{"id":13275,"date":"2025-06-13T21:50:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T21:50:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/"},"modified":"2025-06-13T21:50:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T21:50:04","slug":"search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Search Everywhere Optimization Guide (+ Free Checklist)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine you\u2019re looking for after shave oil.<\/p>\n<p>You type a few keywords into Amazon. A brand called Truly Beauty pops up. You\u2019ve never heard of them.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Amazon \u2013 After shave oil \u2013 Truly \u2013 Results\" alt=\"Amazon \u2013 After shave oil \u2013 Truly \u2013 Results\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.1928571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/amazon-after-shave-oil-truly-results-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>So you go to YouTube to find the \u201cbest after shave oil\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>At the top of the results, someone has reviewed Truly Beauty\u2019s product.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"YouTube \u2013 Best after shave oil \u2013 Results\" alt=\"YouTube \u2013 Best after shave oil \u2013 Results\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.98571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/youtube-best-after-shave-oil-results.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Okay, interesting\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s stay on YouTube. Next, you type \u201ctruly beauty after shave oil\u201d into the search.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"YouTube \u2013 Truly Beauty after shave oil \u2013 Results\" alt=\"YouTube \u2013 Truly Beauty after shave oil \u2013 Results\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.5442857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/youtube-truly-beauty-after-shave-oil-results-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>What the? The whole page has people reviewing Truly Beauty products!<\/p>\n<p>Is this brand legitimate, or are all these ads in disguise?<\/p>\n<p>Time to go to Reddit to get some unfiltered opinions.<\/p>\n<p>You search for \u201cafter shave oil reviews reddit\u201d and notice that once again, Truly Beauty shows up in the results.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Google SERP \u2013 After shave oil reviews Reddit\" alt=\"Google SERP \u2013 After shave oil reviews Reddit\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.72142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/google-serp-after-shave-oil-reviews-reddit.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Sure enough, other people share your skepticism. But there\u2019s some positive feedback too.<\/p>\n<p>You decide to give them a try.<\/p>\n<p>This kind of journey happens millions of times every day \u2014 across every industry, on every platform.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Side note:<\/strong> I run a men\u2019s apparel brand, but I often research women\u2019s beauty. It\u2019s insanely competitive and usually way ahead in digital strategy.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re in SEO, there\u2019s a clear takeaway here:<\/p>\n<p><strong>You\u2019re not just optimizing for Google anymore.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You need to show up across the entire decision-making journey. Wherever your audience searches, scrolls, or compares.<\/p>\n<p>This is exactly what Truly Beauty figured out.<\/p>\n<p>They didn\u2019t just optimize for Google. They built visibility across the entire search ecosystem. Amazon for discovery. YouTube for social proof. Reddit for authentic reviews.<\/p>\n<p>And it\u2019s working amazingly well.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll break down how to optimize your brand for how people actually search today. With concrete examples. Including Truly Beauty\u2019s strategy.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Free resource:<\/strong> To make things easier, I\u2019ve created a <a title=\"SXO checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1l-ONqFnAVoa-L320cUANe9thEfEQuJt4tP-QsK7I3H4\/copy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">checklist<\/a> to track your progress<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s start with what\u2019s really happening here.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#The_New_Reality_Search_Everywhere_Optimization\" >The New Reality: Search Everywhere Optimization<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Two_Core_Areas_of_Search_Everywhere_Optimization\" >Two Core Areas of Search Everywhere Optimization<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Managed_Experiences\" >Managed Experiences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Earned_and_Influenced_Experiences\" >Earned and Influenced Experiences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#How_Search_Everywhere_Optimization_Builds_on_Traditional_SEO\" >How Search Everywhere Optimization Builds on Traditional SEO<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_1_Define_Your_Search_Personas\" >Step 1: Define Your Search Personas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Start_with_Real_People\" >Start with Real People<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Loop_in_Sales_and_Support\" >Loop in Sales and Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Layer_in_Data\" >Layer in Data<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_2_Map_the_Full_Search_Journey\" >Step 2: Map the Full Search Journey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_3_Identify_Gaps_and_Prioritize_Touchpoints\" >Step 3: Identify Gaps and Prioritize Touchpoints<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_4_Build_a_Content_Plan_Aligned_with_Search_Intent\" >Step 4: Build a Content Plan Aligned with Search Intent<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Improve_Your_Existing_Content\" >Improve Your Existing Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Create_New_Content\" >Create New Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Repurpose_Content\" >Repurpose Content<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_5_Optimize_Owned_Touchpoints\" >Step 5: Optimize Owned Touchpoints<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Improve_Site_Performance\" >Improve Site Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Add_Trust_Elements\" >Add Trust Elements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Clean_Up_Structure_and_Layout\" >Clean Up Structure and Layout<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_6_Strengthen_Your_Presence_Across_Discovery_Channels\" >Step 6: Strengthen Your Presence Across Discovery Channels<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Optimize_Your_Profiles\" >Optimize Your Profiles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Engage_with_Followers\" >Engage with Followers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Collaborate_with_Trusted_Voices\" >Collaborate with Trusted Voices<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Step_7_Monitor_Measure_and_Optimize\" >Step 7: Monitor, Measure, and Optimize<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/craighordlow.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/13\/search-everywhere-optimization-guide-free-checklist\/#Ready_to_Improve_Every_Search_Touchpoint\" >Ready to Improve Every Search Touchpoint?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_New_Reality_Search_Everywhere_Optimization\"><\/span>The New Reality: Search Everywhere Optimization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What Truly Beauty did isn\u2019t luck. It\u2019s strategy.<\/p>\n<p>They understood something most brands still miss:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Search has changed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Today\u2019s customers don\u2019t follow a clean, Google-only path. They bounce from TikTok to YouTube, Reddit to Amazon, back to Google, then maybe ChatGPT for one last check.<\/p>\n<p>Credit where it\u2019s due: Rand Fishkin captured this evolution perfectly in <a href=\"https:\/\/sparktoro.com\/blog\/its-still-seo-search-everywhere-optimization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">his recent post<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Search Everywhere Optimization is about helping people find, evaluate, and trust your brand across every platform where discovery happens. That includes Google \u2014 but also YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, Amazon, LinkedIn, and even AI tools like ChatGPT.<\/p>\n<p>Every one of those platforms can shape a decision. Miss one? You risk losing the customer to someone who showed up where you didn\u2019t.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"How People Search in 2025\" alt=\"How People Search in 2025\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.69285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/how-people-search-in-2025.