Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Link Building

Search engines also use inbound links to a website to gauge its popularity and importance.

Since links are an important factor to search engines, it comes as no surprise that growing the quality and number of links to your website is critical to increase your online popularity and thus improve your search engine rankings.

This discipline is referred to as “link building” or “off-site search engine optimization” and is one of the most important tasks required to succeed in the online space.

Links are the online version of word-of-mouth. Many search engine optimisation firms offer link-building services. However, this is something you can do yourself as the key ingredient is quality content people will want to link to.

List of Link Building Techniques:
  • Press releases
  • Article distribution
  • Social networking via sites like Digg and Slashdot
  • Link campaigns, such as asking complementary businesses to provide links
  • Directory listings
  • Link exchanges
  • Three-way linking
  • Multi-way linking
  • Blog Commenting
  • Blogging
  • Forum posting
  • Internet Marketing

Monday, January 18, 2010

Where to use your Keywords??

You now have an optimal list of keywords and keyphrases to use in the content throughout your website. Decide on the focus of each individual page of your site and then attribute the relevant keywords or keyphrases to its content.

This section will show you exactly where to put the keyphrases in the structure of your page’s content.

a) Title tag
Use your keyphrase in the title tag and complement it with related keywords.
E.g. Web Development, Website Design Company India

b) Headings
Use your keyphrase or its related keywords in the H1 (header 1) and use related keywords in H2 and H3 when possible. Remember that you do not want your content to be overloaded with keywords and sound unnatural.
E.g. Complete Web Solutions for your Business or Web Services

c) Image Alt attribute
Aim to use an image that is related to the page’s theme and use your keyphrase or its related keywords in the text of the image alt attribute.

d) URL
Use the keyphrase or the main keyword in the page address (the URL). If your content management system doesn’t allow you to do this, ask your web developer to see if some necessary changes could be made in order to reach the style of the address shown below (using keywords and hyphens).
E.g. http://www.pixint.com/services/website-design-and-development.php

e) Page copy (content)
Use your keyphrase and its related keywords at least 2-3 times in the page’s content itself. Try and bold the keyphrase or appropriate keywords once at least.

f) Meta description
Even though it has been established that the Meta description (the information below the site’s listing in a search engine) doesn’t primarily affect search engine rankings, you should still include your keywords in it, as this will gain your customers’ attention because it usually reinstates what they have searched for originally.

g) Hyperlinks
Keywords should also be used in hyperlinks. However, the keywords used in links to a page should be the keywords indentifying the linked page and not the theme of the page the link originates from.
E.g. Imagine I am on a different page than http://www.pixint.com/services/website-design-and-development.php. For instance, I could be on the page about Graphical User Interface Design. If I want to add a link within the page that takes Website Design and Development Services page, I would use the Website Design and Development Services keywords in the link.
It could look like something like this:
Visit our page about our Website Design and Development Services

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Keyword Research Strategy

The Long Tail paragraph demonstrated the importance of keyword research. This section will go through the steps you should follow to find your keywords.

Brainstorm and competitor analysis :
  • Your Business
    First start by identifying the core offerings of your business, these are the offerings that you do best and what sets you apart from your competitors. You should try to really pinpoint these offerings and have no more than three or four keyword combinations.

    Example: if you were a Web Designing Company in New Jersey USA, one of your core offerings would be “Web Design Company New Jersey”. If you have an existing site, go through its pages and identify at least 3 offerings (3 x combinations of 3 to 4 keywords). Do not just focus on your main activity (e.g. Web Designing New Jersey example above) but also what other services you offer (Hire a Web Designer? Web Designing Portfolio?)

  • Your competitors
    Repeat the task above. However, this time use a competitor’s or another website that provides a similar service. Do as above but with your competitors or other websites that provide a similar service. If you are unsure of your competitors, Google your three core offerings and look for someone similar to you in the search results. Try and identify 3 more keyword combinations (that differ from your own).

    You can also use the Google AdWords keyword tool to extract the keywords held in your competitor’s website. Go to https://adwords.google.com/select/KeywordToolExternal and select “Website content” when asked “How would you like to generate keyword ideas?”

    Doing so will not only provide you with a selection of keywords that your competitor has been using in their site but will also suggest you many other related keywords. You don’t have to use all these keywords within your site’s content but they are a great indication of what your target market is interested in. You may therefore want to consider using them when developing new content using a blog for instance.When provided with the results of the Google AdWords keyword search focus on the “Local Search Volume” column and change the Match Type from Broad to Exact.

  • Broad search
    You should have 6 keyword combinations as well as their respective list of keywords. It is now time to broaden your search and run your core offerings through online tools to complete your listing

  • How can I complement my initial research?
    Your head should now be buzzing with a growing list of keyphrases that you previously hadn’t thought of. Use the keywords you discovered using to complete the diagram below. Only keep the keywords and keyphrases relevant to your business.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Why Unique Keywords are Crucial

Google reported in 2007 that 25% of searches conducted every day are unique searches that they had never seen before.

