034 – Can you do SEO on a Budget?

In this episode, Pete and Jeff discuss how to implement effective SEO strategies even with limited resources. They break down the essential elements of budget-friendly SEO and provide actionable advice for agencies and clients.

Key Topics CoveredSite Speed Optimization

• Best practices for plugin management
• Implementing proper caching and image optimization
• Importance of quality hosting
• Benefits of using WordPress block editor
• Tips for balancing features vs performance

Site Structure

• Setting up proper permalinks
• Creating effective pillar and cluster pages
• Organizing content hierarchically
• Building strategic internal linking
• Avoiding common structural mistakes

Page Structure

• Proper implementation of heading tags (H1-H6)
• Schema markup basics
• XML sitemap setup
• Common heading tag mistakes to avoid

Budget SEO Strategy for Clients

• Creating comprehensive service pages
• Converting customer questions into content
• Building effective internal linking
• Maintaining regular content updates
• Understanding the time vs money investment

Tools Mentioned

• WP Rocket (caching)
• SEOPress Pro
• Meta SEO Inspector (Chrome extension)
• Headings Map (Firefox extension)
• Google Search Console

Need help implementing these strategies? Contact us at hello@seohive.co