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Your job isn\u2019t just to rank on Google.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s to help people find, evaluate, and trust your brand <em>everywhere<\/em> they search.<\/p>\n<p>Some call this omnichannel SEO, cross-platform optimization, AEO (Answer Engine Optimization), or GEO (Generative Engine Optimization).<\/p>\n<p>The way I see it:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Search Everywhere Optimization.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Because the search journey now includes everything from YouTube Shorts to AI summaries.<\/p>\n<p>And your job is to build visibility, credibility, and conversion power across it all.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not just about being found.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s about being trusted. On every platform where decisions happen.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s what makes Search Everywhere Optimization different \u2014 it evolves SEO beyond a siloed tactic into a full-funnel growth strategy.<\/p>\n<p>So, you\u2019re not just optimizing pages anymore.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re shaping how people find, evaluate, and trust what you offer across every stage of the journey, on every platform they turn to for answers.<\/p>\n<p>Done right, Search Everywhere Optimization helps you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Show up on high-engagement platforms where decisions start<\/li>\n<li>Create content that resonates in the right format and context<\/li>\n<li>Build trust through experience \u2014 design, messaging, and credibility<\/li>\n<li>Turn search moments into conversions, leads, or long-term users<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"modern-search-journey-seo\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.59\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/modern-search-journey-seo.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\"><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>That\u2019s the shift:<\/p>\n<p>From rankings to relevance. From clicks to action. From Google-only to everywhere that matters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Two_Core_Areas_of_Search_Everywhere_Optimization\"><\/span>Two Core Areas of Search Everywhere Optimization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To make Search Everywhere Optimization work, you need to understand where your audience is discovering products.<\/p>\n<p>And how much control you have over those moments.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s where this framework comes in.<\/p>\n<p>We divide the modern search experience into two key areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Managed experiences<\/strong> \u2014 where you control the content and presentation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Influenced experiences<\/strong> \u2014 where others shape the narrative, but your brand still shows up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This distinction helps you prioritize efforts across platforms you own\u2026 and platforms where you earn visibility.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"2-core-pillars-seo\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.75142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/2-core-pillars-seo.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\"><\/p><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Managed_Experiences\"><\/span>Managed Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>These are touchpoints you can directly control.<\/p>\n<p>Your website is still your most important owned asset. But you also manage your social media profiles, product listings, app store pages, and more.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Pinterest \u2013 Truly Beauty\" alt=\"Pinterest \u2013 Truly Beauty\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.89714285714286\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pinterest-truly-beauty.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>This is where things gets tactical. You\u2019re shaping the journey with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engaging content<\/li>\n<li>Clear messaging<\/li>\n<li>Cohesive visuals<\/li>\n<li>Optimized flows and CTAs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On your website, you can go even deeper \u2014 refining structure, page speed, copy, and trust signals.<\/p>\n<p>The goal? Deliver a fast, credible, and conversion-ready experience every time someone finds you through search.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earned_and_Influenced_Experiences\"><\/span>Earned and Influenced Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s talk about where you don\u2019t control the narrative.<\/p>\n<p>These are the moments shaped by others: customers, creators, communities, algorithms.<\/p>\n<p>Earned and influenced experiences are touchpoints you don\u2019t directly control.<\/p>\n<p>But they still shape how people perceive and trust your brand.<\/p>\n<p>This includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Customer reviews<\/li>\n<li>Reddit threads<\/li>\n<li>YouTube mentions<\/li>\n<li>Third-party comparisons<\/li>\n<li>AI-generated responses in tools like ChatGPT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Illuminate Labs \u2013 Blog Health \u2013 Truly Beauty review\" alt=\"Illuminate Labs \u2013 Blog Health \u2013 Truly Beauty review\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.79142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/illuminatelabs-blog-health-truly-beauty-review.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>You can\u2019t control these spaces\u2026 but you can influence them.<\/p>\n<p>Search Everywhere Optimization is about increasing your visibility, credibility, and perceived value in places you don\u2019t own.<\/p>\n<p>That might mean:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engaging in relevant conversations<\/li>\n<li>Encouraging customer reviews<\/li>\n<li>Partnering with trusted voices<\/li>\n<li>Publishing helpful content that others cite<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Truly Beauty does this well. Their TikTok is a managed asset. The brand controls the content, caption, and messaging.<\/p>\n<p>This isn\u2019t about control. It\u2019s more about visibility, relevance, and credibility in places people already go to decide.<\/p>\n<p>Luckily, you can help shape perception through <a title=\"10 Ways to Create Helpful Content + Examples and Checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/helpful-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">helpful content<\/a>, real engagement, and clear value.<\/p>\n<p>You can pay influencers to review and interact with your product, publish high-quality guest posts. So, you don\u2019t have full control over them, but you can light the fire.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Truly Beauty has a strong presence across owned and earned\/influenced platforms.<\/p>\n<p>This includes the brand\u2019s official TikTok account, an owned experience.<\/p>\n<p>The brand controls the content, caption, and messaging.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"TikTok account \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Mobile\" alt=\"TikTok account \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Mobile\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.88857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tiktok-account-trulybeauty-mobile.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>But when someone searches for Truly on TikTok and sees unsponsored reviews? That\u2019s an influenced experience.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"TikTok \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Search\" alt=\"TikTok \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Search\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.3985714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tiktok-trulybeauty-search-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Both matter. Because both shape how people perceive your brand.<\/p>\n<p>Search Everywhere Optimization ensures you show up in both worlds (managed and influenced) so you\u2019re part of the journey no matter where it happens.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Search_Everywhere_Optimization_Builds_on_Traditional_SEO\"><\/span>How Search Everywhere Optimization Builds on Traditional SEO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Traditional SEO has mostly focused on one thing \u2014 ranking on search engines like Google.<\/p>\n<p>That still matters.<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s no longer enough.<\/p>\n<p>Search Everywhere Optimization expands your SEO strategy beyond Google to include every platform where people search, compare, and decide.<\/p>\n<p>So instead of optimizing just for rankings\u2026<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re optimizing the entire discovery journey.