On-Page Optimization to Overcome Massive Link Profile Deficits

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This is the presentation I did at SEMpdx on March 11, 2014, on how good optimization on-page can be more important than a massive backlink profile.
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Michael Cottam

Michael is an independent SEO and GEO consultant based in Bend, Oregon, specializing in organic SEO, technical SEO implementation, and AI Overviews and ChatGPT visibility. Learn more on his LinkedIn page.

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