LinkNow Media Blog Category: understanding search engines

Why Organic SEO Is Still the Best Way to Turn Traffic Into Revenue

Overview Organic SEO is the key to long-term online visibility. It helps businesses rank higher in search results and drives conversions over time. By optimizing content, improving site structure, and earning credibility, companies can attract more customers and drive sustainable growth. Highlights •What Is Organic SEO? •A Long-Term Investment With A High Payoff •The Data Speaks: Why Organic SEO Still Wins in 2025 •How Small Businesses Can Maximize Their Organic Growth •Need Help With Organic SEO? LinkNow Can Handle Everything! Introduction Ranking at the top of search results doesn’t happen overnight. Climbing the search results organically takes time, effort, and consistency—but the payoff is worth it. Unlike quick-fix strategies, organic SEO builds lasting visibility, bringing in steady website traffic and high-value customers month after month. Success in organic search is all about earning trust. Search engines reward businesses that prove their credibility, and that process doesn’t happen instantly. But once […]

LinkNow Case Study: Massage Therapist in Orlando

In the competitive wellness industry, standing out online is crucial for attracting new clients. In 2018, an Orlando-based massage therapist partnered with LinkNow to enhance their online visibility. At the time, their website had minimal presence, ranking for fewer than 30 keywords in Google’s top 50. Fast forward to 2025, and they now dominate search rankings, holding the #1 position for many of their primary services. In this case study, we’ll explore the challenges they faced, the strategies we implemented, and the results they achieved. Minimal Online Presence The client’s basic website lacked search engine optimization. It had limited service pages, no blog content, and did not provide an engaging user experience. Without a strong online presence, potential clients searching for massage therapy services in Orlando found competitors instead. Low Search Engine Rankings With fewer than 30 keywords ranking within Google’s top 50, the website struggled to appear in […]

Google Now Prioritizes Authoritativeness More Than Ever

Overview Authoritativeness has been a key part of how Google rates websites for many years but is becoming even more important as search engine algorithms evolve. This blog examines the importance of expert opinions and how small business owners can use their authority to their advantage. Highlights •Introduction •Why Google Has Started To Focus on Authoritativeness •The Shift Toward Q&A Formatting and Expert Contributions •How Small Business Owners Can Build Their Online Authority •Need Help Establishing Your Online Authority? LinkNow Can Help! Introduction Google’s search algorithms are constantly evolving, but one factor has become increasingly important: authoritativeness. As misinformation and generic content flood the internet, Google is refining its ranking systems to prioritize high-authority content. This shift means businesses that demonstrate real-world knowledge and industry authority have a greater opportunity to rank higher in search results and attract more qualified leads. For small business owners, this means simply publishing content […]

How LinkNow Leverages Voice Search To Elevate Our Clients’ Rankings

Overview LinkNow helps businesses improve their search engine rankings by optimizing their websites for voice search, using strategies like conversational keyword integration, local SEO enhancements, and structured content formatting to ensure they appear in voice-based queries. Highlights •Introduction •What Is Voice Search? •Can Voice Search Improve Your SEO? •How LinkNow Optimizes for Voice Search •What Types of Results Can You Expect With LinkNow’s Voice Search Optimization? •Start Ranking for Voice Searches With LinkNow Introduction Voice search is transforming how people find businesses online, making it essential for companies to optimize their digital presence accordingly. Over 62% of American adults now use AI-powered assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, which means appearing in voice search results has become a key factor in online visibility. Here at LinkNow, we’ve quickly embraced the power of voice search optimization and work hard to ensure our clients rank for natural language queries, “near me” […]

Digital Marketing Best Practices: Why We’re Committed to “White Hat” SEO

Overview Search engine optimization (SEO) is a vital component of digital marketing, but not all SEO practices are effective. White hat SEO is an ethical, sustainable approach that prioritizes long-term success over quick, risky gains. In this blog post, LinkNow Media explores white hat SEO to explain why we’re committed to it, as well as how it differs from black hat techniques. Highlights •Introduction •What Is SEO? •What Is Black Hat SEO? •What Is White Hat SEO? •How Can You Benefit From White Hat SEO Tactics? •What Are the Best White Hat Tactics? •LinkNow Media Is Committed to White Hat SEO Introduction SEO is one of the cornerstones of effective digital marketing. By optimizing your website and content for search engines, you can drive organic traffic to improve your online presence and ultimately help your business grow. However, the effectiveness of SEO practices can vary, with white hat SEO standing […]

