Have you heard about Google’s latest AI developments in search? You may have noticed a new summary feature on the top of certain Google search results pages. That’s all thanks to Google’s Search Generative Experience, a new feature that’s meant to make it simpler for users to get answers to questions or help with certain […]
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Our mission at Southern Creative is to help service-based brands gain more visibility through strategic WordPress websites paired with SEO. SO often, people come to us with a site full of web design mistakes. And while that’s definitely fixable, working on your SEO strategy before you start on the website design is ideal (read more
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If you’ve read the Southern Creative blog, taken a tour of the website, or hung out with me on social media, you probably already know that I’m a HUGE advocate for posting regular blogs on your site. A consistent blog strategy is one of the best ways to boost your search rankings. Every post you
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Kadence vs. Astra: Which WordPress Theme is Best for You? If you’re looking for the best WordPress themes, you’ve no doubt come across the Kadence vs. Astra conversation. They’re two of the most popular theme choices in the WordPress world – and they’re both strong choices! Spoiler alert: there’s not one quick-and-easy answer to whether
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Keywords are the first step in any SEO strategy, but they’re also the piece that stops so many people in their tracks before they even get started. PSA: keyword research doesn’t have to be hard! In this guide to keyword research basics, we’ll cover what keyword research is, why it’s important, and how to research
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If you’re an interior designer in 2024, an online presence for your business is a must. People are always searching for interior design inspiration and someone trustworthy to work with when they’re ready to invest in changes. But, there are a lot of interior designers on the internet. So, how will you get found and
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Choosing the right visuals can make all the difference in connecting with your ideal clients online. Whether you opt for stock photography or invest in custom brand photography, you’ll want to intentionally choose images that resonate with your brand and audience. In this post, I’m going to talk about a designer’s take on the differences
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Many business owners wonder about when to do SEO (search engine optimization) on their website. Is it during the planning stage, after launching, or once your site has already gained some traction? Spoiler alert: SEO should be done right at the beginning. Of course, it doesn’t always happen that way! Keep reading to learn more
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SEO doesn’t have to be hard, but it does take consistent work. And once you’ve invested time, money, and energy into optimization, you might be wondering, “is my SEO working?” Or, “Is SEO really worth it?” With the right SEO metrics tools and KPIs, figuring out if SEO is working can be easy. And –
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If you’ve ever posted content to your own website, you’ve probably noticed that you have many formatting options when it comes to organizing information on the page. But did you know that what you choose to do could impact your SEO? Yep! With header tag optimization, you can use the H1 tag and other header
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