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Webinar: AI for SEO and Content Marketing in Online Directories

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AI for Content Marketing and SEO

In the digital landscape, online directories have become indispensable resources for users seeking specific products, services, or information. However, with countless directories vying for attention, it is crucial for businesses to ensure their listings stand out and are easily discoverable. Search engine optimization (SEO) plays a pivotal role in maximizing visibility and driving organic traffic to directories. With the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI), businesses can take their SEO efforts to new heights. In this blog post, we will explore the remarkable ways in which AI can revolutionize SEO in online directories.

In this webinar, the eDirectory CEO James Chubb and the marketing discuss the current panorama of the use of AI on online directories and what are the options to harness the power of content marketing to make your website benefit in SEO strategies.

Content Optimization with AI

Creating compelling and relevant content is essential for SEO success. AI empowers businesses to optimize their content in a more efficient and effective manner. Natural Language Processing (NLP) algorithms analyze the context, sentiment, and relevancy of content, providing valuable insights. AI-powered tools can suggest improvements, highlight areas for enhancement, and ensure the content aligns with the latest SEO best practices.

Webinar: AI for SEO and Content Marketing in Online Directories

 

Conclusion

In the ever-evolving landscape of online directories, AI has emerged as a powerful ally in optimizing SEO efforts. By harnessing the power of AI, businesses can uncover hidden keywords, optimize content for improved visibility, and enhance user experiences. As AI technology continues to advance, embracing its potential becomes essential for staying ahead of the competition.

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This session was recorded on May 18th, 2023.

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Webinar: SEO For Online Directories

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SEO for Online Directories

Our webinar on “SEO for Online Directories” provided valuable insights into the world of search engine optimization (SEO) and its importance for online directories. We discussed various techniques and strategies that can be used to improve the visibility of online directories on search engines and attract more visitors.

We began by introducing the two main types of SEO: on-page and off-page. On-page SEO includes techniques used to optimize the content and structure of a website, such as incorporating keywords, creating friendly URLs, and optimizing meta descriptions and title tags. Off-page SEO, on the other hand, focuses on external factors like backlinks and social media presence.

In terms of off-page SEO, we discussed the importance of structured data using Schema.org and lazy loading for faster loading times of images and media. Structured data helps search engines understand the content of a website, which can lead to rich snippets being displayed in search results. This provides more information to potential visitors and can increase click-through rates.

We then moved on to on-page SEO techniques, which include the use of various types of keywords. Short-tail keywords like “shoes” are broad search terms, while long-tail keywords like “men’s leather shoes” are more specific phrases. Geo-targeted keywords, such as “best pizza in New York City,” are location-based and can be useful for local online directories.

Webinar: SEO For Online Directories

Other important on-page SEO techniques we discussed include creating friendly URLs, optimizing meta descriptions and title tags, and using general text and images to provide depth and density to the content. Images should also have alt names to improve accessibility and to provide additional information to search engines.

We also highlighted the role of coding in a website’s SEO. Clean and efficient code can help search engines crawl and index a website more easily, which can improve its overall ranking. Additionally, using the Webp image format can improve loading times and overall user experience, which can indirectly improve SEO.

In conclusion, our webinar on “SEO for Online Directories” provided a comprehensive overview of the various techniques and strategies that can be used to improve the visibility of online directories on search engines. By implementing these techniques, online directories can attract more visitors and increase their overall success.

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This session was recorded on April 19th, 2023.

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Webinar: Meet the new eDirectory 13.2

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We are thrilled to introduce you to the latest version of eDirectory, version 13.2. eDirectory is an essential tool for businesses and individuals alike who want to create and manage online directories, classifieds, and membership-based websites with ease. With version 13.2, we have introduced new features and enhancements that will elevate your online presence and give you a competitive edge.

One of the most significant new features is the widget for headers with image sliders. This feature allows you to add a dynamic visual element to your website’s header, making it more engaging and eye-catching. You can use this feature to showcase your best content, products, or services and attract more visitors to your site.

We have also introduced the featured items widget, which allows you to highlight specific items or services on your website. This feature can help increase sales and drive more traffic to your site by giving users an easy way to find and purchase what they are looking for.

But the most significant innovation in this version of eDirectory is the improved SEO center. Search engine optimization (SEO) is critical for any website looking to attract organic traffic, and we have made it easier than ever to optimize your site for search engines.

By taking advantage of these new features, you can improve the user experience on your website and help your advertisers get more visibility and traffic to their businesses. Watch the webinar now and discover how eDirectory version 13.2 can take your online presence to the next level.

Webinar: Meet the new eDirectory 13.2

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This session was recorded on March 22nd, 2022.

