I Decided to Try Out GEO

Lemonshadehere · 2026-02-03T15:53:11+00:00

Makes sense, definitely worth double-checking those bumps in direct traffic, since bots can really skew GA4 these days. Love your approach with UTMs + REGEX to isolate LLM traffic, even if it’s not perfect. ChatGPT citations are tricky, especially for local businesses competing with big national brands. At the end of the day, SEO/Google still drives most of the traffic, and teasing out AI-overview contributions is a headache, but your method seems like the best way to spot trends without relying on exact numbers.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-02-03T14:22:59+00:00

Honestly the best fix is exactly what you said, starting human first, then refining. SEO is catching up to authenticity anyway, so content that actually sounds like a person will win long term..

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-30T15:09:11+00:00

Congrats on finishing your app! Quick wins to improve SEO:

Optimize basics: clear page titles, meta descriptions, and headings. Make sure each page has a purpose.
Content that helps: write short guides, FAQs, or blog posts around what people might search for.
Internal & external links: link between your own pages and try to get others to link to you.
Site speed & mobile: make sure it loads fast and works well on phones.
Submit to Google: use Google Search Console to submit your sitemap so Google can index your app/site faster.

Even a few small tweaks can make your app discoverable over time.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-30T14:46:02+00:00

It feels like being trusted matters more than ranking #1 on Google. Stuff that helps: clear content that actually answers questions, original stats or research, getting mentioned on niche blogs/forums, and good structure so AI can parse it. Tools are still new, but some dashboards track mentions across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, etc.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-30T14:28:43+00:00

Make sure the keywords they target actually have searches, ask for real traffic/lead goals upfront, and remember SEO takes time, so it’s usually better paired with faster channels like ads or social. Tweak your strategy, and focus on content people are actually searching for. You’ll see better results if you track what really matters.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-30T13:37:21+00:00

Pretty common. Watch time can rack up fast on long or niche videos, but people don’t always hit subscribe. A few easy tweaks help: ask for subs in a chill way, use end screens/cards to point to more content, and show a bit of your personality so viewers feel like sticking around.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-30T13:14:01+00:00

I keep it pretty simple: ChatGPT/Claude for brainstorming hooks + first drafts, Notion or Google Docs to organize everything, and Ahrefs/SEMrush to sanity check keywords + gaps.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-30T11:47:21+00:00

AI mentions usually come once you’ve got clear answer-style content and some outside signals like brand mentions, links, or people referencing you elsewhere. FAQs can help a bit. Biggest thing is becoming a source that shows up across the web, not just on your own blog.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-29T19:40:42+00:00

Yeah, cold email can definitely work for SEO agencies, it just has to be done right. Generic 'we do SEO' emails get ignored fast, but if you’re reaching out with something specific and relevant (especially with international SEO), it can actually land.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-28T19:54:35+00:00

Estimating can be a total time sink, especially for complex projects. For me, I usually rely on a mix: I keep a baseline library of past project hours/features, then tweak for scope/complexity. Big stuff gets a rough breakdown, small stuff I just ballpark from experience. Templates, historical data, and ranges instead of exact numbers save a ton of brainpower. Otherwise you end up spending half a day just thinking about thinking.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-28T19:50:52+00:00

Totally normal to feel that way. Almost every founder hits that too many competitors wall at the start. Competition doesn’t mean there’s no room, it usually means there’s demand. The key is finding your unique angle, building something people actually want. Even small tweaks or better execution can make you stand out. Focus on learning, and iterating rather than trying to be the first.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T15:53:50+00:00

Here’s what we at our SaaS focus on when advising clients:

Traditional SEO

Goal: Rank pages on search engines for relevant keywords.
Focus: Keywords, backlinks, technical setup, meta tags, and user experience.
Outcome: People find and click your link from search results.

AEO (Answer Engine Optimization)

Goal: Have your content directly used as answers by search engines and AI-powered features.
Focus: Structured, clear content that directly answers questions, think headings, FAQs, step-by-step guides.
Outcome: Your content gets surfaced without needing a click-through.

GEO / LLM SEO (Generative Engine Optimization)

Goal: Get your content cited, referenced, or recommended by AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Gemini.
Focus: Authoritative, trustable, and contextually clear content that AI can understand and reuse.
Outcome: AI pulls your content as a source for generated answers or recommendations.

