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atlanta seo: the "web savvy" city

We have been based in Atlanta long enough to know that people don't want to be on the road if they don't have to be. The average commute in Atlanta is well over 40 minutes and is increasing each year. So, it makes sense that Atlantans are becoming more likely to shop online for that new purse or latest technological gadget. Now, with gas prices increasing as well, the web seems an even more inviting tool for Atlanta shoppers. That is why Atlanta SEO is growing. Atlanta businesses want to show up on the first page of Google.

the benefits of seo for atlanta businesses

Obviously, Atlanta SEO is valuable for your website if your target audience is looking for you online. But, what makes search engine optimization so valuable in Atlanta is that people are looking more frequently than they were years ago. Nowadays, the economy, gas prices, and cost of goods are driving users to the web to make their purchases. Another key ingredient that makes online search more prevalent is trust. People are more accustomed to making safe online purchases. It goes without saying, if you are not on the first page of Google, you're missing these potential customers.

how do i know if SEO is right for my company and target audience

We perform some initial research for our clients to ensure that SEO is a valid approach for their website. In most cases, SEO a key factor for success on a website that relies on traffic for ROI. However, we'll be the first to admit that there are just some sites that don't require SEO to do their job. Mostly, sites that don't actually sell anything or simply act as a trust builder are the likely candidates that don't qualify for SEO services. But, if your site is your way of getting the word out and you can sell a product or service to people across the country, Atlanta SEO is for you.

how long will it take to get on the first page with seo?

We get this question all the time. The honest answer is: we don't always know. We can typically guess based on the first round of SEO that we perform. But, the truth is that some keywords are just more competitive than others. For highly competitive keywords, there is a higher investment. But, for keywords that have low to medium competition, you're likely going to see results in just a few weeks or months. But, once you are on the first page, organically, all your traffic is free and will bring you the results you need.

If you need SEO work done, contact us.

By: Brian Jardine,
Creative Director, ALG