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Webinar: Make your Online Directory Smarter with the eDirectory Plugins

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Make your Online Directory Smarter with the eDirectory Plugins

Online directories are a great way to bring together a community of users and create a comprehensive list of businesses or services in a specific area. However, to make your directory stand out and keep users engaged, you need to incorporate smart features that enhance the user experience. That’s where eDirectory plugins come in. In this webinar, we’ll explore how you can make your online directory smarter with the help of eDirectory plugins.

What are eDirectory Plugins?

eDirectory is a popular platform for creating and managing online directories. It offers a wide range of plugins that you can use to add functionality to your directory. These plugins are designed to enhance the user experience and improve many aspects of your online directory. This is a brief list of some of eDirectory’s most important plugins:

  • Instant messaging
  • Tailored Google Maps
  • Advanced Review
  • Leads Distribution
  • Market Selection
  • Geo-Targeted Banner Ads
  • Modal Widget (Popups)
  • Google Translate
  • Forum/Q&A
  • Yelp Integration

And many other implementations that you can find in the eDirectory marketplace.

Webinar: Make your Online Directory Smarter with the eDirectory Plugins

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This session was recorded on March 08th, 2022.

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Webinar: Marketing Conversion Goals for Directories

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Marketing Conversion Goals for Directories

For directories, conversion goals are crucial to track and measuring the success of your marketing efforts. These goals help you to identify the actions your users take on your website that ultimately lead to a conversion, such as a purchase, a subscription, or a lead submission. In this article, we will explore how to set up and track conversion goals in Google Analytics for directories and how to export the goals report for further analysis.

Setting up Conversion Goals in Google Analytics

Before setting up conversion goals in Google Analytics, you need to have a clear understanding of your business objectives and the actions you want your users to take on your website. Once you have identified your goals, follow these steps to set them up in Google Analytics:

  1. Sign in to your Google Analytics account and select the website you want to set up conversion goals for.
  2. Click on the Admin button in the bottom left corner of the screen.
  3. Under the View column, click on Goals.
  4. Click on the New Goal button and choose the type of goal you want to create, such as Destination, Duration, Pages/Screens per Session, or Event.
  5. Fill in the details of your goal, such as the destination URL, the duration or pages/screens per session, or the event details.
  6. Click on Create Goal to save your goal.

Exporting the Goals Report in Google Analytics

Once you have set up your conversion goals in Google Analytics, you can export the Goals report to track and analyze the performance of your goals over time. Follow these steps to export the Goals report:

  1. Sign in to your Google Analytics account and select the website you want to export the Goals report for.
  2. Click on the Reporting tab at the top of the screen.
  3. Click on Conversions in the left-hand menu and then click on Goals.
  4. Choose the goal you want to export the report for and click on it.
  5. Click on the Export button in the top right corner of the screen and choose the format you want to export the report in, such as PDF, CSV, or Excel.
  6. Save the exported report to your computer.

Wrapping up

Tracking and measuring your conversion goals is essential to the success of your directory website. By setting up conversion goals in Google Analytics and exporting the Goals report, you can gain valuable insights into the behavior of your users and optimize your website accordingly.

Webinar: Marketing Conversion Goals for Directories

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This session was recorded on February 22th, 2022.

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Webinar: Creating a Coming Soon Page for your Online Directory Website

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Creating a Coming Soon Page

If you’re in the process of launching an online business directory website, it’s important to create a “coming soon” page to collect email addresses for potential users and subscribers. In this webinar, we’ll walk you through the steps of creating a coming soon page for your online directory website.

Step 1: Choose a Platform

When starting an online directory website, one of the first things you’ll need to do is choose a platform on which to build your site. There are a variety of options available, each with its own pros and cons, but one of the most popular choices among directory website owners is eDirectory.

eDirectory is a powerful and versatile platform that offers a wide range of features and tools to help you create a professional and user-friendly online directory. With eDirectory, you’ll have access to a visual editor that makes it easy to customize the look and feel of your site, as well as a control panel that allows you to manage and organize your content with ease.

Step 2: Choose a Design

Once you’ve chosen a platform, it’s time to choose a design for your coming soon page. There are a variety of templates available, or you can create a custom design. Keep in mind that the design should be simple, clean, and easy to navigate. It’s also important to include a clear call to action (e.g., “Sign up for updates” or “Be the first to know when we launch”). We show in detail how to explore eDirectory’s Page Editor to create and publish a Coming Soon page.

Step 3: Add Content

The next step is to add content to your coming soon page. This should include a brief description of your online directory, what users can expect, and any features or benefits you plan to offer. It’s also important to include a form for users to sign up for updates or to be notified when the site launches.

