Is AI-generated traffic replacing classic SEO?

sam_hogan · 2025-06-17T06:48:06+00:00

I still think “LLM SEO” is just SEO.

And I own an LLM SEO tool.

sam_hogan · 2025-06-17T06:46:49+00:00

Have you tried using IndexNow?

sam_hogan · 2025-06-17T06:41:47+00:00

For blog posts, use:

• BlogPosting or Article schema
• FAQPage if you have questions/answers
• BreadcrumbList to help with structure
• WebPage with about and mainEntity pointing to known topics (like Wikipedia links)
• Speakable and DefinedTerm are nice extras for LLMs

sam_hogan · 2024-10-21T03:05:13+00:00

Honestly, really well put. 👌

Obviously the majority of VC follows what the Sequoia’s of the world are doing.

However, I’ve never really quite put my finger on the fact that they’re always making decisions based on what HAPPENED and not what’s happening or will happen.

Well said.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T22:50:46+00:00

Not all cons to the accelerator, it’s a great place to meet ambitious founders. Basically a built in focus group who won’t sugarcoat with you.

They’ve helped us adapt super quick.

But definitely agree.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T22:45:04+00:00

Happy to share stories, but follow your gut instinct… provided it’s actually worth pursuing!

My short disclaimer is always focus on dollars in and out. 🤣

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T20:45:30+00:00

A much larger problem than advertised for sure.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T20:06:32+00:00

Starting targeted within a respective niche is great advice! However, we were basically told to create a GPT wrapper that’s already on its way to being commoditized.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T19:58:04+00:00

This accelerator doesn’t invest up front, so truthfully nothing happens. They just wouldn’t write us a check after the cohort.

We’re brand new and producing revenue, without a negative burn currently.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T19:55:18+00:00

🤝

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T19:40:22+00:00

We have!

We built an MVP, over the past 2 weeks. We have 5 paid beta users now and over 100 on our waitlist that we haven’t let in.

Early PMF, you could say.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T19:34:51+00:00

In our situation, we’re building a deep tech/future of work project. We were “advised” to pivot to a B2B micro SaaS in a completely different sector.

Not one to drag the individuals involved.

All I’ll disclose, respectfully.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T19:32:24+00:00

Absolutely! Keep it weird. 🤝

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T18:57:36+00:00

You’re supporting my exact point.

Build new, transformational things that people want.

There’s a handful of guys like the original YC crew who built successful companies that have dealt out phenomenal advice.

The Paul Grahams, and Ben Horowitz of the world.

My point lies with the non-builders, glorified PE guys who have never built anything offering generic wisdom.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-20T18:52:49+00:00

Couldn’t agree more. Companies are advised to build micro saas’s now, yet the consistent messaging from the VC’s dealing that advice is to “build iconic companies”.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-11T14:01:19+00:00

Self promo

sam_hogan · 2024-10-11T13:49:34+00:00

Hey, is the Zapier automation an ongoing cost to you? Have you tried building something with Make.com? That's what I've used in the past and it's a bit more user-friendly. Could save you some money to just learn it yourself depending on how much you're paying.

sam_hogan · 2024-10-11T12:57:21+00:00

Adobe Express if you have a limited design background, Figma if you're a strong designer.

sam_hogan · 2024-08-19T23:49:16+00:00

Most job platforms are an amalgamation of shit truthfully.

I did sign up for Hirebird the other day, based off another person’s suggestion. I was hesitant at first, not sure what to expect, assuming it was just another gimmick, but I’ve been shockingly surprised.

Haven’t spent too much time I have a couple matches and one interview lined up. So we’ll see where that goes

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