Episode #1144
Organic Click-Through Rate Lessons on 5 Million Google Search Results
September 18, 2019

In episode #1144, we unpack the recent collaborative study on organic click-through rates. This study, conducted by Backlinko and Marketing School, shows findings from over 5 millions Google search results and has a ton of surprising statistics to help you understand your SEO. Tune in to get all the details on this study!

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: The Organic Click-Through Rate Lessons on 5 Million Google Search Results.
  • [01:10] A summary of the key findings of this study.
  • [01:29] Why it’s a ‘winner take all’ situation with search results .
  • [02:57] The success rates of titles containing questions.
  • [03:35] Keyword usage in titles and the resulting bump in click through rates.
  • [04:48] The subtractive effect of including power words in your titles.
  • [05:50] Evoking curiosity can make a big difference to your CTR.
  • [06:10] There you have it!
  • [06:30] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Leave Some Feedback:

 

  • What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below
  • Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.

 

Connect with Us: 

Discover Latest Episodes

Episode
The New Startup Playbook, CEOs Are Choosing More AI. Less Jobs.
May 08, 2025

In episode #2968, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the new startup playbook, questioning the need for traditional venture capital and emphasizing AI’s growing role. They highlight the shift toward se...

Episode
How To Get The Best Speakers For Your Events (For Free), Are TikTokers Really Broke?, What I Learned From Hosting A Private Summit With 185 Business Operators, They Raised $25M And Spent $12M On A Domain, Agency Is Eating The World
May 07, 2025

In episode #2967, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss building relationships to attract top event speakers, share marketing insights from a private summit, and examine TikTok advertising. They highlight t...

Episode
60% Of Traditional Searches Don’t End With A Click Now, The One Common Thing With The Best Marketers In The World, How To Generate The Most Revenue From Conferences, How To Manifest 7-Figure Deals From Thin Air
May 06, 2025

In episode #2966, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the shift to zero click results and the growing importance of strong branding in digital marketing. They cover strategies for mastering marketing chan...