Original episode page: https://gertmellak.com/
What the episode covered
Like any endeavor, it’s crucial to understand the what, why, and who before embarking on a project. This holds true for SEO campaigns. During the initial phases of the campaign, these aspects should be thoroughly considered. Once you’re in the midst of the campaign, whether handled in-house or by an external agency, seeking an outside perspective or conducting an audit becomes paramount to ensure you’re headed in the right direction.
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01:28 Why is there a need to put a big focus on the initial phases of a new project?
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02:02 What is an onboarding call? …What are the two reasons why it is important?
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04:07 How does Gert Mellak ensure that their process brings you closer to your goals?
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04:46 Why is an external audit necessary when you are doing SEO in-house?
06:17 Focus on high-priority items with the team and resources.
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Have you ever puzzled how some websites magically appear at the top of search results while others remain hidden within the depths? If you’re curious about the secrets behind this digital wizardry, you’re in the right place.
What I would emphasize today
Search has moved beyond one channel. Google still matters, but your buyers also use AI answers, YouTube, Reddit, reviews, communities, and comparison content before they decide.
That means the practical question is not just “does this rank?” The better question is: does this help the right buyer find enough proof to trust us?
How to apply this now
- Diagnose the actual visibility gap.
- Check whether the buyer researches this topic on Google, AI tools, YouTube, Reddit, or another platform.
- Create the asset that answers the question clearly.
- Add proof, examples, and structure so both humans and AI systems can understand it.
- Measure whether the work leads to better qualified demand, not just more traffic.
My current take
The topic still matters, but the playbook has changed. SEO is no longer only about ranking a page. It is about being present with the right answer, on the right platform, at the moment the buyer is forming trust.
If you want to know where your visibility gaps are now, start with a diagnostic call or the AI Readiness Check.