Voices of Search // A Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Content Marketing Podcast Youtube SEO Is SEO 5 Years Ago?
May 16, 2025
Delve into the fascinating world of YouTube SEO and its unexpected ties to traditional SEO practices from five years ago. Discover how engagement metrics and viewer signals play a crucial role in content optimization. Learn about the 80% overlap in strategies and why adapting to trends is essential for success. Elliot Tsai also discusses modernizing SEO techniques and the importance of personalized strategies to keep pace with evolving digital landscapes. It's an insightful look at optimizing both YouTube and traditional SEO for greater visibility.
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YouTube SEO's Unique Blend
- YouTube SEO shares about 80% similarity with traditional SEO but differs in engagement and visual components.
- Subscriber signals act as topical authority indicators, reflecting content credibility.
Leverage YouTube Trends for SEO
- Use YouTube's filtering features to spot trending content ideas like high views and relevant tags.
- Incorporate these insights into SEO briefs to enrich traditional SEO strategies.