have one, having an strong online presence for your brand is extremely important. Small business owners looking for a way to track ROI and brand awareness need digital marketing. Why isn't my website appearing in Google? Why is my competitor above me in Google?

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Small Business Marketing CMS Development Advertising Agencies Paid Search Agency 101

Sprout Social

AUGUST 28, 2023

For businesses, these investments mean faster, better decisions and a competitive advantage. The all-in-one platform accelerates business impact through social, so you can strengthen collaboration between teams and put your best foot forward when you engage with audiences. Enter Sprout Social.

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 22, 2020

This is why Google has become a modern day casino for advertisers. Google often signals their own interpretation of a search term, based on the types of results. For example, if you Google "sales funnel" the search engine results page (SERP) indicates you're looking for the definition of a sales funnel. Probably not.

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Hubspot

MAY 7, 2019

The marketer who’s best at spotting and using trends earns their business market share, brand recognition, and ultimately, revenue. Well, since they own about 92% of the global search engine market, the answer to both of these questions is, “Google.”. Top Google Search Statistics in 2019. source: Google ). In 2017, 50.3%

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Hubspot

JULY 25, 2019

When I joined HubSpot, I partnered with our SEO team to design online experiences that could grow organic traffic to our website at scale. Ultimately, designing pages to provide a thoughtful and valuable experience for visitors affects whether our content appears in a SERP (Search Engine Results Page) or not. Let's dive in.

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SmartBug Media

AUGUST 27, 2021

Our entire business revolves around using paid media to help drive inbound marketing. Inbound marketing and paid media strategies can be scaled to any business size and an infinite variety of goals. It’s important to remember that strategy is essential and that no two businesses are alike.

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DAGMAR Marketing

APRIL 15, 2022

We’re sure you’ve heard the term SEO before, but do you really know what it means and how it can benefit your business? SEO rewards businesses that adhere to its ranking factors with higher placement in search engines. SEO gives businesses the power to improve their online presence by using a series of website optimization techniques.

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Before I began writing at HubSpot, I worked at two small businesses. For example, an old client wanted their business to show up in Google's knowledge panel. The box you see, where Google synthesizes this information, is known as the knowledge panel, or the Knowledge Graph card. Really small. Trust me — I get it.

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SmartBug Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Is business blogging a part of your financial institution’s marketing strategy? Today, blogging is leveraged not only by individuals, but also by businesses. What Is Business Blogging? Business blogging is a great way to connect with your customers by sharing relevant, timely information that they’re interested in.

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Hubspot

MARCH 26, 2020

You realize you need new business and decide a base of interested contacts would be a great place to start. If you're trying to generate leads for your business, it doesn't make sense to employ the same lead generation strategies as companies that operate on a global scale. Instead, you would do something called local lead generation.

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Hubspot

OCTOBER 2, 2018

What is Google Search Console? GSC (formerly Google Webmaster Tools) is a free platform for anyone with a website to monitor how Google views their site and optimize its organic presence. I’m a content strategist on HubSpot’s SEO team, which means GSC is particularly useful to me. Sign into your Google account.

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Marketing Insider Group

APRIL 6, 2021

You probably already know how powerful customer retention can be for your business. They’ll be more likely to remember you, admire you, trust you, and work with your business long term. Source: HubSpot. That way, they’ll be more likely to engage with your business regularly. With content marketing. Quick Takeaways.

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Hubspot

DECEMBER 17, 2019

The era of the high Google click-through rate is nearing its end and the age of the low-click landscape is dawning. While Google is still the number one traffic source for most sites on the web, over half of all searches these days result in no click at all. How to Optimize for Higher On-SERP Conversions.

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Hubspot

MARCH 3, 2020

The internet lets you reach billions of people around the globe, but if you're like many small or local businesses, world domination isn't really on your radar (not yet, anyway). What makes your business tick is your local community, whether on the town, city, county, or state level. 30% of Google searches are for local information.

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Outgrow

MARCH 18, 2020

Top 5 Mailchimp Integration To Grow Your Business. Previously, we have discussed tools that integrate with marketing giants like HubSpot and Zoho. The marketing features of Lightspeed helps marketing teams make their online businesses searchable. This blog talks about the top 5 Mailchimp integration tools.

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B2B Marketing Insights - WE

MARCH 16, 2022

Ranking at the top of the search engines can be a royal pain in the butt for small businesses. There are literally hundreds of algorithm factors that can mean reaching the top or being buried deep in Google search results pages. Google Keyword Planner – This is a tool that is built into the Google AdWords platform.

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Hubspot

JULY 18, 2019

Let's say you have an amazing new product -- you've created a software that recommends the perfect pizza toppings for your personality, and you're excited to share your business with the world. According to Power Traffick, the top three links on a search engine results page (SERP) capture almost half of all traffic for that keyword.

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Navigate the Channel

JUNE 19, 2023

You Don’t Embrace SEO If you want to get people looking at your content on Google or any other search engine, SEO must be a priority. If your content is not in the first few search engine results pages (SERPs) people will go to other sources for the same or similar information. See Upworthy’s take on effective headlines today.

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SmartBug Media

AUGUST 13, 2021

One way to boost your search engine result page (SERP) ranking is to utilize a consistent customer review strategy. According to Moz, reviews account for about 15 percent of the method Google uses to rank local businesses. First, make sure you add or claim your business listing on Google and create profiles on third-party sites.

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