Want to improve your Google ranking in search?
Being found via search is crucial – it gets your content in front of people actively looking for what you offer!
Google is always tweaking what they prefer – or penalize – to determine where your web pages will appear in the search rankings. We’ve seen some BIG changes over time.
Don Crowther has done the tough work of teasing out the latest research, and compiling it on a comprehensive infographic. Now it’s up to you to learn and implement!
Improve Your Google Ranking in Search: Video
I’ve included Don’s video where he explains the different elements he included. Enjoy!
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Improve Google Ranking in Search: Infographic
The infographic depicts the results of a study of over 10,000 keywords, and how various factors correlate with top search engine rankings. It’s broken down by what you control, what you can influence, and what you can’t control.
Look how much influence social media has!
What surprised you most? What will you do differently to improve Google ranking?
Embedded from DonCrowther.com
Pramod says
Amazing !
I never expected social media sites (which i ignored most of my blogging career) to play an important role in improving Google rankings. I’ll start being active in Social Media sites from today on. Thanks for sharing this infographic with us.
-Pramod
Louise Myers says
Glad you found it useful, Pramod!
Drew Williams says
I like this, but I wonder how Don got such precise weightings for SEO? Those Google guys are pretty crafty, and quite shy when it comes to sharing what they measure.
Louise Myers says
Hey Drew, good to see you here! Yes, I have to agree. I wondered as well.
DCM says
Thanks for giving such information. This will help improve Google ranking and seo. Not only this – many methods help google ranking such as link building, social networking sites and so on.
Louise Myers says
Great points, DC!
Joshua says
It looks accurate. I saw a significant boost from page 4 to page 2 after I created my Google+ page and with 160 followers. Also links from Blogpost (Blogger.com) matter more. Thanks for the article.
Louise Myers says
Terrific, thanks for sharing your input Joshua!
Arjun Singh says
Really thankful for this informative post. You describe very well with the infographic. This type of post is always welcome to get the relevant information to increase your rank on google.
Louise Myers says
Glad you enjoyed it, Arjun!
Andrew Gava says
I added your article to bookmarks. What about User-Behavior Metrics such as CTR at SERP, Page view time, Bounce Rate? I think It is a new SEO practice to improve User-Behavior Metrics.
Louise Myers says
Absolutely – this will get people started.
ravigupta says
I have only one word to say, WoW. I read the article what a awesome article, improving my website google ranking thank you for sharing. I have a lot of work you will find a lovely support.This post is very inspiring me. I always take your advices very seriously, keep posted.
Louise Myers says
Best of luck, I wish you much success!
Preeti says
Thanks for Sharing Great Information , You describe very well with the infographic.
Louise Myers says
You’re welcome Preeti!
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Ash Kaitley says
The tips for improving Google ranking in search is really helpful. I was wondering how I could build a powerful social media presence to market my business well. Found this article very much helpful. Thanks for sharing.
Louise Myers says
I’m glad you liked it, Ash.
A Friend says
Very useful and informative post. Thanks for sharing these nice tips with us. Definitely I’ll try to follow these and improve my PR.
Frances Caballo says
This is great, Louise. So happy to see verification about the importance of social media. My own Google Analytics are completely in line with this analysis. Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest, respectively are the top sources of traffic referral to my website.
Louise Myers says
Hi Frances,
Google loves those links pointing to your site, and social proof of your popularity. Yay!
Juan says
Nicely organized and easy to understand content to get started witt. Thanks Louise 🙂
Louise Myers says
My pleasure.
eric says
do we need to take care of anchor texts?
Louise Myers says
Always good to do what you can.