“The Long Tail” theory, when applied to search, highlights that the majority of the world’s demand for information through search engines originate on rare, unique keyword combinations.
The Internet has revolutionised the way in which consumers shop. There are more and more choices that have resulted in consumers becoming more selective and demanding in their choices in products and services. The fact that unique queries are becoming more common highlights why they should not be ignored. Successful online businesses use these Long Tail keyword combinations to their advantage by researching their target market and using the information to create content-rich websites that cater to specific consumers needs.

Below is a brief example of Popular vs. Long tail keywords for an accommodation property in Darwin

Popular keywords : Web Design
Long tail keywords : Small Business Web Designing Services

Monday, January 11, 2010

How to integrate (join) blogger blog to website???...

STEP 1: Login to blogger account using gmail account...
STEP 2: Enter the Title & Description..

Click on the image to get clear & full view
STEP 3 : Set the options as "Yes", "No" according to your blog

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STEP 4 : Enter Your FTP Details... Also enter captcha & click "Save Setting"
Blog URL : the path where your blog should be placed..
Eg: http://www.your-site.com/blog/
Its always better to use Keyword instead of "blog"..
FTP Path : http://www.your-site.com/blog/
The red is the FTP Path.. This path is automatically created in tour FTP.
Just Enter "/blog/" or whatever u have given instead of that..
Blog Filename : http://www.your-site.com/blog/index.html
Default is index.html or u can any page name u like..
Its always better to use Keyword instead of "index.html"...
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Wednesday, January 6, 2010

List of internet related Forums

List of internet related Forums :

AFFILIATE MARKETING

forum.abestweb.com
affiliates4u.com
associateprograms.com
wickedfire.com
thefreeadforum.com
affiliate-marketing-forums.5staraffiliateprograms.com
getpaidforum.com
whydowork.com
clickbanksuccessforum.com
netmarketingforum.com
teneric.co.uk
ewealth.com
affiliateprograms.com
im4newbies.com
code4gold.com
moneyfanclub.com
howtocorphelp.com
earnersforum.com
affearners.com

BLOGGING
theblogexperiment.com
createblog.com
forums.blogflux.com
performancing.com
bloggerforum.com
bloggeries.com
forum.authorityblogger.com
bloggingtips.com

DOMAINS
namepros.com
dnforum.com
dnscoop.com
acorndomains.co.uk
idnforums.com
domainstate.com
discussnames.com
ddboard.com
dnlodge.com

SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION
warriorforum.com
forums.seochat.com
forums.searchenginewatch.com
forums.seroundtable.com
webproworld.com
searchengineforums.com
highrankings.com
internetbasedmoms.com
bzimage.org
webworkshop.net
ihelpyou.com
geekvillage.com
googlecommunity.com
seo-guy.com
seorefugee.com

WEB DEVELOPMENT
forums.devshed.com
webdeveloper.com
frontpagewebmaster.com
htmlforums.com
forum.kahuki.com
talkfreelance.com

WEB HOSTING
webhostingtalk.com
freewebspace.net
hostingforum.ca

WEB MASTERING
forums.digitalpoint.com
sitepoint.com
webmasterworld.com
talk.iwebtool.com
ozzu.com
kirupa.com
ukbusinessforums.co.uk
v7n.com
webmaster-talk.com
cre8asiteforums.com
dreamteammoney.com
netpond.com
frontpagewebmaster.com
youngentrepreneur.com
theadminzone.com
ahfb2000.com
webforumz.com
forums.ukwebmasterworld.com
webtalkforums.com
irishwebmasterforum.com
askdamagex.com
webdigity.com
webmastermalaysia.com

If you have any related forum, suggest me...

Monday, January 4, 2010

List of Social Media Websites

Here is the List of Social Media Websites arranged according to Categories :


ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
www.myartinfo.com
www.virb.com
www.imeem.com
www.humblevoice.com
www.deviantart.com

CARS AND AUTO
www.motorpulse.com
www.cardomain.com
www.dropacar.com
www.boompa.com
www.autospies.com

CONNECTING WITH FRIENDS
www.classmates.com
www.connectu.com
www.friendsreunited.com
www.graduates.com
www.meetup.com
www.myyearbook.com
www.reunion.com
www.skout.com

CONSUMER REVIEWS
www.corkd.com
www.chowhound.com
www.epinions.com
www.rateitall.com
www.yelp.com

COOKING/FOOD
www.allrecipesbarmano.com
www.bakespace.com
www.familyoven.com
www.fohboh.com
www.kitchenbug.com
www.mydish.com
www.nibbledish.com
www.recipekey.com
www.recipezaar.com
www.sharecipe.com
www.tastyplanner.com
www.weeatt.com
www.winelifetoday.com

