

Voices of Search // A Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Content Marketing Podcast
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Dive deep into the ever-changing world of content and search engine marketing. Discover actionable strategies and learn ways to gain insights through data that will help you navigate the topsy-turvy world of SEO.
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Mar 20, 2019 • 22min
Mobile UX: Content Optimization Tips and Tricks
Hear the best practices on mobile content literacy from Andrew Lassetter, product designer at Udemy, with strategies for the App Store, Google Play, multimedia, long and short form content, and more: How the relationship with our devices is changing How principles of design and gestalt should shape your content and CTA Setting expectations and instructing the user on their next nav step. Show NotesConnect With: Andrew Lassetter: Website // LinkedIn Benjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 14, 2019 • 37min
A SEO Innovator’s Wild Ride to Success
Hear the story of Jeremiah Smith, founder and CEO of SimpleTiger, and learn about his career path and his beginnings innovating from the trenches of SEO. A Renaissance man with expertise ranging from link building and content optimization to Chinese medicine and military weaponry, Jeremiah Smith’s wild ride shows how taking risks can lead to learning (sometimes the hard way), spiritual growth, and ultimately, marketing success. Show NotesConnect With:Jeremiah Smith: Website // LinkedInBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 13, 2019 • 23min
Top Strategies for Mobile Conversions
With the recent major changes in mobile search, companies need new SEO and content strategies based on user psychology and their predictable mobile behaviors. In this Voices of Search podcast, we cover: User expectations for their mobile experience Strategies for engagement and simplification How to develop rich content and high volume for better rankings on Google What are micro commitments and why does understanding them matter? Best practices for analyzing heat and click maps Understanding the data on page flow, engagement and bounce rates, and time on site for optimal conversions. Show NotesConnect With: Justin Christianson: LinkedIn Benjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 11, 2019 • 38min
SEO Career Day: From International SEO to Growth Advisor
Follow Kevin Indig's journey from rookie member of a global SEO agency to international startup growth advisor. Kevin's advice? Learn your craft from the inside out Practice makes perfect Always be curious. Show NotesConnect With:Kevin Indig: LinkedIn Benjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 6, 2019 • 26min
Mobile SEO: The Latest Usage Trends and Content Strategies for Maximum Impact
Mobile use has skyrocketed, surpassing the desktop. Learn the latest optimization and content strategies to maximize SEO: Generation Z and multi-gen usage trends How different industries are being impacted and the rise of mobile pioneering industries SEO content strategies for mobile. Show NotesConnect With: Jordan Koene: Website // LinkedInBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 4, 2019 • 28min
February 2019 SEO Winners and Losers
Tyson Stockton, Searchmetric's Director of Services spends some time with Ben to discuss the big winners (and losers) for February of 2019. Join us to learn who the big movers were, why, and the lessons to be learned from their successes and failures. Show NotesConnect With: Tyson Stockton: Website // LinkedInBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 27, 2019 • 35min
2019 Content Industry Trends
We're thrilled to be hosting Robert Rose, the Content Marketing Institute's Chief Strategist and one of the Content Marketing Industry's leading thinkers. In this episode, Ben and Robert discuss the growing fragmentation of content, driven by omni-channel marketing strategies as well as the growth and evolution of the industry as a whole. Tune in to understand what's next and how to leverage cutting edge trends to improve your content marketing efforts. Show NotesConnect With:Robert Rose: Website // LinkedInBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 2019 • 26min
SEO Tips for Relationship Building With Your Content Teams
We continue content marketing month with an overview of how to build strong working relationships with your content marketing organization. Joining Ben for this episode is Taylor Robinson, Senior Manager of SEO for Conde Nast. Join Ben and Taylor to understand how to blend proactive, change agent approaches to filling online performance gaps with while providing excellent, reactive SEO support. Show NotesConnect With:Taylor Robinson: Website // LinkedIn Benjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 2019 • 12min
Using Data to Optimize Content for Each Stage of the Funnel
Welcome to the fifth and final episode of Content Optimization Week on the Voices of Search Podcast. In this episode we’ll be reviewing the topics we discussed earlier in the week while diving into the data and tools that you can use to optimize your entire content marketing strategy. Join Ben and our special guest, Marlon Glover, Content Services Team Lead at Searchmetrics as they dive into the gathering and utilization of data to optimize your content funnel. Show NotesConnect With:Marlon Glover: Website // LinkedInBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 14, 2019 • 15min
Using Content to Retain Post-Purchase Customers
Welcome back to Content Optimization Week. In our 4th episode, Marlon and Ben discuss how content can be used to create a virtuous cycle of customer retention, satisfaction and upsell. Marlon also speaks to the similarities between content developed to educate and engage in pre-purchase phases and how it can be optimized for your customer’s needs. Join us to better understand how to be there for your customers with the content they need and the rewards that can be enjoyed with secondary and tertiary purchases, post-sale. Show NotesConnect With:Marlon Glover: Website // LinkedInBenjamin Shapiro: Website // LinkedIn // TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


