How to Do Keyword Research – The Complete Guide 2026
Updated for AI Search (May 2026) TL;DR: Keyword research in 2026 is bifurcated. Google search demand is still measured the classic way — Ahrefs, SEMrush
May 3, 2026
The Agent Notebook
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405 posts on growth, marketing, sales, processes, business, SEO, GEO, and AI agents — written from the operator's seat.
How to Do Link Prospecting for Backlink Building 2026
Link prospecting is the first step in link building: finding relevant, high-quality targets worth pursuing. This guide covers Google operators
Mar 3, 2022
Penji Review: How Does It Work And Who Is It For?
Penji is an unlimited graphic design subscription that pairs you with a dedicated designer — still useful for teams, though AI design tools now compete head-on
Sep 21, 2020
How To Be Super Productive: Killer Productivity Tips 2026
The 80/20 rule still drives everything. Add AI-assisted workflows, async-first communication, and ruthless task triage to run a business, ship content
Mar 9, 2022
The Best SEO Guide For 2026🚀
Updated for AI Search (May 2026) TL;DR: SEO in 2026 still rewards the fundamentals — a clean site, strong internal links, content that answers the query
May 3, 2026
Sponsored Blog Posts: The Ultimate Guide
Sponsored blog posts still work for brand building and link acquisition — if you use rel=sponsored, disclose per FTC rules
Jan 9, 2021
Top 3 Backlink Building Strategies in 2026
Updated for AI Search (May 2026) TL;DR: Backlinks still rank you on Google in 2026 — and the three strategies below still work.
May 3, 2026
7 Ways to Combine Email and Social Media Marketing
Combine email and social media for higher ROI: sync lists to Meta/X custom audiences, run cross-channel retargeting, leverage AI-personalized drip sequences
Nov 23, 2020
Cost Leadership Strategy: A Definitive Guide
Cost leadership means structurally producing at lower cost than rivals — not just pricing low. Here's how Walmart, Costco, IKEA, Temu
Jul 1, 2020
A Guide To The Top Pop-up Ad Strategies That Work
Pop-up ads still convert — commonly 3–9% — when built around exit-intent, scroll depth, and genuine value. This guide covers the strategies that hold up in…
Jun 22, 2023
Ahrefs Vs. Semrush: Which One Is For You?
Ahrefs and Semrush are the two strongest SEO platforms in 2026 — both now track AI Overview and GEO visibility.
Nov 17, 2021
From Concept To Action: BCG Matrix With Examples
The BCG matrix plots your products on a 2×2 of market share vs. growth rate — Stars, Cash Cows, Question Marks, Dogs
Jul 19, 2023