Learn about SEO (Search Engine Optimization) in Seattle
October 21st, 2007 by Dave
All websites and businesses of all kinds (at least, those hoping to attract online visitors) learn early on that they ignore the benefits of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) at their own peril. I’ve learned a lot about SEO from friends at real estate valuation site Zillow, my experiences with funny video site JibJab, and the gurus of SEO at Beyond Ink (note — I highly recommend SEO Queen Alex Bennert at Beyond Ink — she’s not only incredibly smart, but her customer service levels are unbelievable — in fact, she may actually be online more hours than I am 
).
If you’re new to SEO, here are some quick tips and guides to getting up to speed:
- Head straight to Seattle’s SEOMoz — don’t pass go, don’t collect $200. Their team gives fantastic, practical and well-written SEO advice. Even the free stuff is great, but their Premium SEO Content truly is a steal
- Take a course! In Seattle, DiscoverU has an Introduction to SEO class — I’m sure if you get creative, you can find others
- When you’re ready for some professional consulting assistance, I’d again highly recommend Beyond Ink, or SEOMoz.
- Read a book or blog… OK… I know they’re obvious… but they’re less disruptive than asking me for advice, OK?
- Finally, Seattle’s Tony Wright gives a fantastic 90-minute intro via the video below — you can also check out his SEO notes and Powerpoint slides
We’ve also now got some SEO teachers and classes listed on TeachStreet.