Managing SEO projects on a local scale

Jose Butcher, SEO Manager at Acceleration / GroupM, delves into managing SEO projects on a local scale. In this episode, Jose shares his perspectives on: understanding client needs for effective local SEO strategies, transitioning from local to global SEO strategies, cultural nuances in global SEO and their local implications, and the dynamic nature of SEO from local to global scales.
About the speaker

Jose Butcher

Acceleration / GroupM

 - Acceleration / GroupM

Jose is Managing Director at Acceleration / GroupM

Show Notes

  • 00:45
    Understanding client needs for effective local SEO strategies.
    The initial step in local SEO involves comprehensively understanding what clients aim to improve in terms of specific metrics or goals.
  • 03:30
    Transitioning from local to global SEO strategies.
    The discussion highlights the progression from managing smaller, local clients to engaging with global companies, emphasizing the complexity and appeal of global SEO.
  • 05:50
    Cultural nuances in global SEO and their local implications.
    The conversation explores how cultural differences affect SEO strategies, including the use of specific terminologies and the importance of recognizing linguistic variations within the same language across different regions.
  • 08:10
    The dynamic nature of SEO from local to global scales.
    Reflects on the challenges and excitement of switching between local and global SEO projects, and the necessity to recalibrate strategies accordingly.

Quotes

  • "Content generated from other users will be the most powerful asset that any local brand has." - Jose Butcher

  • "What is really important when we prioritize local SEO tactics strategy versus a global, is whats gonna bring to the company the most." - Jose Butcher

  • "SEO is not just about creating a website or having the Google My Business platform updated or having a local keyword" - Jose Butcher

About the speaker

Jose Butcher

Acceleration / GroupM

 - Acceleration / GroupM

Jose is Managing Director at Acceleration / GroupM

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