Google Data Leak Clarification via @sejournal, @martinibuster

Over the United States holidays some posts were shared about an alleged leak of Google ranking-related data. The first posts about the leaks focused on “confirming” beliefs that were long-held by Rand Fishkin but not much attention was focused on the context of the information and what it really means. Context Matters: Document AI Warehouse…

Why EQ Is Important At Work (And In SEO)

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is important in our work and personal lives. It helps us manage and resolve conflict and support others with empathy, which in turn helps us build stronger relationships with others. EQ also helps us accept and deliver criticism calmly and be comfortable saying no, which are valuable skills we need at work.…

Instant messaging service ICQ is shutting down after 27 years

One of the oldest, still-running online platforms is finally closing its doors after 27 years. ICQ, a once-popular instant messaging service, announced on Friday via its website that it would be shutting down next month.  “ICQ will stop working from June 26,” reads a message on ICQ.com. “You can chat with friends in VK Messenger,…

The 9 Best Content Calendar Templates For 2024 via @sejournal, @donutcaramel13

Marketers take note: If you want to execute a strong, seamless content strategy, you need a content calendar. Content calendars aren’t just about organizing your upcoming posts; they also help ensure that your content aligns with your strategic goals and maximizes your resources efficiently. Whether you’re managing multiple social platforms or experimenting with various content types, a content calendar provides you with…

Ask A PPC: How Do I Get A Job At A PPC Agency via @sejournal, @navahf

This month’s “Ask A PPC” question is particularly significant because the job market has been quite volatile. “How do I get a job with a PPC agency when I have only worked in-house. What experience would they want?” – Karl Toronto It’s understandable that people want to know which skills employers seek when hiring for…

New Google Search Ads Resemble AI Assistant App via @sejournal, @martinibuster

A keynote at Google’s Marketing Live event showed a new AI-powered visual search results that feature advertisements that engage users within the context of an AI-Assisted search, blurring the line between AI-generated search results and advertisements. Google Lens is a truly helpful app but it becomes unconventional where it blurs the line between an assistant…

Elon Musk’s X will soon remove public likes

X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is preparing for yet another change under its owner Elon Musk that seemingly no user has asked for. According to X’s Director of Engineering Haofei Wang, Musk’s social media platform is preparing to remove public “likes” from users’ profile page. This means that X users will no longer…

Google AIO 24: Threats And Opportunities via @sejournal, @Kevin_Indig

Google I/O 2024 was all about one thing: the launch of AI Overviews (short: AIOs). You might know the Gemini-powered direct answers as AI Snapshots from Google’s public beta environment Search Generative Experience. Now, they’re here, ushering in a new era for Search. Google’s stunning first quarter and the softening of the ChatGPT hype led me to believe that Google had…