#5: The Biggest SEO Mistakes of their Careers

#5: The Biggest SEO Mistakes of their Careers

Summary: Welcome to The Marketing School Podcast—your resource to learn, grown, and nurture your passion for online marketing! In Episode #5 Eric and Neil center the conversation on, The Biggest SEO Mistakes of Their Career. Enjoy! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:38 – Eric kicks off with blackhat, whitehat, and greyhat SEO 01:29 – Building low-quality links to a brand-new sites 02:00 – Google’s Algorithm’s are smarter than you—they will always find out if something shady is going on 02:20 – That being said, it’s worth it to dabble in some “shady” business if it’s your own site as an experiment, to learn about both sides of the coin 02:48 – Back in the day, Neil would do whatever it would take to turn quick buck 04:12 – Don’t think short-term, you need to think LONG term 04:40 – Go whitehat and build for endurance 05:05 – Eric talks blackhat SEO in-depth 06:01 – Take blackhat tactics and use them in a whitehat matter 06:27 – Do not crank low-quality content 07:23 – The Google Panda Penalty 08:19 – a 35% drop in organic traffic 08:30 – Make sure you do a redesign properly or you will get crucified in SEO 09:51 – Content is King—it’s a cliché but true 10:16 – But you NEED backlinks too 10:53 – The two biggest factors to ranking in Google? Links and Content 3 Key Points: Links and content, links and content, links and content! Dabble in blackhat on websites that you own and don’t care about so you can better understand that side of marketing and avoid it on things that matter. When it comes to client websites—and websites you care about in general—think long-term and always go whitehat. Resources Mentioned: The Google Panda Penalty – An SEO penalty Neil was hit with on one of his websites. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How To Grow Your Revenue Using Dinners, Webinars, and Live Events

How To Grow Your Revenue Using Dinners, Webinars, and Live Events

In this episode #2996, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss using events—especially webinars—as powerful tools for revenue growth and trust-building in B2B marketing. They highlight the importance of delivering timely content, nurturing long-term relationships, and leveraging tech to enhance webinar experiences. The episode also explores upcoming AI-driven features in Ubersuggest and the value of actionable data. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Growing Revenues Through Events (02:54) Webinars as Trust-Building Tools (06:03) The Importance of Timely Content (08:52) Long-Term Sales Cycles and Relationship Building (11:51) Leveraging Technology for Webinars (14:49) Future of Ubersuggest and AI Integration To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

30 Juni 27min

The $100M Marketing Strategy In An AI World

The $100M Marketing Strategy In An AI World

In this special throwback episode, Eric Siu joins the Digital Social Hour Podcast by Sean Kelly to reveal his game-changing strategies. From acquiring companies around the world to building AI tools that eliminate grunt work, Eric breaks down how he's reshaping the future of marketing and business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Journey of Acquisitions (03:07) The Agency Business Model and Profit Multiples (05:55) AI's Impact on Business and Daily Life (08:49) The Evolution of Podcasting (12:08) Cultural Perspectives and Parenting Styles (14:52) Networking and Entrepreneurial Communities (19:20) The Power of Long-Term Focus in Business (20:45) Lessons from Successful Entrepreneurs (21:51) Simplicity and Focus in Life and Business (24:04) Attention Allocation: The Key to Success (25:54) The Importance of Strategic Thinking (27:40) Friendship Dynamics: Utility vs. Genuine Connections (32:26) Changing Perspectives on Family and Success (34:50) The Future of Education and Business Courses To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

27 Juni 41min

Should You Build or Should You Buy?, Why In-Person Yields Incredible Results (And How To Do It), Why You Must Be Having An Epiphany Each Week Right Now

Should You Build or Should You Buy?, Why In-Person Yields Incredible Results (And How To Do It), Why You Must Be Having An Epiphany Each Week Right Now

In this episode #2995, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the strategic choice between building or buying businesses, the value of in-person connections, and the evolving importance of community and authentic content. They reflect on balancing work with personal life, finding joy in small moments, and the need for constant growth in a changing world. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Building vs. Buying: A Strategic Dilemma (05:21) The Power of In-Person Connections (09:59) Networking and Community: Quality Over Quantity (11:16) Navigating Long Sales Cycles (12:30) The Challenge of Content Creation (14:52) The Dilemma of Authenticity in Content (16:48) Finding Joy in Simple Moments (19:00) The Importance of Weekly Epiphanies (21:03) Embracing Change in a Rapidly Evolving World To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

