Google’s useful content update has finished its rollout, and although it did not create the impact many people expected, it certainly drew our attention to the review and improvement of the content.
What we’ve decided is that Google is making more strides towards serving people’s content, for people. With this in mind, optimizing content for both people and search engines should be possible.
Here are my top tips for optimizing your content for good search results and happy readers.
1. Review the readability
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Evaluating readership is one of my biggest tips for optimizing online content.
Online, we read and take in information differently than in print. Short and simple sentences are easier for us to digest.
In the U.S., the average reading age is 12-14 years.
In the U.K., guidelines encourage us to put our text in something a 9-year-old can understand. U.K. Office of National Statistics recommends that it be written in a way that is easy to understand for all users.
Implementing this is harder than it sounds and is often overlooked.
Search engines also like “readable” content. They use natural language processing (NLP) to process language based on language rules to understand the relationship between words.
The intended meaning can easily be lost if these relationships are too complex.
For example, this sentence has a reading score of 11 (OK) in Hemingway Editor:
And Google’s NLP tool identifies “sales funnel” and “target audience” as the most popular. But this portal is designed to focus on PPC ecommerce management.
I’ll simplify it to get a reading score of 7 (Good) and run an updated version using Google’s NLP:
Not only is this easy to follow, but it is also very relevant to the intended topic.
2. Keep language simple, precise and concise
After reading, it is best to make your language as precise and concise as possible.
Remove any unnecessary or complex words.
Try to write in their simplest form while maintaining the pace and rhythm to keep things interesting.
This will help readers to follow your content and help search engines to index it.
3. Use synonyms and close variants
Repeating the same words or phrases is not a good idea. It creates text that is difficult to read and can appear unreliable to a discerning audience.
Optimize your content by updating the keywords with their corresponding replacements. This will make for a more interesting and engaging reading experience.
It will also give search engines more context and avoid the temptation to overuse certain keywords which can result in poor search performance.
Using similar words reinforces the topics you’re writing about by providing multiple sources of reference. It can give you a wide range of ranking opportunities, too.
For example, the Search Engine Guide “What is PPC?” Rankings for a wide variety of similar hosts and related types of PPC, such as paid search, search engine marketing, paid search marketing, paid search advertising, pay-per-click search, and so on. many.
Each piece of content is a collection of entities, and both search engines and people understand the relationships between multiple entities.
People have learned over time, for example, that Buckingham Palace is a royal residence in London, England:
So it depends on factors such as London (the location), the late Queen Elizabeth II (the person), and specific events, to name a few.
While some of these relationships are well-defined and obvious, others are more subtle. This is why it’s important to research who’s associations and consider the relationships you’re making with your content.
Making the right associations helps build the big picture and give context to your topic. This is beneficial for your readers and search engines. If you’ve written about Buckingham Palace but failed to mention the royal family, you’re missing out
But institutional relationships help to clarify meaning, too. If you are writing about the historical figure of Anne Hathaway, related institutions such as William Shakespeare and Stratford On Avon provide context. A piece of content about Anne Hathaway, the modern movie star, will probably link to categories like movies, acting, Academy Awards and New York City.
So, when you add different entities that are relevant to your content, it improves the overall category. It helps to give the search engines a wider range of reference points to improve their credibility in what you are talking about, and it shows your readers that you have thoroughly researched a topic and provided them with a valuable resource.
5. Structure your content
Make sure your information follows a logical, ordered format. This makes it easier for readers to digest and for search engines to interpret.
For example, this Ideal Home article on how to load a dishwasher is designed to be simple and effective. It covers general tips for getting the best results, followed by considering the top and bottom ceilings.
For others, competing articles cover more tips and tricks. While useful, their structure is not logical and easy to follow.
6. Use headings
An effective title structure is important to people and search engines alike.
Clear, descriptive headings help busy readers quickly scan your text or jump to areas of interest.
Properly formatted headings are also essential for accessibility. Assistive technology is used, so good headings allow screen reader users to navigate efficiently and understand the content as intended.
Like people, search engines love headlines, too.
Clear H1, H2 and subheadings help search engines to understand what your page is about, what each chapter covers, key topics and how they relate to each other.
Mordy Oberstein recently reported some interesting results about how improving obscure titles actually helped more of his content to be indexed.
I don’t know if it’s just me or if it’s a lot these days in general, but I’ve seen a lot & Many of my pages on the SEO Rant site are crawled but not indexed.
So I made a change to Lo & See the pages are now indexed
Here’s what I found solved my issues pic.twitter.com/RjvjEkvz6G
This really shows how important clear headlines are to successful content.
7. Use formatting correctly
The way you organize content helps convey the meaning behind it.
For example, a numbered list may be a step-by-step process or a ranking system. Bullet points often indicate a list of items of equal importance. Bold or italicized text helps items stand out and gain emphasis.
You are reading this article now, and I promise you 25 tips. So I labeled these 1-25 to emphasize the message of the title.
Proper formatting will help people read your content the way you intended. It also makes it easier to scan and work with. But it helps search engines too, as they also recognize these patterns and their general meaning.
