{"id":9878,"date":"2025-03-10T19:54:23","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T19:54:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/?p=9878"},"modified":"2025-03-13T08:23:20","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T08:23:20","slug":"my-seo-journey-curemd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/my-seo-journey-curemd\/","title":{"rendered":"My SEO Journey: Ishaq Shakoor from curemd.com \u2013 Mastering B2B SaaS Growth with SEO"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em><em>My SEO Journey is a series where entrepreneurs and Indie makers share their honest SEO Journey filled with failure and success, and most importantly, proven results.<\/em> <em>Episode #161 features Ishaq Shakoor fro<\/em>m <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curemd.com\/\">CureMD<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ishaq-shakoor-curemd-my-seo-journey-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Ishaq Shakoor from curemd.com share his SEO journey\" class=\"wp-image-9895\" style=\"width:606px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ishaq-shakoor-curemd-my-seo-journey-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ishaq-shakoor-curemd-my-seo-journey-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ishaq-shakoor-curemd-my-seo-journey-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ishaq-shakoor-curemd-my-seo-journey-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ishaq-shakoor-curemd-my-seo-journey.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-beginning-discovering-seo-in-saas\"><strong>The Beginning: Discovering SEO in SaaS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Back in 2019, I was introduced to the world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Like many beginners, I started with the basics\u2014reading blogs, watching tutorials, and experimenting with small websites. But as I delved deeper, I realized that SEO for SaaS was a different ballgame. Unlike traditional eCommerce or local SEO, SaaS SEO requires a strategic approach focused on <strong>long-term lead generation, customer retention, and brand authority<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I became obsessed with understanding how <strong>top SaaS brands<\/strong> drive traffic, nurture leads, and convert visitors into paying users. I experimented with different <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/what-is-content-strategy\/\">content strategies<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/technical-seo-checklist\/\">technical SEO techniques<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/what-is-link-building\/\">link-building<\/a><\/strong> tactics tailored for B2B SaaS businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image1.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9882\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gaining-experience-scaling-seo-for-saas-startups\"><strong>Gaining Experience: Scaling SEO for SaaS Startups<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As I transitioned from an SEO enthusiast to a professional, I had the opportunity to work with multiple SaaS brands, refining my skills in driving organic growth. One of my biggest breakthroughs came when I joined <strong>Torque360 sister of RepairDesk<\/strong>, where I focused on optimizing their digital presence. The results were game-changing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Traffic Growth:<\/strong> From 378 to 2,625 visitors\u2014a <strong>300% increase<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Domain Rating (DR):<\/strong> Improved from <strong>27 to 33<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Backlinks:<\/strong> Increased from <strong>5.3K to 8.3K<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Referral Domains:<\/strong> Grew from <strong>220 to 982<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These experiences taught me that <strong>B2B SaaS SEO is all about positioning, authority, and scalability<\/strong>. Unlike other industries, SaaS SEO requires a blend of <strong>technical expertise, product-led content strategies, and data-driven optimization<\/strong> to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"856\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image3-1024x856.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image3-1024x856.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image3-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image3-768x642.jpg 768w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image3-1536x1284.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image3.jpg 1838w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-joining-curemd-leading-seo-for-a-healthcare-saas-powerhouse\"><strong>Joining CureMD: Leading SEO for a Healthcare SaaS Powerhouse<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, I\u2019m an <strong>SEO Analyst at CureMD<\/strong>, a leading <strong>healthcare SaaS company<\/strong> specializing in Electronic Health Records (EHR), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curemd.com\/mental-health-practice-management-software\">mental health practice management software<\/a>, and medical billing solutions. My experience in SaaS SEO allowed me to take a structured approach to optimizing CureMD\u2019s digital presence.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"534\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9885\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image2.jpg 534w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 534px) 100vw, 534px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>At CureMD, my responsibilities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Technical SEO:<\/strong> Optimizing website architecture, improving crawlability, and fixing indexing issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conversion Optimization:<\/strong> Enhancing landing pages, refining CTAs, and improving lead generation through <strong>data-driven A\/B testing<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/what-is-on-page-seo\/\">On-Page SEO<\/a>:<\/strong> Optimizing SaaS feature pages, case studies, and industry-focused blog content to rank for <strong>high-intent keywords<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SaaS Link-Building:<\/strong> Earning high-authority backlinks through <strong>guest posting, digital PR, and strategic partnerships<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image5-1024x584.