City index studies combine SEO, digital PR, and brand awareness by leveraging data-driven or emotionally engaging content. These listicles often earn authoritative backlinks through “ego bait” and regional pride, boosting Domain Authority and visibility. Success hinges on smart ideation, credible Read more

Link reclamation targets previously removed backlinks to maintain SEO equity and traffic flow. Prioritize “Link Removed” entries in Ahrefs’ lost links report for highest ROI outreach. Confirm the link's relevance and context using Wayback Machine before emailing site owners. Use tools Read more

Email outreach is essential for digital PR, link building, and content promotion—even in a spam-conscious environment. Targeted prospecting and personalization are crucial under new 2024 Google/Yahoo spam guidelines. Use tools like BuzzStream and Hunter.io to streamline contact discovery, Read more

High-authority, relevant backlinks from digital PR campaigns strongly correlate with improved keyword rankings. Google’s leaked documents confirm link quality, internal linking, and freshness influence SEO performance. Campaigns using proprietary data or unique angles boost chances of AI Read more

Keyword-driven digital PR blends SEO goals with pitchable assets for both top- and bottom-funnel impact. Interactive tools and quizzes earn high-authority links while targeting transactional search intent. Visual-led content—especially unique data visualizations—drives broad media coverage Read more

Combine media databases, Google News, and X/Twitter to pinpoint highly relevant journalists by beat and recent coverage. Prioritize assignment editors and reporters when pitching; avoid general newsroom emails unless unavoidable. Use BuzzStream for bulk journalist research, contact discovery, Read more

Combine Google Search with BuzzStream’s Research Lists to uncover both branded and unlinked media mentions efficiently. Set up multiple Talkwalker Alerts per campaign to track coverage in real time with better filtering than Google Alerts. Use Ahrefs and a reverse image search to discover Read more

Irrelevant pitches are the #1 reason journalists reject emails—build lists targeting coverage-specific beats. Google’s 2024 spam rules penalize mass blasts; curated lists support deliverability and personalization. Self-built media lists offer fresher, cheaper, and more relevant contacts Read more

Digital PR earns high-authority backlinks aligned with Google’s Helpful Content guidelines, avoiding penalties from risky link building. Hero content and newsjacking are core digital PR tactics that drive both backlinks and brand visibility. Digital PR enhances topical authority, helping Read more

Segment media pitches by journalist beat; relevance is crucial for securing coverage. Use compelling subject lines and lead with key stats to grab a journalist's attention fast. Structure pitches with a lede, three takeaways, supporting context, and methodology (where applicable). Tailor Read more