For example, some settings will suggest a classification such as a title. Other things like tables indicate certain relationships. Charts can show averages and ranges.
If I’m interested in London’s weather throughout the year (perhaps planning a trip there) charts and tables convey this information more effectively than text:
So the framing here helps to support the message. It creates a better resource for people and search engines by organizing the most useful content.
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8. Use a contents section and jump links
If you’re producing long-form content, adding a content section with jump links to each important section can be a useful tweak.
This will help readers navigate through the sections easily, finding the information they need. It improves the user experience and makes the content more digestible.
From an SEO point of view, these special internal links help to clarify the focus of certain paragraphs, which can increase the ranking based on the passage of long-form articles.
In the 2020 article How AI Can Make Google More Effective, Prabhakar Raghavan explains:
“Specific searches can be the most difficult to correct, as sometimes the only sentence that answers your question may be buried deep in a web page. Understanding passages in addition to general links to the page, we can find information the needle-in-a-haystack you’re looking for.”
So search engines are able to identify useful passages and match the queries, but it certainly doesn’t hurt to point them in the right direction with a clear piece of content.
9. Choose usefulness over word count
When writing or editing content, aim to cover what will be useful to your users rather than hitting the word count.
Most people can accurately view content written for a word count. Search engines can too. The content becomes empty and meaningless.
Google’s helpful writing guidelines ask:
“Are you writing for a specific word count because you heard or read that Google has a preferred word count? (No, we don’t).”
So clearly, they’re keeping an eye on this, too.
If you focus on providing enough depth to satisfy your target audience, they will definitely benefit. You will avoid empty words and information that is there only for interest.
10. Do your search term research
A great topic should always be based on research. Often, we think we know what our target audience wants, but as content producers, we may have a distorted view.
This is where search engine data comes in. While it is important to use this carefully, it should not be ignored.
Knowing how people search for the topics we write about is essential for content optimization. Readers will find that your content is highly relevant to what they searched for to discover your content, and search engines will serve your content in the right context.
Here’s an example of a piece of personalized content that’s been optimized based on search data and republished with a new URL:
Views have increased significantly, Google Analytics shows a lower bounce rate and new page rate compared to the previous version. This optimized content is clearly effective in gaining search engines and readers alike.
11. Identify an appropriate scope
Consider where you start or end. Should it be combined with other materials to make a good and profitable property? Or should it be broken down into bite-sized pieces?
When optimizing content, it’s better for both people and search engines if you consider scope. Something that is too short may be considered thin content from a search perspective and lacks detail for your readers.
On the other hand, longer resources may be easier to digest in parts or connecting parts. Breakdowns can create a series of focused content that works well in search because they are more specific.
For example, the Search Engine Optimization Guide covers high-level information and includes links to in-depth chapters on sub-topics. Trying to cover everything about SEO in one resource would be overwhelming.
12. Give direct answers to questions
If you ask a question about your content, give a direct answer. Do not stir or waffle.
Use the expected paragraphs or separators in your answer. Think about the answer you would like to see!
For example, this passage directly answers the question in a simple and effective way:
(Disclosure: GeoSLAM is my current client.)
And this gives you a direct answer using the expected temperature measurements in Celsius and Fahrenheit:
Most people use search engines to find quick answers to their questions. They don’t want to read an argument. They want to have something definite and unambiguous.
13. Use images to improve understanding
People are visual learners by nature, so consider updating or enhancing your images to enhance your content.
Larger images also improve your search performance. They can increase click-through rates, appear in image searches and increase your real estate in the SERPs.
The key is to make sure your image really adds value to your content.
If so, it will probably enhance your message.
For example, this technical section on LiDAR technology helps to understand simple diagrams:
14. Add videos to improve the experience
In 2020, more than 3 billion internet users used an online video. This is expected to reach 3.5 billion next year based on Statista figures. So, where videos are suitable to support or enhance your content, they are very suitable to be considered as part of your optimization plan.
Many people prefer watching rather than reading, so video content enhances their overall experience.
You will only get real search benefits if you produce original video content yourself. If your budget doesn’t stretch that far, adding useful video content from other producers is still an option.
Generally, creating a better resource is the objective, which can lead to secondary benefits such as more shares and returns.
15. Assess internal links
When optimizing content, be sure to consider internal links.
Does your content link to other useful internal resources? And do other internal pages link to you?
Optimizing internal linking improves the experience of readers as it allows them to learn more about a topic of interest. It is also important for search engines, helping them find information, relevance and relevance to the topic.
Earlier this year, Google’s John Mueller explained:
16. Update external links
Adding external links to your content is a great way to improve and promote it.
It may seem counterintuitive at first. Why send readers to another website?
But there are many benefits if you consider this method thoughtfully.
People will find your information more credible and useful if you support your claims, statistics or citations from authoritative external sources. They also add value by giving your audience a quick way to find more information.
But these require constant checking to ensure you are still sending your readers to the most appropriate source.
