In April 2003 I wrote an article called “The 10 Minute Optimization” which outlined a 10 minute process to optimize a web page for top search engine rankings. Well, a few things have changed since then so I thought a redux (revision) would be a good idea. How I am going to do this though, is a bit unorthodox. This document is largely still pertinent so instead of rewriting the same SEO tips I reproduced the article (the boxed content) and added a revision section below each point wherever necessary; ultimately bringing this up to date with today’s SEO tactics.
The result of my work is “The Ten Minute Optimization Redux“, an article-turned SEO tips white paper which is 3600 words in length and will arm my readers with a concept of what it takes to get top rankings and optimize a webpage themselves. Now a word of warning… this white paper is not meant for veteran SEO’s or advanced SEO’s; it is strictly meant to bring business owners up to speed on the latest search engine tactics and the current standards of web page optimization. The following is a table of contents for this white paper.
1. Introduction
2. Setting the Stage
A) Determine Your Targets (Updated for 2006 with new tips)
B) Design – Is Your Page Memorable? (Updated for 2006 with new tips)
C) Spot Check for Relevancy (Updated for 2006 with new tips)
3. The Ten Minute Process – With 2006 Revisions
> Spot Check for Spam
> Polish and Optimize Text
> Optimize the Title
> META Tags (Updated for 2006 with a new tip)
> Navigation… Provide Clear Paths
> Test and Spell-Check (Updated for 2006 with a new tip)
> Hurry Up and Wait (Updated for 2006 with new tips)
4. Link Building – NEW SEO Tips!
Three sure-fire methods to build links to your website.
5. The After Thoughts – NEW SEO Tips!
Links to pertinent articles that are recommended reading and provide more tips and advice from veteran SEO’s.
6. Conclusion
Tying it all up.
Read our SEO tips white paper now – it is entirely free!