<\/p>\n<p>This shift doesn\u2019t replace SEO. It levels it up.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"search-ecosystem\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.75142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/search-ecosystem.png\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\"><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Here\u2019s how they work together:<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-primary table-striped table-hover\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\"><\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Traditional<br \/>\nSEO<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Search Everywhere Optimization<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"strong\" scope=\"row\" data-before=\"\">Primary Goal<\/td>\n<td data-before=\"SEO\">Drive qualified traffic from Google and other search engines<\/td>\n<td data-before=\"SXO\">Help people find, evaluate, and take action across platforms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"strong\" scope=\"row\" data-before=\"\">Tactics<\/td>\n<td data-before=\"SEO\">Focus on content, keywords, backlinks, and technical fixes<\/td>\n<td data-before=\"SXO\">Tailor messaging and format to each platform and stage of the journey<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"strong\" scope=\"row\" data-before=\"\">Performance Metrics<\/td>\n<td data-before=\"SEO\">Metrics include rankings, impressions, CTR, and conversions<\/td>\n<td data-before=\"SXO\">Metrics include engagement, watch time, scroll depth, reviews, and cross-platform performance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Think of it this way:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Traditional SEO gets you found on Google<\/li>\n<li>Search Everywhere Optimization gets you chosen \u2014 everywhere<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you combine both, you create a strategy that moves with your audience.<\/p>\n<p>Across platforms. Across formats. Across every step of their journey.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Define_Your_Search_Personas\"><\/span>Step 1: Define Your Search Personas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Creating search personas lets you outline what your ideal audience wants and needs, and what drives their decisions.<\/p>\n<p>This helps you design content and experiences based on real search behavior, rather than assumptions.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Creating search persona\" alt=\"Creating search persona\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.66571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/creating-search-persona.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-tip.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Already have marketing personas? Add a \u201cSearch Behavior\u201d section to show how your audience searches, discovers, and evaluates solutions online.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-tip.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_with_Real_People\"><\/span>Start with Real People<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before you can build your personas, you need real-world insights.<\/p>\n<p>Go straight to the source by asking existing customers questions like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How they found you<\/li>\n<li>What made them trust you<\/li>\n<li>What they needed before taking action<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tools like <a title=\"Typeform\" href=\"https:\/\/www.typeform.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Typeform<\/a> let you create and distribute surveys.<\/p>\n<p>Start with their ready-to-use consumer behavior templates to make the process fast and easy.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Typeform \u2013 Survey template\" alt=\"Typeform \u2013 Survey template\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.70285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/typeform-survey-template.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Loop_in_Sales_and_Support\"><\/span>Loop in Sales and Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No one knows buyer questions better than your frontline team.<\/p>\n<p>Ask them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What <a title=\"What Are SEO Keywords: Find Them &amp; Rank Better\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/hub\/seo\/seo-keywords\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">keywords<\/a> or phrases do people use when they reach out?<\/li>\n<li>Which platforms drive user discovery?<\/li>\n<li>What\u2019s unclear or confusing before people convert?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This input gives you practical insights you can\u2019t get from keyword tools alone.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Layer_in_Data\"><\/span>Layer in Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tools like Semrush\u2019s <a title=\"Traffic &amp; Market Toolkit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/analytics\/traffic\/demographics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Traffic &amp; Market Toolkit<\/a> let you analyze your target market\u2019s demographics.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n<p>Enter your domain and up to four competitors\u2019 domains.<\/p>\n<p>Click \u201c<strong>Analyze<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Competitors\" alt=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Competitors\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.55571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traffic-analytics-trulybeauty-competitors.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>View the \u201c<strong>Audience<\/strong>\u201d report to get a breakdown of unique visitors to each domain by age and sex.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Demographics \u2013 Audience\" alt=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Demographics \u2013 Audience\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.54571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traffic-analytics-trulybeauty-demographics-audience.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Then, scroll to the \u201cGeo Distribution\u201d report to see an overview of visits and unique visitors by country.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Geo Distribution\" alt=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Geo Distribution\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.43285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traffic-analytics-truly-beauty-geo-distribution.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Next, click \u201c<strong>Audience Overlap<\/strong>\u201d to learn about your audience\u2019s online habits.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Audience Overlap\" alt=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Audience Overlap\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.87571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traffic-analytics-trulybeauty-audience-overlap.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Including their most-visited domains. This gives you insights into their preferences, pain points, and needs.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Visited domains\" alt=\"Traffic Analytics \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Visited domains\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.83428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traffic-analytics-truly-beauty-visited-domains.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve gathered your data, organize everything into a clean visual persona.<\/p>\n<p>Free tools like Semrush\u2019s <a title=\"Free Buyer Persona Templates and Builder\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/persona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">persona builder<\/a> make this easy.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Semrush \u2013 Persona Wizard\" alt=\"Semrush \u2013 Persona Wizard\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.95857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/semrush-persona-wizard.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Or just use a doc or spreadsheet \u2014 whatever helps you capture the key insights clearly.<\/p>\n<p>By the end, you should know:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What your audience is trying to solve when they search<\/li>\n<li>What blocks or gaps slow them down<\/li>\n<li>What type of content or format resonates most<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These insights give you a clear picture of who your searchers are and what matters to them.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> You can create multiple personas if your product serves more than one audience. For example, a beginner and a power user won\u2019t search the same way or want the same content.