Why More Reviews Lead to More Organic Traffic

Overview Online reviews are a crucial factor in driving organic traffic, enhancing search rankings, and improving customer trust. Search engines prioritize fresh, user-generated content, making reviews a key component of SEO. This LinkNow blog explores how reviews impact your SEO efforts, influencing click-through rates, bounce rates, keyword optimization, and local search visibility. We’ll also look at strategies for getting reviews and making the most of them. Highlights •Introduction •Understanding SEO and Organic Traffic •Customer Reviews and Local SEO •The SEO Benefits of Reviews •What Do Search Engines Consider When Assessing Your Reviews? •How To Get More Reviews •Responding to Reviews: Engagement is Key •How To Make Your Reviews Accessible and Visible •Implementing a System for Regularly Updating Reviews •Stay Optimized and Well-Reviewed With LinkNow Introduction Online reviews are more than just a way for customers to express their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with a product or service—they’re a crucial component of […]

How Blog Posts Help You Drive SEO Traffic

Overview The people who click on your website aren’t all at the same stage of the customer journey, and your content needs to reflect that. Where do they find the information that pushes them toward a decision? Insightful blog posts answer questions and position your business as a trusted resource. Below, LinkNow explores how strategic blog content drives organic traffic and improves search engine visibility. Highlights •What Makes Blog Posts Essential for SEO Success? •The Role of Keywords in Driving Traffic Through Blog Posts •Creating Evergreen Content: A Long-Term SEO Strategy •Optimizing Old Blog Posts for Search Engines •How To Interpret User Engagement Metrics for Blog Posts •Measuring the Impact of Blog Posts on Your SEO Traffic Introduction If you haven’t bothered with creating blog posts for your website, assuming they’re not worth the effort, you’re missing a huge opportunity to drive organic traffic and build authority in your industry. […]

The Average Search Query Is Getting Longer: Here’s How To Adapt Your Content

Overview As AI-driven technologies like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini continue to shape search behavior, the length and complexity of search queries are evolving. Consumers are now using longer, more specific search phrases, which presents both challenges and opportunities for businesses. In this blog post, LinkNow Media explores these changes and how you can adapt your content strategy to this new search landscape. Highlights •What Are Long-Tail Search Terms? •What Aren’t Long-Tail Search Terms? •How Are LLMs Changing Search Behavior? •Transform Marketing Campaigns by Targeting Long-Tail Keywords •Your Content Creation Needs To Be More Comprehensive •How Do You Adapt Your Content Strategy? •Personalize the User Experience •Looking Ahead: The Future of Search in the LLM Era •Thriving in a Changing SEO Landscape Introduction One of the most notable trends in SEO is the increasing length and complexity of search queries. Gone are the days when simple, two- or three-word searches dominated. […]

We Wrote the Book on Small Business SEO

Introducing a Small Business Owner’s Handbook for Online Success Overview Small business owners manage a wide range of responsibilities, from early planning to bringing their business ideas to life. As a company that started small, LinkNow Media understands the effort you put in every day. We also know that when reliable answers are available and trusted industry advice is within reach, there’s no need to approach things the hard way. Our book, The Ultimate Guide To Marketing Online, makes it possible to wade through all the conflicting information you’ve seen and heard about online marketing and master the fundamentals of search engine optimization (SEO). We’re excited to give you a sneak peek at what you can expect to learn from it in this blog. Introduction Our book provides straightforward answers to your key questions about building a website for your brand. It explains how to use SEO to your advantage […]

How To Create More Leads for Your Pest Control Business

Overview The fundamentals of running a business once focused on setting up shop and maintaining smooth operations. Today’s digital world and competitive markets demand a new foundation that necessitates the generation and steady flow of quality leads to keep business thriving. In the pest control industry, having a solid lead generation strategy is essential. This guide explores proven methods to boost lead flow. With LinkNow Media’s digital marketing expertise, you’ll gain tools to ensure a dependable source of new clients. Introduction For pest control companies, generating a steady stream of quality leads is an absolute must for business growth and a consistent schedule of appointments. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to boost your numbers, mastering lead generation can transform your company from getting just a few inquiry calls daily to having your phones ringing off the hook. But running a pest control business is demanding enough—who has […]

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