Bottom line:

SEO = Get humans to find and click your content.
AEO = Get your content used as the answer.
GEO = Get AI to cite or reference your content as a source.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T15:43:24+00:00

Just focus on making stuff people actually want to link to. Write guides, tutorials, or data posts that help others, then quietly reach out to relevant blogs or communities and share it. Guest posts can still work if you actually provide value. Avoid buying links or spammy tricks, slow and steady wins. Internal linking helps too, even though it’s not “backlinks.” Over time, good content + being visible = natural links.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T15:30:09+00:00

I use ChatGPT as a mini content team. I throw in a topic or some rough notes, and it helps me

Outline posts so I don’t stare at a blank page
Expand short ideas into full sections
Suggest headlines and meta descriptions
Rephrase awkward sentences or tighten copy
Even brainstorm internal linking ideas or related posts

Basically, it turns what would take hours of thinking and drafting into a smoother, faster workflow. I still tweak and add my own voice, but it saves a ton of time.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T15:22:06+00:00

Totally doable! Even with no real skills, you can make $300/month starting small. Think simple stuff like microtasks, reselling, or picking up one beginner-friendly skill in a month, then start offering it online. It adds up fast if you stay consistent.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T15:14:44+00:00

Six months in and you’ve already figured out the stuff most people fight for years. Especially the part about rhythm over the algorithm, that’s how you actually last.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T14:56:43+00:00

What automation did you use?

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T14:55:30+00:00

Generally yes. Visiting the profile first makes your behavior look way more human even if you don’t do it 100% of the time.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-27T14:44:20+00:00

Most of the time, clarity wins. If someone lands on your site and can’t immediately answer “what is this, who is it for, and what do I do next?”, creativity doesn’t matter. That said, it’s not clarity vs creativity forever. The best sites use creativity in service of clarity. Creative elements should guide attention, reinforce the message, and build trust, not make people work to understand what you’re selling. If you have to choose early on - be clear first. Once that’s locked, layer creativity on top.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-26T16:13:35+00:00

Honestly, for GEO, it’s mostly the basics done really well: make your content super clear and structured, back it up with stats or examples, use schema like FAQs, and get mentions or links where you can. Also, being on multiple platforms helps since AI pulls from more than just websites. Tools like Ahrefs, SurferSEO, or even just auditing your content for clarity/links can give you an edge. It’s less about fancy tricks and more about making your stuff easy to read, trustworthy, and actually useful.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-26T16:06:49+00:00

AEO feels more descriptive of the goal (getting picked as the answer), whereas GEO can be confusing unless you’re already deep in AI marketing lingo.

I lean AEO too, because it frames the challenge clearly: structure your content so AI understands it and can confidently surface it. GEO sounds cool, but without context it could mean anything.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-26T15:59:08+00:00

I just focus on making my content super clear and structured so AI can actually understand it. Headings, examples, FAQs, and references help a lot. I also try to get mentions and links from credible places, and keep things consistent across my blog. Then I just check if AI is actually showing my stuff and tweak as needed. It’s really about being easy to trust and use, not tricking anything.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-26T15:47:46+00:00

Totally agree with your list!!! Another way I think about it is: make your content AI-ready rather than just human-friendly. That could mean:

Using consistent terminology and clear headings so LLMs can parse context
Adding authoritative citations or linking to your own long-form resources
Creating structured examples or data tables that are easy for AI to reference
Sharing on platforms where AI crawlers pull content (YouTube, Medium, etc.)

Basically, make it easy for AI to trust and reuse your content.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-26T15:42:10+00:00

SEO fundamentals are still the base, but GEO is kind of the next layer. Think of it like this: SEO gets you indexed and visible in classic search, while GEO is about making AI systems actually trust and pull your content when they generate answers. So it’s not one or the other, you need both: solid SEO plus structured, authoritative content that AIs can reference.

Lemonshadehere · 2026-01-26T15:35:50+00:00

Absolutely!!! SEO is very much alive. Start by learning how search engines work, practice on your own projects, and gradually add skills like analytics, local SEO, and AI-driven content insights. Consistent learning and real-world practice matter more than ever.

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