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image5-1024x584.png 1024w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image5-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image5-768x438.png 768w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image5-1536x876.png 1536w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image5.png 1869w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-proven-seo-strategies-for-b2b-saas-success\"><strong>Proven SEO Strategies for B2B SaaS Success<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, I\u2019ve developed a <strong>repeatable SEO framework<\/strong> that works exceptionally well for B2B SaaS companies. Here are some of the most effective tactics I\u2019ve implemented:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Product-Led Content Strategy:<\/strong><br>\n<ul>\n<li>Instead of just writing generic blog posts, I <strong>align content with product features<\/strong> and use <strong>real-world use cases<\/strong> to drive conversions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Created <strong>pillar content clusters<\/strong> that boost topical authority and drive targeted traffic.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical SEO for SaaS:<\/strong><br>\n<ul>\n<li>Optimized <strong>Core Web Vitals<\/strong>, improved site speed, and implemented <strong>schema markup<\/strong> for rich results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Structured site architecture for <strong>better internal linking and seamless user navigation<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Programmatic SEO for Scalable Growth:<\/strong><br>\n<ul>\n<li>Leveraged <strong>data-driven landing pages<\/strong> to rank for thousands of long-tail keywords at scale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Used AI tools to automate <strong>content generation, keyword clustering, and internal linking<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SaaS-Focused Link-Building &amp; Digital PR:<\/strong><br>\n<ul>\n<li>Earned links from high-authority SaaS directories, industry blogs, and <strong>thought leadership pieces<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developed a <strong>strategic guest posting<\/strong> roadmap to boost referral traffic and domain authority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"245\" height=\"175\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image4.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9887\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"pb-form-block-wrap pb-form-type-1\">\r\n            <div class=\"left\">\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/seobuddy\/images\/post-blocks\/2.png\" alt=\"img\" \/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    \t<div class=\"right\">\r\n                    <div class=\"title\">There\u2019s more\u2026<\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"text pb-text-style\"><p>Now it\u2019s time to discover the other 102 steps that will get more organic traffic flowing to your website. <a href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/seo-checklist?utm_source=SEOBuddyBlog&amp;utm_medium=BlogPost&amp;utm_campaign=block1&amp;utm_content=287\">Get the SEO Checklist here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to get a sneak peek of what it looks like?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Enter your email and <em>get a free demo version of the SEO Checklist.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n                <form class=\"pb-form\" action=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/free-checklist\">\r\n            <input placeholder=\"your-email@exemple.com\" name=\"newsletter_subscribe[email]\" type=\"email\" required>\r\n            <button class=\"btn-big\">Send me the demo version<\/button>\r\n        <\/form>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lessons-from-my-saas-seo-journey\"><strong>Lessons from My SaaS SEO Journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some key takeaways that have shaped my approach:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>SEO for SaaS is a long-term investment.<\/strong> Unlike eCommerce, where quick wins are possible, SaaS SEO <strong>requires time to <a href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/how-to-increase-your-domain-authority\/\">build authority<\/a><\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content strategy must align with the buyer journey.<\/strong> From awareness-stage blog posts to bottom-of-funnel comparison pages, every piece of content should <strong>drive users closer to conversion<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical SEO is a growth lever.<\/strong> Without <strong>optimized website speed, structured data, and clean architecture<\/strong>, even the best content won\u2019t rank.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link-building in SaaS is about authority, not quantity.<\/strong> Getting <strong>5 high-quality backlinks from SaaS industry leaders<\/strong> is far more valuable than 50 low-quality links.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data and automation are game-changers.<\/strong> AI-driven <strong>keyword research, internal linking automation, and SERP analysis<\/strong> can <strong>significantly speed up execution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"254\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image7.png 500w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image7-300x152.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"pb-block-wrap pb-block-1 promotion-banner\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"title\">Do you want hundreds of easy-to-get backlinks?<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text\"><p>The Link Chest is a collection of high-quality, easy-to-win backlink opportunities. It\u2019s the smart way to kickstart your SEO mission and improve the rank of your website in Google.