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Map_the_Full_Search_Journey\"><\/span>Step 2: Map the Full Search Journey<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Map how each search persona moves from discovery to decision across platforms, questions, and content types.<\/p>\n<p>We want to start by breaking the journey into three simple stages.<\/p>\n<p>Quick note:<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m showing these stages as a linear progression for simplicity. Real search journeys usually aren\u2019t straightforward.<\/p>\n<p>Users frequently jump between platforms and stages, circling back and moving forward unpredictably. This framework simply helps organize our understanding of the core phases searchers experience.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Journey 1\" alt=\"Journey 1\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.56\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/journey-1.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Discover:<\/strong> This is when someone first realizes a need or problem and starts looking for ideas, inspiration, or possible solutions<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compare:<\/strong> At this stage, they evaluate their options, which involves comparing features, reading reviews, or checking alternatives to decide what fits best<\/li>\n<li><strong>Act:<\/strong> This is when they\u2019re ready to take action. Including making a purchase, signing up, booking a service, or taking the next step.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Expand this journey into more stages and variations as needed.<\/p>\n<p>Like awareness, consideration, evaluation, or post-purchase.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Journey 2\" alt=\"Journey 2\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.64428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/journey-2.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>For simplicity, we\u2019ll stick with three core stages.<\/p>\n<p>Then, for each stage, identify:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What they search for<\/li>\n<li>Where they go to find answers<\/li>\n<li>What content format they expect<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let\u2019s say we\u2019re mapping the search journey of a shopper discovering Truly Beauty.<\/p>\n<p>A user might first come across this brand when searching for \u201cbest after shave oil\u201d on TikTok.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"TikTok \u2013 Best after shave oil \u2013 Truly\" alt=\"TikTok \u2013 Best after shave oil \u2013 Truly\" data-aspect-ratio=\"2.0078492935636\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tiktok-best-after-shave-oil-truly-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>From there, they Google \u201cafter shave oil\u201d and see Truly in the top results.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Google SERP \u2013 After shave oil reviews Reddit\" alt=\"Google SERP \u2013 After shave oil reviews Reddit\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.72142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/google-serp-after-shave-oil-reviews-reddit.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Next, they visit the brand\u2019s site to view product details, images, and pricing.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Truly Beauty products \u2013 Glazed Donut After Shave Oil\" alt=\"Truly Beauty products \u2013 Glazed Donut After Shave Oil\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.70285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/trulybeauty-products-glazed-donut-after-shave-oil.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>After that, they head to YouTube.<\/p>\n<p>They search \u201ctruly after shave oil review\u201d to find reviews from real people.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"YouTube \u2013 Search \u2013 Truly after shave oil review\" alt=\"YouTube \u2013 Search \u2013 Truly after shave oil review\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.87428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/youtube-search-truly-after-shaveoil-review.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Finally, they visit Amazon, search for the product, and check reviews again before placing their order.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Amazon \u2013 Truly product \u2013 Customer reviews\" alt=\"Amazon \u2013 Truly product \u2013 Customer reviews\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.54428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/amazon-truly-product-customer-reviews.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>This is a simplified version of your audience\u2019s actual journey.<\/p>\n<p>In reality, searchers might visit more platforms during the discovery and compare stages \u2014 spanning days or even weeks.<\/p>\n<p>This is why it helps to map the complete journey.<\/p>\n<p>Like this:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Complete Journey\" alt=\"Complete Journey\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.97428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/complete-journey.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Have more than one persona or product category? Create a separate map for each.<\/p>\n<p>Many platforms offer free customer journey map templates, such as Canva and Miro.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Customer Journey Map \u2013 Web\" alt=\"Customer Journey Map \u2013 Web\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.75571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/customer-journey-map-web.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Identify_Gaps_and_Prioritize_Touchpoints\"><\/span>Step 3: Identify Gaps and Prioritize Touchpoints<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s where you\u2019ll identify what your brand is missing across the search journey and what to fix first.<\/p>\n<p>Using your journey map from Step 2, go through each stage and ask:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are we visible everywhere our audience searches?<\/li>\n<li>Does our content actually help them move forward?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let me walk you through an example.<\/p>\n<p>I conducted a quick manual audit for Truly Beauty across multiple platforms.<\/p>\n<p>On TikTok and Instagram, they consistently appear for branded searches like \u201cTruly Beauty.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>And product-specific searches like \u201cvanilla baby body oil.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Search \u2013 Vanilla baby body oil\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Search \u2013 Vanilla baby body oil\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.92857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-search-vanilla-baby-body-oil.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Next, I examined user-generated forums to see if people discuss the brand organically.<\/p>\n<p>On Reddit, I found some positive threads where users recommend Truly products.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Comment on Reddit \u2013 Truly Beauty\" alt=\"Comment on Reddit \u2013 Truly Beauty\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.35384615384615\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/comment-on-reddit-truly-beauty.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>And some negative threads, too.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, Truly Beauty could have a stronger presence in earned and influenced spaces.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Reddit \u2013 Posts \u2013 Truly Beauty\" alt=\"Reddit \u2013 Posts \u2013 Truly Beauty\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.89\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/reddit-posts-truly-beauty.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>I then analyzed Truly\u2019s <a title=\"20 Effective Product Page Examples (+ Best Practices)\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/product-page-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">product pages<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Their website features several conversion elements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social proof (ratings and reviews)<\/li>\n<li>Clear pricing and purchase options<\/li>\n<li>Subscription incentives<\/li>\n<li>Trust badges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Truly Beauty products \u2013 Vanilla Baby Luxury Body Oil\" alt=\"Truly Beauty products \u2013 Vanilla Baby Luxury Body Oil\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.74571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/trulybeauty-products-vanilla-baby-luxury-body-oil.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Their Amazon listings maintain this strategy while adapting to the marketplace\u2019s format.<\/p>\n<p>This way, they create a consistent purchase experience regardless of where customers shop.