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You'll find updates about Dan's work as an internet marketer, charity founder, and business owner. You will discover SEO videos, digital marketing tricks, and simple blog posts about digital marketing.

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ROI on Mental Health 2024: A Landmark Event in Business and Well-being

As the founder of MANUP? and a passionate advocate for mental health in the business environment, I'm excited to share details about an upcoming event that promises to be a game-changer: "ROI on Mental Health 2024." This event is not just close to my heart due to my role in MANUP? but also because it resonates deeply with my commitment to integrating mental well-being into business strategy.

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Navigating the Digital Challenges Facing Charities

Explore our in-depth guide on SEO and online reputation management for charities. Learn from an expert's insights on safeguarding your charity's digital presence against false claims, enhancing visibility, and maintaining the trust of your supporters

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Dear Google, the Account inactivity policy

I write to you today not as a mere user but as a concerned citizen of the digital world, where your services play a significant part in our daily lives. My concern is not new, but it's recently been rekindled by an email which I received from your esteemed organisation

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AI Content: Not Forbidden, But Rubbish Content Is Banned

It's another one of those myths; just like using duplicate content, it cannot be helped in some cases, so Google will not penalise you if there is a good reason for using it. (other than trying to rank higher in Google)

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How to Stop Instagram Spam Comments in 2023

Is your Instagram account filled with "promote it on" spam? Here's what you need! Follow these simple steps to stop this annoying spam within seconds. You can reclaim your Instagram feed from these unwanted promotions with some knowledge.

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Alt Text: Beyond SEO and Embracing Inclusivity

Remember, accessibility isn't a feature – it's a right. If your website or app doesn't use alt text, consider making it a priority. Let's stop talking about inclusivity and start putting it into practice, one alt text at a time

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Knowing Your Google Ads vs Google's Advice

In online advertising, Google AdWords stands as an 'arguably' quick win, an unrivalled force, enabling businesses to reach their target audiences effectively. However, a powerful revelation echoes through the corridors of marketing wisdom: "The worst people to advise about your PPC campaign are Google themselves." This statement highlights the need for self-education and underscores the importance of familiarising oneself

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Add a user in Google my business 2023

What is the process for adding a user to Google My Business? The process has, up until the year 2023, been quite simple to follow, but once again, a bright spark at Google has decided to complicate things for us.

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SEO ISN’T HARD

Before you cross the road, what do you do? The rule of thumb is to check both sides of the road before stepping on it.

If you wanted to buy something luxurious, would you only buy it after checking your budget first?

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MANUP? & SEOMERS in 2022

Are you familiar with MANUP? The charity was founded by Dan Somers (owner) back in 2019 and is now a registered mental health charity. The idea came from Dan, but it's not just him

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Bounce rate in google analytics? 50, 60, or 80%?

Bounce rate in google analytics represents the % of visitors that leave your website without visiting another page and gives a hint to how interesting and/or relevant your content is for your visitor.

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Google my Business, is it still worth it in 2022?

If you own a local business and it's not on Google Maps, you're missing out on potential customers. Google my business is primarily free if you ignore the time you spend to keep it updated. GMB (Google my Business) is essential for local businesses that target an area within a county, such as a local plumber or shop within a street.

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Why is SEO getting harder? The Secret

Why is SEO getting harder? and we don't even know why. It feels like the rules have been changed overnight. Backlinks are just not as effective as they used to be, so you need to find other ways to get ranking if you want your site on the front page of Google.

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