Chapter 1

Clarify Your Goals

A good SEO campaign needs to be laser-focused on your business goals, so it has to start with a healthy dose of thought and reflection. In this chapter, we’ll walk you through the key questions you’ll want to consider before you get started.

Chapter Contents

  • What Is SEO?
  • Do I Need to Perform SEO for My Website?
  • What Are the Overall Goals of My Business?
  • What Function Does My Website Serve?
  • How Is My Website Connecting with the Goals of My Business?
  • Who Do I Want to Visit My Website?
  • What Do I Want Visitors to Do on My Website?
  • Which Pages Do I Most Want My Website Visitors to See?
  • How Will I Measure the Success of This SEO Campaign?

What Is SEO?

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