Ready or not, user experience is here to stay. Not only is user experience our new reality it is also the difference between medicore and next-level search marketing, as argued by Carolyn Lyden in her keynote session at SMX Advanced 2021. “Website visitors that feel cared for and connected are visitors that convert time and […]
A couple of weeks ago a number of members from our team attended the virtual SMX Advanced* 2021 sessions and workshops. We plan to share some of our biggest takeaways and insights over the course of several new blog articles in hopes that we can provide an impactful light bulb moment for you. The first […]
Read any “Top SEO Trends in 2021” type article and you’ll find that featured snippets make almost every list. In fact, featured snippets SEO has been highly talked about for the last several years after it was introduced in 2014. There are now thousands of resources created to help you in this area if you’re […]
Sherman Hu says, “Most businesses lack the time and expertise to execute Search Engine Optimization and Google Ads that get results. That’s why my single focus is to help you stand out from your competition and win more calls, conversions, and clients.” Sherman Hu is an SEO expert and the newest member of our 1st […]
We are excited to share that 1st on the List has once again been recognized by Clutch in their 2021 Top SEO Companies in Canada list. What does this tell us? Our clients find great value in the services we offer, enjoy working with us, and are achieving the results they need to grow. Our […]
Whether you’ve been in business for decades – or just getting started – it is important to understand what SEO can do for your business. Organic-search traffic is the highest quality traffic your website can receive and they’re completely free! Over the last 23 years, our team has managed and audited thousands of client websites […]
Google BERT Update – “The biggest leap forward in the past five years, and one of the biggest leaps forward in the history of Search.” (Google) Did you catch that Google launched what they deem one of the biggest advances in Search that will affect 10% of all search queries? First, do not panic! The […]
Looking for some good local SEO tips? Local search has become a de facto standard for businesses that service consumers in specific locales. Your online presences is just as important (if not more important) than your offline presence. If you are new to the scene of Local SEO and search optimization for your local or […]
Even if your website has undergone extensive search engine optimization it still may not be fully equipped to perform well in Google mobile search. Your website also needs to provide a user friendly experience on mobile devices since more people are now searching on Smart Phones and other small-screened hand held devices. The time for […]
If you’ve ignored website security and HTTPS over the last five or so years it’s time to get your ducks in order because Google Chrome will block mixed content as of December 2019. Google made the big announcement concerning HTTPS and how its Chrome browser users will start to see your website as follows: Today […]
This month DesignRush released their top three tips on SEO for lead generation and sales. These are excellent strategies that you can start implementing on your website right away. Read on to learn where you can start making improvements to your website’s ability to generate new leads and sales! 1. Make sure your content is […]
Patience may be a virtue, but it’s not one valued in the world of the web. Whatsoever. Your website needs to load fast. And if it doesn’t, you need to improve your website speed – fast, or your users will click away – lightning fast. Don’t believe us? Take a look at these Kissmetrics website […]
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