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Social SEO

Article by Ivy Hastings - February 09, 2007

Straight optimization and inbound links just don't cut it for high organic search results any more. Smart businesses understand that content is king. The more relevant, keyword-heavy content you have on your site, the better your organic results.

However, it's important to understand how social networking sites effect your SEO. Some experts are claiming that search results are becoming less relevant, and that using social media networks to build recognition is the way to go.

Although using tools such as MySpace, Digg, and del.icio.us to boost your SER (Search Engine Ranking) is time-consuming, they are well worth the effort. If you are taking advantage of social marketing because of the benefits of virtual word-of-mouth, your content and back links will multiply too. This means that your organic results will go up as well.

About the author
Ivy Hastings works for the Denver web design firm, Fusionbox. She writes for several publications and blogs on subjects such as search engine marketing, usability, web design best practices, and internet marketing techniques.

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