A clear, relevant source also demonstrates your site’s expertise, something that search engines value. They provide context that helps strengthen the relationship between your subject matter and other experts or authorities that also cover it.
17. Give examples
A great tip to improve your content is to provide real examples. Are there places that are better explained by showing how something works rather than trying to explain it with words?
You will notice that I have provided many examples throughout this article to help you follow my thoughts. They reinforce my points by showing you the representation of the advice, making it easy to apply it to your content.
Showing representation of your idea in action increases your credibility, and makes it more useful and attractive.
18. Ask the experts
If you’ve produced thought pieces or content that answers a qualitative question, you may be able to update them by asking experts in the field.
Adding clearly referenced expert citations will boost your E-AT-T marks in search engines by showing that you have qualified subject matter experts involved. Readers will find the benefit of a balanced discussion, as well as recognition of industry expertise.
You may even benefit from the ever-changing appeal or social dynamics of the experts involved.
This Google fine print from Ahrefs is a great example of how to link qualified experts to add value:
Found 212 linkers and only see a recent spike in visibility after the September core update (H symbol).
19. Find a new angle
Add value to your content by making sure you approach the topic differently. If you’re rewriting something that’s been discussed many times before, you’re unlikely to come up with anything intelligent or meaningful.
Google’s helpful writing guidelines say to avoid “generally summarizing what other people have said without adding much value.”
So if you have some old content to improve, you might approach it in a different way or have more insight into the topic.
You may do some basic research, try something out or ask an expert in the field for additional comments as mentioned above.
20. Include data
When reviewing content, consider whether you have made claims to support data. Providing hard facts builds credibility and shows readers that you’ve really researched your topic.
From a search perspective, adding related information can also provide external linking opportunities. You can refer to the useful information published on the administrative pages of your place.
If you include your own information, there is a strong chance that other writers on the topic will link to your sources to support their claims in the future.
For example, this study that indicates more than 2,000 digital PR categories received several links from industry websites in a short time because of the unique, useful and interesting information provided.
21. Keep it up to date
Content optimization is never-ending, and it’s essential to keep your assets up-to-date. By doing regular reviews, you can avoid people accessing outdated information and giving outdated advice.
Search engines use freshness as a ranking factor, to rate content that is well-maintained and up-to-date. A study conducted by Botify confirmed this, although it is difficult.
One of the ecommerce sites I worked on experienced a decrease in traffic to the main page, and on analysis, I noticed that the “starting price” was mentioned in the copy, but the minimum price had changed. After the price adjustment, the activity returned to its previous levels.
22. Keep it relevant
Make sure the topic in your topic is relevant to your area of expertise.
People reading information that is disconnected from your main topic may find it confusing, unhelpful or may fail to trust you.
Search engines work towards a better user experience, to reflect this. I’ve done a lot of content research over the past months on different types of websites.
Evaluating the content of the page as a whole often reveals a lot, but one of the most important findings was that relevant content performed better than irrelevant content.
There are several reasons for this. In most cases, the content is likely to be of better quality if it is created by subject matter experts. But the links between pages are also important.
Content clustering presents a broad knowledge base on a related topic, which can help you build topic authority over time. I discussed this in detail in my last article on how to use links for SEO.
23. Take your time
Considering the impact it has on content optimization for search engines and users alike takes time.
The time spent writing a blog post is more than 4 hours on average, and that has increased by 67% since 2014, according to a large study by Orbit Media.
This goes to show that the quality, level of detail and expertise involved is only increasing. Older items may need more time to improve and bring them up to current standards.
If you want to do a thorough job, allow yourself the time you need to develop your content and strengthen it.
24. Analyze the results
If you’re improving content, use the results to guide you. The data will provide valuable information about what works in search and how people interact with your content. You should analyze both.
This page, optimized using data from Google Search Console and Google Analytics, performed well after optimization. Total impressions increased by 359%, and clicks increased by 433%.
Google analysis shows that the average time on page has increased, which shows that updating the content is not only bringing more traffic but it is attracting readers.
25. Check and check again
Spell check, grammar check and fact check.
Maybe you missed something the first time and printed the wrong things. Any mistake will lose the trust of your readers. They can also disrupt your browsing performance.
I find it really valuable to have a proven approach within my team. It’s very easy to spot someone else’s mistakes and revise their content seriously if you don’t write it yourself.
Balance humanity and SEO
It has never been more important to find the right balance between optimizing your content for search engines and people.
The ideal combination is a user-first approach with a good SEO base.
Neither should be overlooked when you’re optimizing content.
Search engines are important in driving audiences to your content, but you don’t want your readers to be disappointed when they get there.
Keep both in mind, and search engines and your readers can work hand in hand to deliver exceptional results.
The opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and not necessarily those of Land Search. Staff writers are listed here.
Claire Brain is the head of copywriting in the SEO team at Boom Online Marketing. Claire has 16 years of experience in the digital marketing industry, specializing in SEO for 7 years. She manages both B2B and B2C SEO client accounts and leads the SEO writing team.
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