Auspire's Blog

News, thoughts and commentary on the digital marketing state-of-play.
Writing SEO blog posts

Do blogs still help SEO?

One of the most common questions we hear being asked with regard to SEO content is “is blogging still a thing?” I’m not referring to blogging as a career or side hustle, but as a strategy for improving a website’s appearance in search results.

In this post I’ll explain our current view on blogging for SEO purposes.

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Schema markup structured data

Is website schema markup important for SEO?

Website schema is a type of structured data that you can add to your website’s HTML code that helps search engines and AI tools better understand the content on your pages. It organises the information into a more machine-readable format, giving search engines more specific context when they analyse your pages.

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Designing landing pages with wireframes

Are you overlooking landing page optimisation?

Getting people to click on your ads is one thing. Getting them to stick around and take action is another. That’s where your landing page does the heavy lifting.

You can have the best ad strategy in the world, but if the page it leads to isn’t clear, fast, and focused then your money is going down the drain.
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PPC advertising asset group creation interface in Google Ads

Why PPC is the ultimate countermeasure to AI overviews

The online advertising landscape is constantly shifting, and with the rise of AI in search results, particularly the introduction of AI Overviews, many companies are finding their traditional digital marketing strategies challenged. It’s a significant shift, and understanding how to respond is crucial for continued online visibility and growth.

While AI brings incredible advancements, it also presents a unique set of hurdles for companies vying for customer attention. This shift isn’t about abandoning existing digital marketing tools. It’s about adapting them and recognising the increasingly vital role of channels such as pay-per-click (PPC) marketing.
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AI robot doing search engine optimisation on a laptop.

The game-changing AI trends in modern SEO

Have you ever wondered if artificial intelligence spells the end for traditional digital marketing strategy? Let’s be honest, there’s a lot of buzz these days about AI trends in digital marketing. You might find yourself asking: “Are these developments practical for our company, or just hype?” The good news is that even if you’re not a tech giant, you can still leverage the power of AI to sharpen your online presence and connect with customers more effectively. In this post, we’ll explore how AI is reshaping digital marketing, what it means for your SEO strategy, and how you can make the most of these evolving tools.
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Fresh Auspire Website

A hard reset, a fresh start

If you look at the date that this post was published, it would be fair to assume that we just got started. Well, not quite.

Auspire was registered as an Australian company in 2003. But recently we decided to start fresh, wiping out all previous content from our blog and social media accounts, and building a brand-new website. This website!
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