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SEO & AEO

Show up when customers search, on Google and in AI answers

Search optimization that brings in more traffic, better leads and customers who are already looking for what you do.

4–12 monthsTypical time to see SEO results
MonthlyProgress reports
Google + AISearch, Maps and AI answers
White-hatNo shortcuts that risk penalties

The problem

Rankings are nice. Leads are the point.

Most customers start with a search. If you're not on the first page, or not in the Google Maps results, they're calling someone else.

We target the searches that bring in paying customers, not vanity keywords. Then we make sure your site turns that traffic into calls and bookings.

Search is changing, too. People now ask ChatGPT, Google's AI Overviews and Perplexity for recommendations. That's what AEO (answer engine optimization) is for: making your business easy for AI tools to understand and recommend.

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Who it's for

Is this right for you?

If any of these sound familiar, we can help.

  • Businesses that don't show up on Google
  • Local businesses that want to rank in Google Maps
  • Sites with traffic that doesn't turn into leads
  • Businesses that want to appear in ChatGPT and AI answers
  • Companies that tried SEO before without clear results
  • New websites that need a strong start

Everything we offer

Everything we can do for you

Pick exactly what you need. We'll recommend the right mix on your free intro call.

01

SEO audit & strategy

We find what's holding you back and what will move the needle fastest.

  • Technical and content audit
  • Competitor and keyword gap analysis
  • Prioritized action plan
  • Clear goals and KPIs
02

Technical SEO

Fix the problems that stop Google from crawling and ranking your site.

  • Site speed and Core Web Vitals
  • Indexing, crawl errors and redirects
  • Mobile usability
  • Sitemaps and robots settings
03

On-page optimization

Make every important page clearly relevant to the searches that matter.

  • Titles, descriptions and headings
  • Internal linking
  • Service and location pages
  • Image and content optimization
04

Local SEO & Google Maps

Show up when nearby customers search for what you do.

  • Google Business Profile optimization
  • Local listings with consistent details
  • Review generation strategy
  • Location-specific content
05

AEO: AI search

Get understood and recommended by ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews.

  • Structured data (schema markup)
  • Clear question-and-answer content
  • Consistent business info across the web
  • AI crawler access and llms.txt
06

Content & blogging

Helpful content that ranks and builds trust.

  • Keyword-driven blog posts
  • Service and FAQ content
  • Refreshes for older pages
  • Topic clusters that build authority
07

Authority building

Earn the signals that tell Google you're the real deal.

  • Local and industry link opportunities
  • Partner, sponsor and association mentions
  • Directory listings that matter
  • Brand mention monitoring
08

Tracking & reporting

Know exactly what's working.

  • Google Analytics and Search Console
  • Keyword ranking tracking
  • Call and form conversion tracking
  • Monthly report and review call

How it works

From first call to results

A clear plan, set checkpoints and one point of contact from start to finish.

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  1. Weeks 1–2

    Audit

    We audit your site, competitors and keywords, and set clear goals together.

  2. Weeks 2–4

    Quick wins

    We fix technical issues and optimize your Google Business Profile and key pages.

  3. Months 2–3

    Build

    We create and improve content, local signals and structured data for AI search.

  4. Month 3+

    Grow

    We double down on what's working and expand into new keywords and locations.

  5. Every month

    Report

    You get a clear report on rankings, traffic, calls and leads.

Common concerns

Worried about something? Good. Let's talk about it.

These are the questions business owners ask us most before they start. Here's how we handle each one.

“SEO feels like a black box.”

How we handle it

You get a clear plan up front and a monthly report showing exactly what we did and what changed.

“It takes too long to see results.”

How we handle it

We start with quick wins like technical fixes and your Google Business Profile, which can move sooner, while the longer-term work builds.

“I tried SEO before and nothing happened.”

How we handle it

We start with an audit that shows what was missed, focus on searches that bring in customers, and track leads, not just rankings.

“I'm worried about getting penalized by Google.”

How we handle it

We only use white-hat methods that follow Google's guidelines. No link schemes, no spam, no shortcuts.

“AI is going to replace Google anyway.”

How we handle it

That's why we optimize for both. AEO makes your business easy for AI assistants to understand, trust and recommend.

“I can't tell if it's actually working.”

How we handle it

We track calls, form fills and traffic from search, so you see the business results, not just keyword positions.

Our approach

How we approach SEO

  1. 01

    Purposeful keywords

    We go after searches with buying intent, so the traffic you get turns into revenue.

  2. 02

    Technical foundation

    Fast load times, clean structure and structured data that search engines and AI tools can read.

  3. 03

    Clear reporting

    You see exactly what's working, with real numbers every month.

FAQ

SEO & AEO questions

Don't see yours? Text or call 612-710-7360.

How long does SEO take to work?

SEO is a long-term investment. Google itself says it usually takes four months to a year to see results. Quick wins, like technical fixes and your Google Business Profile, can help sooner, and very competitive industries can take longer.

What is AEO?

Answer engine optimization means structuring your website so AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google's AI Overviews understand your business and recommend it in their answers.

How is AEO different from SEO?

SEO helps you rank in search results. AEO helps AI assistants understand and recommend your business when people ask questions. The two overlap, and we do both.

Can you guarantee a #1 ranking on Google?

No honest SEO provider can guarantee rankings, because Google controls the results. We focus on the work that improves visibility and leads, and report on it every month.

Do you do local SEO?

Yes. We optimize your Google Business Profile, local listings and location pages so you show up in Google Maps and 'near me' searches.

Do I need a new website for SEO to work?

Not always. We start with an audit. If your current site can be improved, we optimize it. If it's holding you back, we'll explain why and what a rebuild would change.

Do you write blog content?

Yes. We plan and write keyword-driven posts and FAQ content that answers the questions your customers are asking.

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