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The SEO shift: Why Google no longer values links like before
Chris Dornellas
SEO Specialist
For a long time, getting backlinks was seen as the golden rule of SEO. As content leaders, we can say that this consumes a substantial amount of our monthly calendar activities and is a big part of an effective SEO strategy. But things are taking a surprising turn. At a recent search marketing conference, Google shared that it doesn’t rely as much on links to judge a website’s quality and relevance as we thought. This news is big—it’s shaking up old SEO strategies and making us rethink what really counts in getting to the top of search rankings. But worry not—everything you need to know is in this article.
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Google Core March Update is officially over. Now what?
Larissa Mendes
SEO Specialist
If you work in content marketing and SEO and haven't been stranded on a desert island without internet for the past two months, you've probably read and heard a lot about Google's March 2024 Core Update (including here at The Beat). The update is officially completed, and after this wrap-up, you might have noticed a drop in traffic, rankings, or keywords on your site, or perhaps you're just a bit confused. What should you do now? Let's understand the main consequences of this update and what you should focus on right now.
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I tested the AI Content Idea Generator: Here are my impressions
Sylvia Szterenfeld
Growth Marketer
Are you struggling to find the perfect topics for your content strategy? Discover the AI Content Idea Generator—a free tool that provides customized content recommendations tailored specifically to your target audience in minutes. Our Project Manager tested the tool firsthand and detailed everything in this comprehensive article. Read it now!
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