Overthinking SEO: Don’t Make This Common Mistake

Most of us think that keyword stuffing is the key to getting found by Google, but it’s actually a major turn-off for users. Focus on creating high-quality content first and then optimize for readability.

  • Your blog post should be read from top to bottom, not scanned by search engines.
  • Use keywords sparingly – one or two per 100 words is plenty.
  • Avoid keyword-dense meta descriptions that promise the world but deliver nothing but filler content.

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