Mobile First Index: One Year Later

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The World Wide Web revolutionized the way people shop, consume media and interact with friends and loved ones. As cell phones became smartphones, users could access data from anywhere at any time with just a few taps. No longer were people tied to a desk and stuck in front of a monitor. They were free…

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How Amazon Is Changing the Search Engine Game

Amazon and Google have a lot in common. They are both dominant in their flagship sectors through innovation and a penchant for taking risks. When they make changes in the market, many other businesses feel that shift. Competitors think of them as monopolies and loyal customers as top-notch service providers. If asked to name their…

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The Latest in Google Search News

Many businesses spend a significant amount of time figuring out how to gain greater visibility in Google Search. This can be challenging since Google updates its search systems often and unexpectedly. Just when you think you have their algorithm figured out, they change things up. While this can be frustrating, it’s important not to get…

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Closing Out 2019 on Top: A Boostability Webinar

On November 6, we shared a webinar about the most important digital marketing tools to utilize as the year comes to an end. Curtis Warren, Lead Acquisition Manager here at Boostability, shared a lot of tips for businesses who want to take advantage of the holiday shopping season. With 7 years of digital marketing experience,…

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What’s the Difference Between Voice Search and Regular Search?

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The way people make a voice search is different than regular Google searches. After all, humans talk differently when speaking versus typing. Instead of having to choose specific keywords, users can just ask normal questions. Modern search engines understand what they’re looking for and give them answers from trustworthy web pages. It’s important for online…

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The 7 Pages You Need On Your Website

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Web design is incredibly important for every kind of business. The internet has revolutionized how people make purchases, and its effects reach further than just online orders. According to recent studies, 82% of smartphone owners use the internet to inform their in-store purchases. To make the best impression on customers, you need a professional, well-made…

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What are Longtail Keywords?

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Most people are familiar with the term “keywords.” This refers to specific words or terms you insert into your online content. The purpose of using such words is to help potential customers or clients discover your products and/or business. After all, if your intended audience can’t discover what you sell, they can’t buy it. But…

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When Is the Right Time To Focus on an SEO Strategy?

Digital marketing agencies must offer a website service, and knowing how and when to pair it with an SEO campaign is critical. Whether you’re working with a startup, an established local company or a virtual store, your clients’ customers need to find them. Search engine optimization is a vital component for connecting with an identified…

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The September 2019 Google Core Algorithm Update

The latest 2019 Google update began rolling out on September 24th. When it comes to search engine optimization, keeping up with any new Google algorithm update is a big part of the job. Updates change the way search engines calculate high-quality results. This, in turn, affects where webpages rank for search queries. It also affects…

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Why Getting to Page One Matters

Online shopping is growing in popularity. By 2021, experts predict ecommerce sales will reach $4.5 trillion worldwide. When they want to find trendy clothes and top-rated restaurants, many people turn to Google search results. Google has about 3.5 billion searches every day and a massive 1.2 trillion searches annually! People looking for products lead to…

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