What’s it like working in Enterprise SEO?

Patrick Stox, Product Advisor at Ahrefs, delves into the dynamics of working in enterprise SEO and the strategic importance of internal advocacy within large organizations. He highlights how securing buy-in from different business units can significantly amplify SEO initiatives and drive substantial growth. Patrick also shares personal anecdotes from his experiences, illustrating the potential career trajectory and impact for SEO professionals in the enterprise sector. Learn more about navigating the complexities of enterprise SEO from Patrick's insights and experiences.
About the speaker

Patrick Stox

Ahrefs

 - Ahrefs

Patrick is Product Advisor at Ahrefs

Show Notes

  • 01:30
    Unique challenges and opportunities in enterprise SEO.
    The discussion highlights the distinct complexities and advantages of handling SEO for large-scale businesses compared to smaller companies.
  • 04:50
    Key differences in keyword research for large scale websites.
    Exploring how keyword strategies differ significantly in enterprise environments, focusing on the scale and scope of operations.
  • 08:10
    Importance of cross departmental collaboration in enterprise SEO.
    Emphasizing how crucial it is to foster communication and cooperation across various departments to enhance SEO efforts.
  • 12:35
    Prioritizing technical SEO issues in complex website structures.
    Addressing the strategies for managing SEO in large-scale site audits and the prioritization of technical issues that arise.
  • 16:20
    Leveraging data and analytics to drive SEO strategy and decision making.
    Discussing the role of data in shaping SEO strategies and how insights are used to drive decisions in enterprise settings.

Quotes

  • "Find someone that knows their way around so you can just ask them rather than spending a week trying to figure out who you need to talk to." - Patrick Stox

  • "When or the program is new, there's so much like micro focus" - Patrick Stox

  • "I've seen where a lot of external agencies, and this is the best way to be, are practically embedded, where people think you actually work at the company, you might even have a company email address, then like people really, you are there long enough that you can have that kind of bigger impact." - Patrick Stox

  • "Apply, talk with people at the company, try to apply somewhere where you have a friend" - Patrick Stox

About the speaker

Patrick Stox

Ahrefs

 - Ahrefs

Patrick is Product Advisor at Ahrefs

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