Comments on: Easy Ways to Optimize Your Existing Links

By: John@pink mobiles

John@pink mobiles — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 19:38:48 +0000

@John Morgan – Can’t you keep the page after someone removes the ad, but just put “this item is now sold”. Also i would put a link underneath to either the homepage or a category page if that’s possible.

For link building i think people also don’t take the time to try and improve the rank of the site which gives the link.
For example – If you build a squidoo lens which links back to your site, you should also get backlinks for the lens. Increasing the rank of the squidoo lens will increase the value of the link back to your site.

By: Allan@Rabbit Insurance

Allan@Rabbit Insurance — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:28:06 +0000

I think people are getting smarter with their linking strategies. Webmasters are understanding that getting links from related niche sites is more important than just getting links full stop.

By: John Morgan

John Morgan — Fri, 22 May 2009 19:32:26 +0000

I like the idea of “googling” your name or business and finding sites that mention you, but do not link to you. I bet that nearly all webmasters that are contacted would put a link up for you since they are mentioning you or your business.

I have an interesting problem that I do not know how to get around. I will have to brainstorm, or maybe someone could help me. I have classified ads on my site, and they expire after a certain time or the user will remove it because the item has been sold. These pages are indexed in the search engines, but a 404 error appears once the ad is gone. What should I do in this case?

By: Domain Name

Domain Name — Fri, 22 May 2009 03:04:56 +0000

Anchor text for inbound links is one of the most important factors in search engine optimization, just having links is not the only factor to consider, What the link text says is very important, so therefore, the link text is an important indicator that tells the search engines and visitors what your page is about. It’s important to make the most out of your link by choosing the right anchor text!
“Monitor links to non-indexed pages of your website”
This is a good tip, it has actually affected one of my sites before but have learn the tip, a while ago thanks!

By: Robert@online video business directory

Robert@online video business directory — Thu, 14 May 2009 11:57:31 +0000

I used to think that once you create a website/blog, you will have millions of people come rushing to your website.

When I started my first blog, I used to be scared of what I say on it and would often not post. But I soon realized that getting traffic to your site and building links to your website takes quite a while and alot of work. But some people still don’t seem to understand it.

By: Technical Sales Trainer

Technical Sales Trainer — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 21:11:36 +0000

After some weeks of feeling my way through the SEO jungle, I have the feeling that I’ve reached the edge – the leading edge. If you guys don’t know where it’s at, then I give up. I’ve tried out the free version of G-Lock Blog Finder and although it’s frustrating to see such a large number of un-categorized ? results, nevertheless a 20 minute session saw me achive a DoFollow PR6 backlink. I’m going to keep at it like that for a while just to make sure that this approach really does bring PR and traffic benefits. If so, I’ll go for Gold.

By: Harry from Blocked Drains

Harry from Blocked Drains — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:04:12 +0000

I agree with Cathy’s point above which is worth reiteration. When doing a links review such as this it is important to ensure that you have strong anchor text rich internal links. As you add new pages they will not have internal links unless you go back to some of those old articles and incorporate them. Look at which pages in your site have been indexed in the search engines and ensure that they are working hard for you with a smattering of internal links.

By: Avenues Design

Avenues Design — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:15:07 +0000

I liked the way you express your thoughts and experience in the written form as in this post. But, the points that you have mentioned for link building is very difficult for most beginners although they are good points. Overall, this is a nice article. Thanks.

By: sean

sean — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:39:54 +0000

Hello Julia, on link building recently I posted a comment on a blog related to my video product, and the blog owner thought I was trying to steal his customers! not every one appriciates the value of links to their blog or site! I was amazed to say the least… enjoyed your post as always Sean.

By: Andy @ Adsense Tips

Andy @ Adsense Tips — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:14:36 +0000

Link building is ‘boring’, but it is a necessity. I spend a few hours a day until I get bored. But I do know if I didn’t do that I would slump down the search engine listings.

Your advice is spot on as usual, but a little simple. Most people on your email list are a little more advanced.