Writing is a crucial skill for anyone making a foray into the blogging world. However, for most of us, writing in a way that is helpful, concise, and effective is not a skill that comes naturally. Ricky and Nathan chat about the recent Google Updates, what it has taught us about how we write, and…
It’s time to talk about the elephant in the room. Not the Google sized one shifting the SERPS. The other one… Ezoic. Ricky & Nathan discuss the recent concerns with Ezoic, some questionable decisions that have been made, and whether they are right for bloggers. Main Topic: Ads, Algorithms, & Ezoic – Oh My! 02:08 …
Some members may be shocked to find that we have used keyword research tools. Nathan & Ricky discuss when you might use them and when you probably shouldn’t. Spoiler: It’s not what you may think. They also delve into success indicators that can help you when identifying competition and leveling up your blogging skills. Main…
We’ve polished up the crystal ball and are taking a look into the future! Nathan & Ricky give their predictions on trends and changes for the blogging industry this year. Main Topic: 2024 Blogging Industry Predictions 01:21 P24 Question: Response Posts Writing Time10:18 P24 Question: Organizing Blog Posts14:45 Predictions15:30 Google Updates17:34 AI & Content20:24 Writing…
In the final episode of the Google Update Recovery mini-series, Nathan & Ricky discuss the when and how to evaluate your content and move forward. Main Topic: Google Update Recovery, Part 5: After It Settles 00:49 How Long Should You Wait?04:48 Data to Evaluate10:14 Investigating New Opportunites13:13 Getting Traffic Back & Loss Aversion22:40 P24 Question:…
In part 4 of our Google Update Recovery miniseries Nathan & Ricky discuss different types of diversification to limit them impact when one source dips. Main Topic: Google Update Recovery, Part 4: Diversifying 00:41 P24 Question: Standalone Blogging 03:25 The 5 Forces 13:18 Traffic Diversification 27:14 Income Diversification
Next up on the Google Update Recovery Mini-series: Content. Should you keep creating? Update old content? Nathan & Ricky discuss what to consider in your content plan post-update plunge. Main Topic: Google Update Recovery, Part 3: Content 01:44 Role of Content 02:40 Continuing to Create 18:34 Existing Content 29:30 Affiliate Links 33:30 Original Images
Nathan and Ricky continue the discussion on actions to take after a Google Update rocks your site. They discuss the importance of building a brand and growing your EEAT and give specific examples on ways you can do that. Main Topic: Google Update Recovery, Part 2: EEAT 01:23 EEAT08:24 Credentials & Experience15:10 Community Participation18:21 Referencing…
Sooner or later happens to all of us. A Google Update shifts content and rankings and our traffic suddenly drops. Nathan & Ricky talk through actions you should take, and not take, immediately after your site takes a hit from an algorithm update. This is the first episode in a mini-series on recovering from a…
Do you include sources in your blog posts? Should you? Nathan & Ricky discuss best practices for citing coursing in the blogging industry, when you need to cite sources, and the value of a source. They also discuss custom homepages. Main Topic: Authority & Sources 03:12 P24 Question: Sourcing Articles 04:01 What Sources are OK?…