

Search with Candour - SEO podcast
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Every Monday, Jack Chambers-Ward has in-depth conversations with SEO experts from around the world.
Covering topics from attribution in GA4 to networking tips for introverts and everything in between.
Search With Candour the perfect way to kickstart your working week!
Covering topics from attribution in GA4 to networking tips for introverts and everything in between.
Search With Candour the perfect way to kickstart your working week!
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May 11, 2020 • 36min
Episode 60: Google May 2020 Core Update and SEO myths
What's in this episode?
Mark Williams-Cook will talk about why talking about the Google May 2020 Core update at this point is a waste of time and will go through the most popular user submitted 'SEO myths' including content length, bounce rate, and links not being important!
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

May 4, 2020 • 43min
Episode 59: Backlinko SEO study with Dan Taylor
What's in this episode?
Mark Williams-Cook will be talking to Dan Taylor about the Backlinko 11.8M Google Search result study, the SEO community's reaction and Dan's thoughts on how useful the study in context helping people rank better.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Apr 27, 2020 • 35min
Episode 58: Google (no)index, free shopping feeds and featured snippet traffic loss
What's in this episode?
Mark Williams-Cook will be covering:
Google (no)index: Issues with Google indexing new content and some things you may not know about site: cache: and x-robots.
Free shopping feeds: Google's huge announcement that it will make inclusion in shopping feeds free.
Featured snippet traffic loss: A quick dive into the Moz experiment that demonstrated removing featured snippets may be detrimental to your traffic.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Apr 20, 2020 • 41min
Episode 57: E-commerce categorisation and faceted navigation SEO with Kristina Azarenko
What's in this episode?
Product categorisation and faceted navigation may seem straight-forward for users but it's a minefield for search engines. Without prior planning, it's easy to wreck your chances of building a competitive e-commerce platform. In this episode, Mark Williams-Cook and SEO and e-commerce expert Kristina Azarenko explore what you need to be thinking about, planning and implementing to get the best possible chance of improving your organic traffic.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Apr 13, 2020 • 38min
Episode 56: Coronavirus e-commerce insights with Luke Carthy
What's in this episode?
What e-commerce digital trends are we seeing during Coronavirus? What can e-commerce companies do to adapt? Where are the opportunities to thrive? Mark talks to e-commerce expert Luke Carthy to get his insights into what opportunities there are for brands in an industry that has been shaken to its core.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Apr 6, 2020 • 29min
Episode 55: The moving target of keyword research
What's in this episode?
In this episode, you will hear a SearchNorwich recording of Jon Falgate giving his talk on the keyword research process. Jon explores how keyword research is not just a process you go through once when you make a site or new page, but something that needs to ride the wave of intent and respond to ever-evolving demands.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Mar 30, 2020 • 31min
Episode 54 COVID-19 Google Ad grants and how to temporarily close a website
What's in this episode?
Mark Williams-Cook will be talking about:
Google My Business policy changes: Changes to GMB policy that helps restaurants and food stores that are now offering delivery during COVID-19.
COVID-19 Google Ad grants: Some details on the $340M of Google Ads credit that Google is giving small and medium businesses.
SEO and e-commerce: Advice on what to do and what not to do when shuttering your e-commerce store temporarily over the Coronvirus period.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Mar 23, 2020 • 34min
Episode 53: Digital marketing during COVID-19 with Kevin Indig
What's in this episode?
Kevin and Mark discuss what strategies and tactics organisations can think about to do something good during the COVID-19 crisis. Kevin gives his thoughts about interacting with customers that are 'in shock' and Mark brings his thoughts on the SEO and PPC changes they have been making with clients.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Mar 16, 2020 • 42min
Episode 52: SEO myths and misconceptions with Natalie Mott
What's in this episode?
Natalie and Mark discuss the range of myths and misconceptions that are still alive and kicking about SEO. From social media links to duplicate content penalties, Natalie gives her advice and tips on how to focus on what is effective.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk

Mar 9, 2020 • 35min
Episode 51: The SEO process with Seb Atkinson
What's in this episode?
Seb and Mark discuss the whole SEO process from content ideation to link building. Seb gives his insight into processes and tools he is using in the competitive industry of financial price comparison.
You can get the full transcription and links for this episode in our show notes at https://search.withcandour.co.uk