This is not a mandatory step, but if you feel like your website will benefit from a further explanation of what people should expect, go for it.

Step 4: Test and Launch

Before launching your coming soon page, it’s important to test it to ensure that it is functioning properly and that there are no errors. Once you’ve done that, it’s time to launch your page and start promoting it.

Creating a coming soon page for your online directory website is an important step in the launch process. It’s a great way to generate excitement, build anticipation, and collect email addresses for potential users and subscribers. By following these steps, you’ll be able to create a coming soon page that is effective and generates results.

Webinar: Creating a Coming Soon Page for your Online Directory Website

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This session was recorded on January 25th, 2022.

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Webinar: The Online Directory Business Model

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The Online Directory Business Model

If you are considering starting an internet business, but you are not sure if an online directory is a viable option for you, we’ve prepared a presentation to explain the do’s and don’ts of this tried and tested approach.

The purpose of online business directories is to assist people in making informed purchases. For example, a guide for restaurants in a certain region, or a wedding business-related online directory with suppliers, locations, service providers, or any other niche you could think of.

This type of website is in use since the nineties, if you think of well-known listings-based websites such as Craigslist or Yelp, you are talking about online business directories. These types of websites take their value propositions from two main factors: offering curated content in the form of listings of products or services, articles or events for their audience, while taking advantage of user generated content in the form of reviews.

As the online business directory website gains more and more traction in search engines like Google, it is likely that more sponsors will join the website and more users will consume products and services. This is a vital part of the monitazion methods where the online directory owner can offer banner ad spaces, membership levels and other ways of making the website profitable.

So stay tuned and join us for this week’s presentation and, also, don’t forget to check the related material listed below.

Webinar: The Online Directory Business Model

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This session was recorded on November 2nd, 2022.

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Webinar: The eDirectory Apps

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The eDirectory Apps

With the release of the new eDirectory version 13.1, the suite of eDirectory apps became even more powerful. The new App was built using a Google technology named Flutter which delivers improved performance and visual consistency on different platforms.

The new technology was combined with a new design to make the eDirectory App look fresh and current. It took the eDirectory team months of research and prototyping to get to the final product: an app that’s fast and looks great on any device.

We were joined by Fernando Nascimento, product manager for eDirectory. In this webinar, he will describe in detail the eDirectory App’s main features, to help you understand what it can do for your business.

These are the main new features of the eDirectory app:

  • Listing template design
  • Exclusive content
  • Stories
  • Deals
  • Banners
  • Custom home screens
  • Sliders
  • Inbox messages
  • Apple ID login

The eDirectory Apps

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This session was recorded on October 19th, 2022.

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Webinar: Building a top-notch Local Search Site

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Building a top-notch Local Search Site

Creating a local search site will help you unite your community around the best businesses and services offered in your town – with the added benefit of being able to generate recurring revenue.

Make sure you include as much content as you can, with both breadth and depth: e.g. as many listings, services, and classifieds as possible, and depth, which is how strong your listing’s content is, with comprehensive descriptions, very good photos, a video, features, hours, map, social media feeds, and so on.

If you happen to live in a big city, the quantity of content you can find might be overwhelming, so curation is the key to having a relevant local search site. Members (and new users) are drawn to content that is well-done and informative.

Define your target such as residents, tourists, and retirees so you can include relevant content for each one of these audiences. They will have different interests and will look for a variety of services and products on your website. Make sure to work keywords and SEO in your listings so your local search site can be ranked on search engines like Google.

In this week’s webinar, we went through the best practices and strategies to launch your own local search site with eDirectory including strategy and a hands-on demonstration. Enjoy this session.

Building a top-notch Local Search Site

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This session was recorded on October 5th, 2022.

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Webinar: Optimize your Conversion Rates

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Optimize your Conversion RatesCRO (Conversion rate optimization) is the process of optimizing web pages based on visitor’s behavior to maximize conversion rates, which means increasing the chances that visitors will take the desired actions on your site, such as form submissions, downloads, newsletter subscriptions, clicks, and other.

In order to optimize a website, there are two main elements to consider:

  1.  Design – How visitors will perceive the content they are searching for.
  2.  Copy – This is the text that will capture the visitor’s attention and will persuade them to take action.

For directory-based websites, you must also think about two verticals of optimization:

  1.   Conversion for visitors – drive them to premium content.
  2.   Conversion for advertisers – drive them to sign up for a plan.

In this week’s webinar, the eDirectory marketing team shared strategies on how to optimize conversion rates through data analysis and conducting multiple tests, tweaking content to make it more relevant to visitors, and drawing appropriate conclusions from the data.

Optimize your Conversion Rates

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This session was recorded on August 24th, 2022.

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