Episode #1046
The Hardest SEO Signal to Manipulate
June 12, 2019

In episode #1046, we discuss the hardest SEO signal to manipulate. Tune in to hear why it’s so difficult and what you can do about it.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:27] Today’s Topic: The Hardest SEO Signal to Manipulate
  • [00:38] Brand signals are the hardest to manipulate.
  • [01:18] Brand signals is more likely to increase your traffic.
  • [02:01] Neil’s “Who is Neil Patel” campaign was successful, but it took a great deal of money and effort.
  • [03:12] Dry Bar is a business with great branding and brand signals.
  • [05:15] Neil used to own a domain called “Subscribers”, which meant a lot of people were looking for other things and not his brand.
  • [05:32] That’s it for today!
  • [05:40] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info.

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