SEO for Beginners: My Personal Journey & Key Takeaways
How I Started Learning SEO from Scratch SEO always seemed like some tech wizardry that only experts could master. I thought you needed expensive courses and paid tools to learn it. But one day, I decided to prove myself wrong. Instead of waiting for the “perfect time,” I jumped in—starting with my uncle’s astrology website to practice SEO. No fancy strategies, just trial and error! (P.S. If you’re curious about how I first got into digital marketing, check out my previous blog: https://bit.ly/4iks8JK ) Step 1: Understanding SEO (Without Overcomplicating It) I began by asking the basics: What is SEO? How does Google rank websites ? Why do keywords matter? To find answers, I read Moz’s SEO guide , watched Neil Patel’s YouTube videos , and explored Ahrefs blogs —learning that SEO isn’t just about ranking but about providing value . Step 2: Practicing SEO on a Real Website Theory wasn’t enough, so I built my uncle’s website and tested everything: ✔ Op...