GAMES
www.gaiaonline.com
www.gamediggity.com
www.guildcafe.com
www.weeworld.com

NETWORKING
search.aim.com
www.badoo.com
www.bebo.com
us.cyworld.com
www.earthfrisk.com
www.ecpod.com
www.facebook.com
www.faves.com
www.friendster.com
www.hi5.com
www.ibritz.com
www.livejournal.com
www.lovento.com
www.multiply.com
www.myspace.com

HEALTH
www.dailystrength.org
www.drconnected.com
www.healthranker.com
www.icarecafe.com
www.mypharmanote.com
www.sanewire.com
www.sermo.com
www.walkertracker.com
www.whoissick.org

PROFESSIONAL
www.apsense.com
www.biznik.com
www.citially.com
www.cofoundr.com
www.companyloop.com
www.domystuff.com
www.doostang.com
www.ecademy.com
www.jasezone.com
www.killerstartups.com
www.konnects.com
www.linkedin.com
www.meetin.org
www.naymes.com
www.nethooks.com
www.ryze.com
www.smallbusinessbrief.com
www.startupnation.com
www.startupping.com
www.synergystreet.com

RELIGIOUS
www.blessedit.com
www.gospelshout.com
www.mychurch.org
www.tangle.com
www.xianz.com

SHOPPING
www.agentb.com
www.biddingbuddies.com
www.dealcomet.com
www.dealigg.com
www.iliketotallyloveit.com
www.judysbook.com
www.osoyou.com
www.thisnext.com
www.yub.com
www.zebo.com

SOCIAL
www.care2.com
www.hugg.com
www.planetchange.com

MISCELLANEOUS
www.43things.com
www.beautifulsociety.com
www.clipclip.org
www.chickadvisor.com
www.clipmarks.com
www.clipstar.com
www.consumating.com
www.dandelife.com
www.dawdle.com
www.daytipper.com
www.digglicious.com
www.digstock.com
www.dontstayin.com
www.energypeopleconnect.com
www.experienceproject.com
www.faceparty.com
www.fazed.org
www.faqqly.com
www.ficlets.com
www.flixster.com

CULTURES/FOREIGN LANGUAGES
www.acelerame.com
www.amina.com
www.blackplanet.com
www.clubgh.com
www.indianpad.com
www.nexopia.com
www.wamba.com

EDUCATION/BOOKS
www.bookcrossing.com
www.bookins.com
www.bookmooch.com
www.bookswim.com
www.carmun.com
www.citeulike.org
www.connectviabooks.com
www.curriki.org
www.goodreads.com
www.librarything.com
www.paperbackswap.com
www.qoolsqool.com
www.shelfari.com
www.wetheteachers.com

FAMILY
www.amiglia.com
www.cafemom.com
www.eons.com
www.familyden.com
www.famiva.com
www.geni.com
www.genoom.com
www.kinzin.com
www.momjunction.com
www.mothersclick.com
www.moxiemoms.com
www.myfamily.com
www.parentography.com
www.thefamilypost.com
www.webbiographies.com

FASHION/CLOTHING
www.2threads.com
www.chictini.com
www.fashionising.com
www.metrofriendly.com
www.mykidsfashion.com
www.springleap.com
www.stylehive.com
www.stylehop.com
www.stylemob.com
www.threadless.com
www.ustrendy.com

KIDS
www.imbee.com
www.kidlinkz.com

LINK SHARING
www.ensiting.com
www.faves.com
www.stumbleupon.com
www.tagtooga.com
www.trailfire.com

MICROBLOGGING
www.beemood.com
www.frazr.com
www.imified.com
www.jaiku.com
www.loopt.com
www.mbuzzy.com
www.pownce.com
www.rummble.com
www.twitter.com
www.zannel.com

MUSIC
www.10tune.com
www.buzznet.com
www.fuzz.com
www.jamnow.com
www.jango.com
www.last.fm
www.mog.com
www.purevolume.com
www.soundpedia.com
www.thesixtyone.com

NEWS
www.blogengage.com
www.blogg-buzz.com
www.bloggingzoom.com
www.blogsvine.com
www.contentpop.com
www.digg.com
www.fark.com
www.hubdub.com
www.madorlove.com
www.mixx.com
www.newscloud.com
www.newsheat.com
www.newsvine.com
www.nowpublic.com
www.plime.com
www.propeller.com
www.rawsugar.com
www.reddit.com
www.shoutwire.com
www.stirrdup.com

PETS
www.catster.com
www.dogster.com
www.fuzzste.com
www.mycatspace.com
www.mydogspace.com
www.petside.com
www.petzume.com
www.pikapet.com
www.uniteddogs.com

PHOTO SHARING COMMUNITIES
www.esnips.com
www.flickr.com
www.fotki.com
www.fotolog.com
www.linkinn.com
my.opera.com
www.photbucket.com
www.picli.com
www.tagmee.com
www.textamerica.com
www.zooomr.com

PHOTOGRAPHY
www.myshutterspace.com
www.photographymentor.com
www.picturesocial.com
www.shutterate.com
www.shuttersocial.com