tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22643026498685459662012-01-27T04:24:42.622-08:00Website design for visual appeal, usability, and optimizationizOky Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05700983701627178878noreply@blogger.comBlogger91100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2264302649868545966.post-58724955469569074152010-02-24T18:32:00.000-08:002010-02-24T18:40:41.556-08:00

Even if your website doesn't rank well in Google search results, you might be able to get your listing to show up high anyway - for free!For local business searches, Google displays a small map with company listings near the top of the results. If you have a local business, you should take advantage of this opportunity to add your business listing.Learn how to add your business to Google Local

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izOky Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05700983701627178878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2264302649868545966.post-57642692627730528452009-10-24T17:50:00.000-07:002009-10-24T18:44:03.844-07:00

It always saddens me greatly to see a browser title tag go to waste. Never will you find an easier way to give your website some search engine optimization love.Not only is the browser title tag (AKA the title meta tag) important for SEO, it also helps potential customers identify your site within the search results.In the "Flavors" example pictured above, the website is for a cupcake bakery,

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The content on your website is extremely important for search engines to spider and index your site. Take some time to identify the keywords your audience might use when searching for a product or service like yours and integrate these phrases into your content as natural language.Learn how to generate a keyword list.

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After you've generated an XML sitemap and uploaded it to your site, you should submit it to the three major search engines: Google, Yahoo, and Bing.Learn how to submit a sitemap to Google, Yahoo, and Bing.

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An XML sitemap is a list of all the pages on your site in a search engine friendly format. This provides search engines with a complete view of your site and allows them to find pages they might not have otherwise.Learn how to create an XML sitemap.

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Whether you're starting a new website or considering a redesign of your existing site, careful planning will put you on the right track for success.Elements to consider:Value Proposition Web PagesSite StructureContent & ImagesWebsite GoalsLearn how to plan a website.

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If you're starting a website and need some help on where to begin, take a look at our how-to tutorials for advice.For those with existing websites that need a little boost, we have articles on ways to drive more traffic to your site.Learn how to start a website and get visitors.We'll continue to add new articles, so be sure to check back.

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For an opportunity at a free website review, submit your site by filling out the form at http://www.izoky.com/services/free-website-review/. Provide your email address, website URL, and any questions you have about your site in general or a specific page.By submitting a site, you understand and agree with the terms:You're an authorized representative for the site.We'll try to get through as many

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