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Amazon listings \u2013 Truly\" alt=\"Amazon listings \u2013 Truly\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.63\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/amazon-listings-truly.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>You\u2019ll want to adjust this process based on your specific industry, audience, and platforms.<\/p>\n<p>The key is documenting all touchpoints where your audience searches.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve audited all platforms, organize your findings in a simple spreadsheet.<\/p>\n<p>Include a \u201cStatus\u201d column to label your presence on each platform:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Optimized<\/li>\n<li>Weak<\/li>\n<li>Missing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here\u2019s an example to show how you might organize your audit insights.<\/p>\n<p>Feel free to structure it however works best for you.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"SXO \u2013 Backlinko Google Sheet\" alt=\"SXO \u2013 Backlinko Google Sheet\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.2342857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sxo-backlinko-google-sheet-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Bonus:<\/strong> We added the above audit template to our <a title=\"SXO checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1l-ONqFnAVoa-L320cUANe9thEfEQuJt4tP-QsK7I3H4\/copy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">downloadable checklist<\/a> to help you complete this step. Download it now, if you haven\u2019t already.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Now, it\u2019s time to decide which platforms need attention first:<\/p>\n<p>In Truly Beauty\u2019s case, they could strengthen their presence in earned spaces.<\/p>\n<p>Responding to positive and negative feedback builds trust with potential customers.<\/p>\n<p>This might mean recommending products where appropriate.<\/p>\n<p>And addressing any user concerns and complaints.<\/p>\n<p>Prioritize your own gaps based on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Where users likely drop off or switch to competitors<\/li>\n<li>High-intent moments like evaluation or decision stages<\/li>\n<li>Platforms your audience already trusts and uses to make decisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This focused approach ensures you tackle the most impactful improvements first.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Further reading:<\/strong> <a title=\"Content Audit: How to Run It in 6 Easy Steps\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/hub\/seo\/content-audits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Run a Content Audit in 6 Easy Steps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Build_a_Content_Plan_Aligned_with_Search_Intent\"><\/span>Step 4: Build a Content Plan Aligned with Search Intent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A key part of any strategy is planning content for each search stage and platform.<\/p>\n<p>Use your audit insights from Step 3 to build a content plan that satisfies user needs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Your_Existing_Content\"><\/span>Improve Your Existing Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before creating new content, maximize what you already have.<\/p>\n<p>Check <a title=\"Google Analytics 4 (GA4): The Ultimate Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/google-analytics-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Analytics<\/a> or Google Search Console (GSC) for pages that are underperforming.<\/p>\n<p>For example, in GSC, look for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Posts with high impressions but low CTR<\/li>\n<li>Pages that rank for relevant keywords, but not as high as they should<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Google Search Console \u2013 Pages with high impressions &amp; low CTR\" alt=\"Google Search Console \u2013 Pages with high impressions &amp; low CTR\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.85285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/google-search-console-pages-with-high-impressions-low-ctr.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Consider this <a title=\"7 Best Moisturizers for Mature Skin of 2025 \u2013 Truly Beauty\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trulybeauty.com\/blogs\/skincare\/best-moisturizer-for-mature-skin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Truly Beauty blog post<\/a> as an example.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Blog post\" alt=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Blog post\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.66571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/trulybeauty-blog-post.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>It already targets <a title=\"Commercial Intent Keywords: What They Are &amp; How to Rank\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/commercial-intent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">commercial keywords<\/a>, like \u201cbest moisturizer for mature skin.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But it ranks on page 4, 5, and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>This means it\u2019s nearly invisible in search.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Organic Research \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Organic Search Positions\" alt=\"Organic Research \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Organic Search Positions\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.69857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/organic-research-trulybeauty-organic-search-positions.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>So, how do you fix that?<\/p>\n<p>Check what they include that you don\u2019t, like additional examples, FAQs, or expert commentary.<\/p>\n<p>Then, improve the content by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Updating it<\/strong> with fresh info, product comparisons, or reviews<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adding structure<\/strong> that matches search intent (like \u201cbest of\u201d lists, buyer\u2019s guides, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhancing formatting<\/strong> for scannability \u2014 with subheadings, bullets, and visuals<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filling gaps<\/strong> with missing subtopics or angles competitors cover<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For instance, Truly Beauty could improve this post by adding:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A side-by-side comparison with other moisturizers<\/li>\n<li>Tips from skincare experts<\/li>\n<li>More visuals (like product images, charts, or before\/after shots)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These updates would help align the content with what searchers expect. And give it a better shot at ranking.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Further reading:<\/strong> <a title=\"Google E-E-A-T: How to Create People-First Content (+ Free Audit)\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/google-e-e-a-t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google E-E-A-T: How to Create People-First Content + Free Audit<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_New_Content\"><\/span>Create New Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Creating new content for every platform should be an ongoing part of your strategy.<\/p>\n<p>For each platform, ask:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is the user trying to learn, compare, or act?<\/li>\n<li>What format do they expect \u2014 video, reviews, short posts, or product pages?<\/li>\n<li>What would build trust or answer their next question?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Semrush\u2019s <a title=\"Topic Research: Topic Finder Tool for Finding Content Ideas | Semrush\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/topic-research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Topic Research Tool<\/a> helps you find new content ideas.<\/p>\n<p>Open the tool and enter a topic. Like \u201cbest body scrub for glowing skin.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Then, select your target location and click \u201c<strong>Get content ideas<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Topic Research \u2013 Best body scrub for glowing skin\" alt=\"Topic Research \u2013 Best body scrub for glowing skin\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.44142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/topic-research-best-body-scrub-for-glowing-skin.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Click on a relevant subtopic.<\/p>\n<p>And go through the \u201cQuestions\u201d column to see what users are actively searching for.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Truly Beauty could turn common questions into helpful content that drives conversions.<\/p>\n<p>Like \u201cWhat are some good homemade body scrubs?