<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t        <a class=\"btn-big\" href=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/link-chest\" target=\"_blank\">Reveal The Link Chest<\/a>\r\n    \t      <div class=\"pb-person-block\">\r\n    \t            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/seobuddy\/images\/post-blocks\/1.png\" \/>\r\n        \t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text\">\r\n                <div class=\"text-title\">Jerome Berman | Link Chest customer<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t                    <div class=\"text-inner\"><p>\u201cThis is such a simple idea but very well executed. I\u2019ve been powering through this giant list of backlinks for a few hours and already have loads pointing to my site. Link Chest is an essential tool for early stage link building.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\r\n                \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"like-amount\">3<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-my-saas-seo-tech-stack\"><strong>My SaaS SEO Tech Stack<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To drive SaaS SEO success, I rely on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ahrefs &amp; SEMrush<\/strong> (Keyword research, competitor analysis, backlink tracking)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Search Console &amp; Google Analytics<\/strong> (Performance tracking, technical audits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SurferSEO &amp; Clearscope<\/strong> (Content optimization for NLP-driven search engines)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Screaming Frog &amp; Sitebulb<\/strong> (Crawling, log file analysis, and structured data audits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jasper AI &amp; ChatGPT<\/strong> (AI-powered content ideation and automation)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-my-saas-seo-learning-hub\"><strong>My SaaS SEO Learning Hub<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-the-seo-community-and-its-leaders\"><strong>1. The SEO Community and Its Leaders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SEO professionals share a common goal: deciphering Google&#8217;s search algorithm to rank higher. Since Google&#8217;s exact formula remains a mystery, SEO strategies rely on experimentation and shared insights, often leading to debates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>John M\u00fcller, a key figure from Google, serves as the community\u2019s guide, offering advice that significantly influences SEO practices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image6.jpg 640w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image6-300x136.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Barry Schwartz plays a vital role by curating daily SEO news, ensuring professionals stay updated on industry changes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"245\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image9.jpg 600w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image9-300x123.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Engaging with the SEO Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond blogs and YouTube, private SEO groups like <strong>SEO Signal Labs<\/strong> on Facebook provide valuable real-world insights. While daily SEO news often repeats similar themes, these communities discuss unique challenges and strategies that aren&#8217;t widely shared elsewhere. Engaging in SEO conversations on platforms like Twitter can also lead to heated debates, making it a dynamic space for learning and networking.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"748\" height=\"302\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9891\" srcset=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image8.jpg 748w, https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image8-300x121.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-future-of-my-saas-seo-journey\"><strong>The Future of My SaaS SEO Journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, I\u2019m excited about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Experimenting with AI &amp; machine learning in SEO<\/strong>: How <strong>automation can scale SaaS content production and link-building<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refining the CureMD SEO strategy<\/strong>: Expanding organic reach through <strong>programmatic SEO, AI-powered content recommendations, and advanced technical optimizations<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Speaking &amp; sharing insights<\/strong>: Helping <strong>early-stage SaaS startups<\/strong> navigate SEO challenges through webinars, LinkedIn posts, and guest articles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a <strong>B2B SaaS founder, marketer, or SEO professional<\/strong>, my advice is simple: <strong>Think long-term, stay consistent, and leverage data-driven decisions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SEO for SaaS isn\u2019t just about rankings\u2014it\u2019s about <strong>scaling organic growth, generating qualified leads, and establishing thought leadership in your industry<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s connect and discuss <strong>SaaS SEO growth strategies<\/strong>!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"185\" src=\"https:\/\/seobuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/image11.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9892\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-to-find-me\">&#x1f4e2; <strong>Where to Find Me:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>LinkedIn:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ishaqshakoor\/\">Ishaq Shakoor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CureMD Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curemd.com\">www.curemd.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&#x1f680; Let\u2019s scale SaaS growth together!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My SEO Journey is a series where entrepreneurs and Indie makers share their honest SEO Journey filled with&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":188,"featured_media":9896,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[429],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.5 (Yoast SEO v22.5) - 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