26 Juni 24min

Real World AI Use Cases We're Using

Real World AI Use Cases We're Using

In this episode #2994, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the wide-ranging impact of AI, from its effects on brain connectivity to personal strategies for using it in daily life. They explore AI’s role in health, business, productivity, marketing, and the future of SEO, sharing personal insights and practical tips along the way. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Impact of AI on Brain Connectivity (03:01) Personal Use of AI: Strategies and Insights (05:55) Health and Fitness: AI as a Personal Coach (08:56) Business Applications of AI: Enhancing Workflow (11:49) Gamifying Productivity: AI in Daily Routines (14:48) Optimizing Conversion Rates: AI's Role in Marketing (17:55) The Future of SEO: Beyond Traditional Search (24:48) Conclusion and Key Takeaways To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

25 Juni 28min

Advice We Gave To 20 Something Millionaires, Modern Founders Will Be Half Influencer Half Founder, Every Company Will Become Half Media Company Half The Original Business What Eric Learned From Disappearing

Advice We Gave To 20 Something Millionaires, Modern Founders Will Be Half Influencer Half Founder, Every Company Will Become Half Media Company Half The Original Business What Eric Learned From Disappearing

In this episode #2993, Eric and Neil discuss advice for young entrepreneurs, the role of AI in entrepreneurship, and leadership lessons learned from stepping back. They wrap up by analyzing how AI is impacting sales, marketing, and attribution challenges in a fast-changing landscape. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Advice for Young Entrepreneurs (04:58) The Role of AI in Entrepreneurship (10:38) Leadership Lessons from Absence (16:18) The Impact of AI on Sales and Marketing To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

24 Juni 20min

Why AI SEO is BS, AI is actually making you STUPIDER

Why AI SEO is BS, AI is actually making you STUPIDER

In this episode #2992, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how AI SEO is mostly a rebrand of traditional SEO and stress the value of foundational knowledge. They also explore how heavy reliance on AI could impact cognitive abilities, especially in kids. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Reality of AI SEO (09:41) The Impact of AI on Cognitive Abilities To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

23 Juni 15min

95% Of ChatGPT Citations Are Recent.. AI Is Beating Humans, Charlie Munger’s Sales Leader On Closing EVERY Deal, Google Dropping Rich Results To Simplify Search, Marketing Agencies Hit Summer Slumps Even With Steady Traffic

95% Of ChatGPT Citations Are Recent.. AI Is Beating Humans, Charlie Munger’s Sales Leader On Closing EVERY Deal, Google Dropping Rich Results To Simplify Search, Marketing Agencies Hit Summer Slumps Even With Steady Traffic

In this episode #2991, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss how fresh content boosts inclusion in AI overviews and share simple strategies to optimize for it. They explore the growing quality of AI-generated content like VO3, classic sales tactics from The Ultimate Sales Machine, and the importance of creativity, timing, and standing out. They also touch on Google's simplified search results and the summer slowdown in marketing deals. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) Fresh content and AI overview optimization (02:08) AI-generated content and VO3 examples (04:49) Sales lessons from The Ultimate Sales Machine (07:25) Standing out with creativity and timing (09:51) Google simplifying search results (12:45) Summer slowdown in marketing deals To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

19 Juni 17min

If You're Not Adopting AI, F**k You. You Will Be A Burden On Society,  Unilever To Hire 20-30x More Influencers, How We're Handling Influencer Pitches, LLM Marketing Will Be Controlled By The Brand Side, Not SEO., How To Triple Your Form Conversion Rate

If You're Not Adopting AI, F**k You. You Will Be A Burden On Society, Unilever To Hire 20-30x More Influencers, How We're Handling Influencer Pitches, LLM Marketing Will Be Controlled By The Brand Side, Not SEO., How To Triple Your Form Conversion Rate

In this episode #2990, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss why adopting AI is essential, the tension between optimism and pessimism in business, and how to navigate chaos. They explore the growth of influencer marketing, B2B CTV advertising, and the evolving role of branding and AI in strategy. The episode wraps with thoughts on how media shapes public perception and business decisions. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Importance of AI Adoption (02:14) Optimism vs. Pessimism in Business (05:52) Navigating Chaos in Business (06:21) The Rise of Influencer Marketing (10:01) B2B CTV Advertising Insights (11:11) Branding and AI in Marketing (17:01) Media Influence on Business and Society To suggest a topic, go to https://www.marketingschool.io. For more content from Eric and Neil, check out Eric’s Leveling Up with Eric Siu YouTube channel and Neil’s Neil Patel YouTube channel. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel, @ericosiu Instagram @neilpatel, @ericosiu Drop Us a Review If You Enjoyed the Episode!

18 Juni 21min

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