\u201d and \u201cHow do you make a homemade scrub?\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Topic Research \u2013 Best Body Scrub for Glowing Skin \u2013 Content Ideas\" alt=\"Topic Research \u2013 Best Body Scrub for Glowing Skin \u2013 Content Ideas\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.82\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/topic-research-best-body-scrub-for-glowing-skin-content-ideas.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p><a title=\"Top 14 Competitor Analysis Tools\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/competitor-analysis-tools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Analyzing competitor content<\/a> can also help you come up with great topic ideas.<\/p>\n<p>Look at top-performing content across platforms where your audience searches.<\/p>\n<p>Pay special attention to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Content themes<\/li>\n<li>Hooks<\/li>\n<li>Formats<\/li>\n<li>Captions<\/li>\n<li>Hashtags<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For instance, Truly Beauty\u2019s audience might search \u201cbest body scrubs for glowing skin\u201d on TikTok.<\/p>\n<p>The brand could explore top-performing videos around that phrase.<\/p>\n<p>And analyze what makes them successful.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"TikTok \u2013 Best Body Scrub for Glowing Skin\" alt=\"TikTok \u2013 Best Body Scrub for Glowing Skin\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.89142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tiktok-best-body-scrub-for-glowing-skin.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Then, they could use what they find to create videos that mirror those formats \u2014 while tailoring them to their product and audience.<\/p>\n<p>(And you can, too.)<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repurpose_Content\"><\/span>Repurpose Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t let great content live in one place.<\/p>\n<p>The most efficient strategy turns one strong piece into many platform-specific assets.<\/p>\n<p>Start with your highest-performing content.<\/p>\n<p>Then, adapt it to match how your audience consumes information on different platforms.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Blog \u2013 Best foods for skin\" alt=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Blog \u2013 Best foods for skin\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.75\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/trulybeauty-blog-best-foods-for-skin.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>For example, Truly Beauty could transform their \u201c12 Best Foods for Your Skin\u201d blog post into the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Email Newsletter Template for Higher Open-Rates\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/templates\/marketing\/email-newsletter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Email newsletter<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Pinterest infographic<\/li>\n<li>Facebook and Instagram carousels<\/li>\n<li>TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts<\/li>\n<li>Twitter\/X or Bluesky thread<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One idea \u2192 multiple formats \u2192 broader discovery.<\/p>\n<p>This way, you can easily <a title=\"How to Scale Content Creation (Step-By-Step Guide)\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/scale-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scale content<\/a> across the entire search experience for every platform.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Long Form Content\" alt=\"Long Form Content\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.81285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/long-form-content.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Optimize_Owned_Touchpoints\"><\/span>Step 5: Optimize Owned Touchpoints<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When someone lands on your site, they expect it to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Load fast<\/li>\n<li>Feel trustworthy<\/li>\n<li>Make it easy to take the next step<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In fact, search engines like Google look at user experience signals when ranking pages.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why this step focuses on performance, structure, and clarity, so your site works for users and ranks highly.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Site_Performance\"><\/span>Improve Site Performance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Slow-loading pages lead to higher bounce rates, missed conversions, and lower rankings.<\/p>\n<p>Use <a title=\"PageSpeed Insights\" href=\"https:\/\/pagespeed.web.dev\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PageSpeed Insights<\/a> to analyze your site.<\/p>\n<p>And view your <a title=\"Core Web Vitals: Essential Guide to Improving Site Performance\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/hub\/seo\/core-web-vitals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Core Web Vitals scores<\/a>, which are Google user experience metrics.<\/p>\n<p>These metrics measure user responsiveness, visual stability, and the speed at which your main content loads.<\/p>\n<p>For example, Truly Beauty\u2019s website failed the Core Web Vitals assessment on both mobile and desktop.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"PageSpeed Insights \u2013 Truly Beauty\" alt=\"PageSpeed Insights \u2013 Truly Beauty\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.88857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pagespeed-insights-truly-beauty.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>The good news?<\/p>\n<p>PageSpeed Insights also shows exactly what\u2019s slowing your site down and how you can fix the issues.<\/p>\n<p>So, Truly Beauty can improve site performance by taking steps like reducing JavaScript execution time and minimizing main-thread work.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"PageSpeed Insights \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Diagnostics\" alt=\"PageSpeed Insights \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Diagnostics\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.1471428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pagespeed-insights-truly-beauty-diagnostics-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>For a deeper look at your site\u2019s speed and usability, use Semrush\u2019s <a title=\"SEO Audit Tool: Run a Free Audit of Your Website | Semrush\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/siteaudit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Site Audit<\/a> tool.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> A free Semrush account allows you to crawl up to 100 URLs using Site Audit. Or you can use this link to access a <a title=\"Backlinko &amp; Semrush: 14-day PRO Trial\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/lp\/backlinko-offer\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">14-day trial on a Semrush Pro subscription<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-note.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Enter your domain and <a title=\"Configuring Site Audit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.semrush.com\/kb\/539-configuring-site-audit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">configure the tool<\/a> to set up your first crawl.<\/p>\n<p>Once your report is ready, you\u2019ll see a \u201cSite Performance\u201d score in the \u201cOverview\u201d tab.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, Truly Beauty has a site performance score of 95%.<\/p>\n<p>Click \u201c<strong>View details<\/strong>\u201d for more information.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Site Audit \u2013  Truly Beauty \u2013Overview \u2013 Site Performance\" alt=\"Site Audit \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013Overview \u2013 Site Performance\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.73714285714286\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/site-audit-trulybeauty-overview-site-performance.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Here, you\u2019ll see the average load speed of your site.<\/p>\n<p>Truly Beauty has an average page load speed of 0.31 seconds, which is outstanding.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Site Audit \u2013  Truly Beauty \u2013 Site Performance\" alt=\"Site Audit \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Site Performance\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.59571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/site-audit-trulybeauty-site-performance.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>You\u2019ll also learn if Site Audit detected any issues with your site, categorized by priority:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Errors:<\/strong> Highest priority<\/li>\n<li><strong>Warnings:<\/strong> Medium priority<\/li>\n<li><strong>Notices:<\/strong> Lowest priority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Click \u201c<strong>Learn more<\/strong>\u201d for details on how to fix each issue.