Join Seth Price and Rand Fishkin, co-founder of Moz and now SparkToro, in this episode of the SEO Insider as they delve into the leak that revealed Google’s ranking factors. Discover what the exposure of Google's secret search documents means for the future of SEO and digital marketing. Rand unpacks the biggest takeaways from the leak and discusses how these insights could reshape SEO strategies. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on the intricacies of Google's algorithms and the strategic shifts needed to stay ahead in SEO.

This discussion demystifies long-held SEO assumptions, and also provides a rare glimpse into the mechanics of Google's search algorithm through the accidental GitHub upload of Google’s API documentation. Rand offers his unique insights on the implications for SEO practitioners, revealing how off-platform metrics like Chrome usage data and non-Google traffic influence rankings more significantly than previously thought. The episode also explores the broader impacts on digital marketing strategies, urging a shift towards a more informed and transparent approach in SEO practices. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the SEO landscape and learn how to adapt your strategies to these new revelations.

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In this episode of the SEO Insider, Joy Hawkins gives an inside look into all things SEO. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the digital marketing realm, tune in to gain insights and strategies that can transform your approach to SEO. Also, don't miss out on learning from the best in the business at Local U. Joy highlights their upcoming events in Detroit in June and New York in September. Tickets to Local U are only $300, compared to the usual $900!

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On this episode of the SEO insider, Gyi Tsakalakis joins Seth in discussing various aspects of local search and SEO strategies. Seth and Gyi discuss legal SEO, with Gyi recounting an instance where they deliberately triggered a manual action by Google after they built a test site with unnatural links. They also touch on best practices in link building, from risky practices like buying links from spammy domains to more benign methods like sponsoring local community events.

The pair discuss the importance of local visibility, share of local voice, and the role of LSAs (Local Services Ads) in local search results. They emphasize the need for law firms to focus on user experience, reviews, and engagement with platforms like Google.

Gyi highlights the significance of having a site that capitalizes on the ability to rank whenever possible through link building. He suggests that firms should reconsider consolidating pages if it affects their visibility for target queries.

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