Digital content marketing is an ever-evolving field, and keeping up with the latest trends and strategies can oftentimes seem overwhelming. Techniques that worked well in the not-so-distant past are constantly being revised in response to new policies and search algorithms. In recent years, Google has placed a much stronger emphasis…
When someone uses Google with local intent — such as searching for “plastic surgeon near me” — they’ll most likely see a convenient display of listings before scrolling down to the organic results. Known as the Google Local Pack/Finder, this list is typically a map preview followed by a collection…
Posted on June 2, 2021
In Industry Terms, Reviews & Reputation, Search Engine Marketing
by Cassie Fowler
Achieving a high-ranking position on Google Local listings relies not only on your practice’s Google reviews, but also on how your practice’s contact information is displayed on various third-party directory sites. These listings are often referred to as “business citations” or “NAP” (business name, address, phone number). With the number…
When you require a product or service, what is the first thing you do to decide who will receive your business? In an age with so many options, people usually make decisions based on perceived satisfaction — which choice will give me the experience that will make me happiest? Aside…
Word of mouth can be great for business, but inspiring people to choose your practice these days requires you to have a well-established presence online. Patients are utilizing Internet searches and review outlets to find medical and dental professionals quickly, easily, and reliably. In addition to having a responsive website…
Posted on April 27, 2021
In Content Marketing, Industry Terms, Search Engine Marketing
by Cassie Fowler
A recent study of 1.4 million search results by Perficient Digital found that the inclusion of rich answers has increased significantly over the years. In fact, the study concluded that these unique types of search results have actually more than doubled since 2018. So what does this mean for you…
Posted on April 13, 2021
In Content Marketing, Industry Terms, Search Engine Marketing
by Cassie Fowler
Perhaps you’ve been hearing about “zero-click searches” lately. What exactly are they? Well, they’re precisely as they sound: searches that result in no clicks. This is a common occurrence with simple questions like, “When is the next full moon?” — Google takes the initiative and answers the question simply at…
When it comes to managing the status of your website, Google Search Console (formerly known as Google Webmaster Tools) is one of the most useful resources available. Like a routine check-up at the doctor’s, Google Search Console is a diagnostic tool for making sure your website is running well. In…
Posted on March 23, 2021
In Content Marketing, Industry Terms, Search Engine Marketing
by Presley Van
After you’ve finally launched your website to serve as the perfect encapsulation of your practice and overall expertise, your next thought may be something along the lines of: Where will my site end up in Google’s rankings? If you’re wondering how or why a webpage earns a spot on Google’s…
Posted on March 16, 2021
In Content Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing
by Merylee Robbins
While a large majority of healthcare practices have begun branching out into social media marketing to expand and diversify their online presence, many may be unsure as to how their social media posts can have a positive influence on organic SEO rankings. To help clarify the often fuzzy relationship between…