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Site Audit \u2013  Truly Beauty \u2013 Site Performance Issues \u2013 Learn more\" alt=\"Site Audit \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Site Performance Issues \u2013 Learn more\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.45285714285714\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/site-audit-trulybeauty-site-performance-issues-learn-more.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve addressed the issues, re-run the audit.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll likely see improved site speed and performance (if you\u2019ve correctly fixed the issues).<\/p>\n<p>These technical improvements will strengthen your search experience optimization efforts.<\/p>\n<p>And improve the experience for your users.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Further reading:<\/strong> <a title=\"Technical SEO: The Ultimate Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/technical-seo-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Technical SEO: The Ultimate Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_Trust_Elements\"><\/span>Add Trust Elements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Trust elements give users the confidence to take action, whether that\u2019s making a purchase, booking a demo, or signing up.<\/p>\n<p>Add them anywhere users evaluate options or make decisions.<\/p>\n<p>Including product pages, landing pages, checkout screens, pricing pages, and even comparison blog posts.<\/p>\n<p>Trust elements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Star ratings or review counts<\/li>\n<li>Customer testimonials<\/li>\n<li>Author bios with credentials<\/li>\n<li>Security badges or payment icons<\/li>\n<li>User-generated content, like photos or quotes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For example, Truly Beauty shows a variety of trust elements on its product pages.<\/p>\n<p>Like ratings, reviews, and customer-submitted photos.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Variety of trust elements\" alt=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Variety of trust elements\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.1857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/trulybeauty-variety-of-trust-elements-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>This creates a compelling social proof ecosystem that reduces purchase anxiety and enhances your brand perception.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clean_Up_Structure_and_Layout\"><\/span>Clean Up Structure and Layout<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Messy layouts confuse users and slow them down.<\/p>\n<p>In contrast, a clean and consistent structure makes your page easier to read, navigate, and act on.<\/p>\n<p>Take a look at how formatting impacts readability on mobile:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__visual-chart backlinko-image\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Hard-to-skim vs. Easy-to-skim Paragraphs\" alt=\"Hard-to-skim vs. Easy-to-skim Paragraphs\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.75142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hard-to-skim-vs-easy-to-skim-paragraphs.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Which one do you think is more readable?<\/p>\n<p>Shorter paragraphs and clear spacing make content easier to scan and understand.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to improve your site\u2019s structure and layout:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Break up long paragraphs into shorter chunks<\/li>\n<li>Use clear, descriptive headings to guide the flow<\/li>\n<li>Keep visual design consistent: fonts, spacing, and colors<\/li>\n<li>Make key elements like CTAs, pricing, or product features easy to spot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For example, this Truly Beauty blog post does some things well.<\/p>\n<p>Including scannable headings, bullet lists, and plenty of white space.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Blog \u2013 Good practices\" alt=\"Truly Beauty \u2013 Blog \u2013 Good practices\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.85142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/trulybeauty-blog-good-practices.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>But they could increase the font size to make the content easier to read and skim.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Further reading:<\/strong> <a title=\"9 Ecommerce Website Optimization Tactics [Expert Insights]\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/ecommerce-website-optimization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9 Ecommerce Website Optimization Tactics [Expert Insights]<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/06\/icon-further-reading.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Strengthen_Your_Presence_Across_Discovery_Channels\"><\/span>Step 6: Strengthen Your Presence Across Discovery Channels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most important search moments happen off your website.<\/p>\n<p>In this step, you\u2019ll focus on optimizing how you appear on social media sites, niche forums, and more.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optimize_Your_Profiles\"><\/span>Optimize Your Profiles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your profile should instantly tell visitors who you are and why they matter to you.<\/p>\n<p>So, review your bio, visuals, and links on every priority platform.<\/p>\n<p>Each one should reflect your brand clearly and feel native to how people use that platform.<\/p>\n<p>Truly Beauty\u2019s Instagram bio is short and clear. But there\u2019s room for improvement.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t highlight what sets the brand apart, including a strong hook or call to action.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Bio\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Bio\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.98428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-trulybeauty-bio.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>They also don\u2019t have pinned posts.<\/p>\n<p>And their Highlight covers aren\u2019t clear or consistent with their brand visuals.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 No pinned posts\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 No pinned posts\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.2414285714286\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-trulybeauty-no-pinned-posts-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Conversely, makeup brand Too Faced does a great job here.<\/p>\n<p>Their Instagram bio is short but expressive:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Bio\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Bio\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.0571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-toofaced-bio-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Their Instagram Highlights are organized by category \u2014 from new product drops to event looks.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Highlights\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Highlights\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.81428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-toofaced-highlights.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>They even include multiple links and a \u201cShop\u201d button to drive action directly from the page.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Shop button &amp; links\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Shop button &amp; links\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.54571428571429\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-toofaced-shop-button-and-links.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>On TikTok, Too Faced takes a different but equally strategic approach.<\/p>\n<p>The brand uses playlists to categorize videos by product type.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"TikTok \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Playlists\" alt=\"TikTok \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Playlists\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.97714285714286\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tiktok-toofaced-playlists.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>And the pinned posts showcase <a title=\"Video SEO: The Complete Playbook\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/video-seo-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high-performing videos<\/a> with bold thumbnails and direct product demos.<\/p>\n<p>Which is perfect for TikTok\u2019s users, who prefer short, visual content before buying.