Tips For Getting Started With SEO
There is almost nothing discussed more intensely in meetings when strategizing Social Media Campaigns than SEO (Social Engine Optimization). It can be incredibly overwhelming when Google utilizes 200 signals for it's algorithm in where you come up on Google search. In order to help ease you through this process read up on Charles Sipe of Criminal Justice Degree Schools top 12 list for SEO
1. The Beginner’s Guide to SEO by SEOMoz
When professional SEOs are asked where to go to learn more about SEO, one of the most common recommendations is the SEO Beginner’s Guide by SEOMoz. Written in straightforward language, the guide focuses concisely on what you need to know to be dangerous. And it provides a strong foundation from which you can expand your understanding of this subject. It also has some cool infographics and diagrams. The guide can be downloaded as a PDF and shared.
2. Search Engine Optimization Starter Guide by Google
Many people don’t realize that Google encourages good SEO practice because it makes online content easier for Google to scan and sort into the best possible search results for users.
The Search Engine Optimization Starter Guide is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn the basics of SEO, straight from the company who controls the top-secret search algorithms.
3. 21 Tactics to Increase Blog Traffic by Rand Fishkin
Rand Fishkin put together this list of his greatest tips for building traffic. Many tips are based on proven SEO tactics, such as writing guest posts and conducting keyword research.
4. The Professional Guide to Link Building by Eric Enge
This excellent guide provides a good overview of the essential fundamentals of link-building, including how to estimate the value of a given link and ways to attract links to your site.





Lana Samara (@LanaSamara) is a DePaul University College of Commerce graduate currently working as a Digital Media Strategist with Kambio Group and SocialTechPop. Her sharp wit and humor come to light within her own personal blog as well as her contributions to SocialTechPop. She is in the beginning stages of exploring the world of PR and Social Media Consulting.