5 Simple Steps to Give Your SEO a Boost

We recently helped one of our clients by giving their website a much-needed SEO boost through some simple yet effective tasks. With these straightforward strategies, you can unlock the full potential of your own website and watch it thrive.

Connect Google Search Console and Your Website

Google Search Console (formerly known as Webmaster Tools) is an absolute gem for website owners! Connecting your site to this tool opens the door to a treasure trove of data on how Google perceives your site. 

You’ll find detailed insights into your search traffic, indexing status, and any pesky issues that could be impacting your rankings.

Google Search Console also lets you submit new content for indexing and remove anything you’d prefer not to show up in search results. 

This proactive approach keeps your site optimised and fresh in Google's eyes—because who doesn’t want to impress this search giant (And others)?

Submit a Sitemap to Help Search Engines Understand your Site Structure

Submitting a sitemap to search engines is a key step in ensuring your website gets the attention it deserves.

Think of a sitemap as your website’s personal tour guide—it lists all your pages and helps search engines navigate your site’s layout while discovering new content more easily.

By submitting your sitemap through Google Search Console, you’re handing search engines a handy roadmap that can boost indexing and even help with those coveted higher rankings. 

Just remember to keep your sitemap updated with any changes or new content additions. And don’t forget about the URL Inspection Tool—it’s a great way to let Google know when you've added a new page or updated existing content. 

Heads-up: Google limits URL submissions to 10 per day, while Bing is feeling generous with 100. So, plan accordingly and Happy indexing!

Add Your Image Alt Text for Improved Accessibility

Image alt text, or alternative text, plays a vital role in both SEO and accessibility. Alt text is used to describe the content of an image to search engines and to users who rely on screen readers. 

By ensuring your image alt text is logical and descriptive, you not only enhance the accessibility of your site but also improve its search engine optimisation.

When crafting alt text, be clear and concise, describing the image in a way that makes sense within the context of the page. 

Avoid keyword stuffing, as this can lead to a poor user experience and potential penalties from search engines.

Revise Your Page Meta Titles and Descriptions

Meta titles and descriptions are essential elements of on-page SEO. Think of them as a friendly introduction to your page, giving both search engines and users a quick snapshot of what to expect. 

Google favours meta descriptions that are 155 characters or fewer, so keep your summaries sharp and engaging!

Regularly checking and refreshing your meta titles and descriptions can boost your click-through rates and help improve your rankings. 

Remember, each page on your site deserves its own unique meta title and description that truly reflects its content and incorporates those all-important keywords. Happy optimising!

Leverage Citation Building Services for a Local SEO Boost

If you’re looking to boost your local SEO game, citation building services like MOZ Local Listings or SEMRush Local Listings are your new best friends! 

These platforms help you manage and optimise your business's online presence across numerous directories, ensuring your info is consistent and accurate.

By signing up with a citation building service, you’re not just playing the SEO game—you’re upping your chances of showing up in local search results. That means more traffic to your site and more local customers knocking at your door. 

Remember, accurate and consistent citations aren’t just nice to have; they’re crucial for building trust with search engines and potential customers alike. So, let’s get those citations in order and watch your business shine!

SEO Silver Bullet

Of course there is a lot more to SEO than the points we have outlined here. The closest thing to a silver bullet for SEO? Consistently improving both your on-page and technical SEO. 

Too often, SEO efforts get shelved after the website launch, if they’re even considered at all. 

For SEO success, your website needs regular updates with fresh content, and don’t forget to refine existing content to match what users are searching for. 

The secret? A steady, incremental approach over time. Great SEO is a marathon, not a sprint!

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