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"TikTok \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Pinned videos\" alt=\"TikTok \u2013 Too Faced \u2013 Pinned videos\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.37\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/tiktok-toofaced-pinned-videos-1-scaled.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engage_with_Followers\"><\/span>Engage with Followers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Getting questions or comments on your social media posts?<\/p>\n<p>This is a great opportunity to engage with your audience and offer helpful information.<\/p>\n<p>Truly Beauty engages with users in the comments.<\/p>\n<p>And responds to feedback, answers questions, and shows appreciation for its customers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Comments engagement\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Comments engagement\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.89142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-truly-beauty-comments-engagement.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>This kind of interaction builds trust and shows followers there\u2019s a real team behind the brand.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collaborate_with_Trusted_Voices\"><\/span>Collaborate with Trusted Voices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Want a fast way to build credibility?<\/p>\n<p>Partner with the creators your audience already trusts.<\/p>\n<p>Find the voices influencing those spaces \u2014 and team up.<\/p>\n<p>Truly Beauty works with influencers to promote products.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Influencers\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Truly Beauty \u2013 Influencers\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.88857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-truly-beauty-influencers.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>But when it comes to creator partnerships, makeup brand Morphe takes this strategy to another level.<\/p>\n<p>They regularly collaborate with beauty creators to launch products, demo looks, and drive buzz.<\/p>\n<p>Like this influencer collab that got them over 2.4K likes and 60+ comments:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Instagram \u2013 Morphe Brushes \u2013 Influencer collab\" alt=\"Instagram \u2013 Morphe Brushes \u2013 Influencer collab\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.88857142857143\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/instagram-morphebrushes-influencer-collab.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Monitor_Measure_and_Optimize\"><\/span>Step 7: Monitor, Measure, and Optimize<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can\u2019t optimize what you don\u2019t track.<\/p>\n<p>To improve your performance over time, you need visibility into how people discover and engage with your content, products, or services.<\/p>\n<p>And what happens next.<\/p>\n<p>Start by identifying which metrics you want to prioritize.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some examples:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Google:<\/strong> Rankings, <a title=\"What Is Click-Through Rate (CTR)?: And How To Improve It\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/what-is-ctr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click-through rate (CTR)<\/a>, impressions<\/li>\n<li><strong>YouTube:<\/strong> Watch time, average view duration<\/li>\n<li><strong>TikTok:<\/strong> Engagement rate, profile clicks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Amazon:<\/strong> Conversion rate, product search visibility<\/li>\n<li><strong>Instagram:<\/strong> Post engagement rate, profile visits, bio link clicks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reddit:<\/strong> Upvotes, comment volume, brand mentions<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your website:<\/strong> Goal conversion rate, <a title=\"Bounce Rate: What Is It and How to Improve It?\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/hub\/seo\/bounce-rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bounce rate<\/a>, scroll depth, time on page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Then, choose the right tools to track these metrics.<\/p>\n<p>Google Analytics 4 and Google Search Console provide essential data to track your SEO performance and user experience improvements.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, on GA4, you can navigate to \u201c<strong>Reports<\/strong>\u201d &gt; \u201c<strong>Acquisition<\/strong>\u201d &gt; \u201c<strong>Traffic Acquisition<\/strong>\u201d to view your site\u2019s traffic sources.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"GA \u2013 Traffic Acquisition report\" alt=\"GA \u2013 Traffic Acquisition report\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.65428571428571\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2024\/03\/ga-traffic-acquisition-report.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>YouTube Studio, TikTok Insights, and Instagram Insights provide platform-specific data.<\/p>\n<p>Like views, watch time, and subscribers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"YouTube Studio \u2013 Analytics\" alt=\"YouTube Studio \u2013 Analytics\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.93142857142857\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2021\/10\/youtube-studio-analytics.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<p>Use what you learn to improve weak content and fix UX issues.<\/p>\n<p>You may also want to add specialized tools for social media and website performance.<\/p>\n<p>Like heat mapping, session recording, and conversion analysis.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"backlinko-image__screenshot backlinko-image backlinko-has-border\">\n<div class=\"backlinko-img-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Clarity \u2013 Microsoft \u2013 Heatmaps\" alt=\"Clarity \u2013 Microsoft \u2013 Heatmaps\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.57714285714286\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/01\/clarity-microsoft-heatmaps.png\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ready_to_Improve_Every_Search_Touchpoint\"><\/span>Ready to Improve Every Search Touchpoint?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The search journey in 2025 isn\u2019t linear anymore. And your strategy shouldn\u2019t be either.<\/p>\n<p>The brands that win won\u2019t be the ones with the most blog posts.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019ll be the ones who show up with the right content, in the right format, on the right platform \u2014 at the moment it matters.<\/p>\n<p>To make that happen, you need a strategy built for how people actually search.<\/p>\n<p>Use our <a title=\"free SXO checklist\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1qW6cevcGV6aGRukECsvdmJHyOUlIV7bxoSCbYfIByIE\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free checklist<\/a> to turn what you\u2019ve learned into a clear, actionable strategy.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sc-quote alert blue-box font-georgia type-normal transparent-img-bg\">\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-sm-down\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/03\/icon-remember-v2.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">        <\/figure>\n<div class=\"media-body\">\n<blockquote class=\"sc-quote\">\n<p><strong>Next up:<\/strong> Check out our <a title=\"On-Page SEO: The Definitive Guide + FREE Template\" href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/on-page-seo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">definitive guide to on-page SEO<\/a>, a crucial component of any effective SEO strategy.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"media\">\n<figure class=\"sc-picture media-left hidden-md-up\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/03\/icon-remember-v2.png\" alt=\"| Craig Hordlow\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"| Craig Hordlow\">                <\/figure>\n<p>                                <cite class=\"sc-name media-body media-middle\"><br \/>\n                                    <\/cite>\n            <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/search-everywhere-optimization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Search Everywhere Optimization Guide (+ Free Checklist)<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/backlinko.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Backlinko<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine you\u2019re looking for after shave oil. You type a few keywords into Amazon. A brand called Truly Beauty pops up. You\u2019ve never heard of them. So you go to YouTube to find the \u201cbest after shave oil\u201d. At the top of the results, someone has reviewed Truly Beauty\u2019s product. Okay, interesting\u2026 Let\u2019s stay on YouTube. Next, you type \u201ctruly beauty after shave oil\u201d into the search. What the? The whole page has people reviewing Truly Beauty products! 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