SEO & Content Optimisation

Practical SEO and content strategy that actually helps people find your business online. No black hat tricks, just proven methods that work.

Organic Growth
Quality Content
Local Focus

Executive Summary

Most businesses know they need better search engine visibility but get overwhelmed by complex SEO advice, expensive tools, and promises of quick rankings that never materialise. The reality is that effective SEO requires consistent, quality work over time, not magic tricks or shortcuts.

Our SEO & Content Optimisation service focuses on practical, sustainable strategies that help your ideal customers find you online. We use AI tools to accelerate keyword research and content creation, but the foundation is always quality, helpful content that serves your audience's needs.

What SEO Actually Does

SEO helps people who are already looking for your services find your website more easily. It won't create demand that doesn't exist, but it can significantly increase the number of qualified leads from people who are actively searching for what you offer. Results typically take 3-6 months to become noticeable and require ongoing effort to maintain.

The Real SEO Challenge

Invisible in Search Results

Your website appears on page 3 or 4 of Google results, where virtually no one looks, missing out on potential customers.

Time-Intensive Content Creation

Creating quality content that ranks well requires significant time and expertise that most business owners don't have.

Complex Technical Requirements

Understanding what Google actually wants from your website feels like trying to solve a constantly changing puzzle.

Local Competition

Other businesses in your area are investing in SEO, making it harder to stand out in local search results.

Our Practical SEO Approach

How We Actually Improve Your Search Rankings

We focus on proven SEO fundamentals enhanced by AI tools for efficiency. Here's exactly what we do and what results you can realistically expect:

AI-Enhanced Keyword Research

Tools used: SEMrush, Ahrefs, ChatGPT for keyword expansion and content ideas.

What we find: Search terms your customers actually use, not just what you think they search for.

Focus: Local keywords and long-tail phrases where you can realistically compete.

Content Creation & Optimisation

AI assistance: ChatGPT for content outlines, research assistance, and editing support.

Human expertise: Industry knowledge, local context, and quality control.

Output: 2-4 quality articles per month that actually help your potential customers.

Technical SEO

What we fix: Site speed, mobile responsiveness, meta tags, structured data.

Tools used: Google Search Console, PageSpeed Insights, technical auditing tools.

Reality: Technical fixes provide quick wins but ongoing content is what drives long-term growth.

Local SEO

Focus areas: Google Business Profile optimisation, local citations, reviews management.

AI support: Automated monitoring of citations and review response templates.

Benefit: Easier for local customers to find you when they search for your services.

SEO Reality Check

  • Results take 3-6 months to become noticeable; anyone promising faster results is likely using risky tactics
  • Google algorithm updates can affect rankings; SEO requires ongoing adaptation
  • Competitive industries require more time and investment to see significant results
  • Quality content is essential - AI can assist but cannot replace industry expertise and local knowledge
  • Rankings don't guarantee sales; your website still needs to convert visitors effectively

Our SEO Implementation Process

1

SEO Audit & Analysis

Comprehensive review of your current website, rankings, and competitive landscape.

Duration: 1-2 weeks
2

Keyword Strategy Development

AI-assisted research to identify the best keyword opportunities for your business.

Duration: 1 week
3

Technical Optimisation

Fix technical issues that prevent search engines from properly indexing your site.

Duration: 2-3 weeks
4

Content Planning & Creation

Develop content calendar and begin creating optimised, helpful content regularly.

Duration: Ongoing monthly
5

Local SEO Optimisation

Optimise for local search and manage online business listings and citations.

Duration: 2-4 weeks
6

Monitoring & Optimisation

Track performance, adjust strategy based on results, and continue content development.

Duration: Ongoing

Our Planned SEO Implementation Approach

Our Heritage: McKenzie-Thorpe's established background in sales and marketing strategy (since 1987) provides the foundation for our SEO services. We understand what drives business results, now enhanced with AI-powered content optimisation technology.

Types of Businesses We're Designed to Help

  • Local service businesses competing for customers in their area
  • Professional services firms wanting to attract clients through search
  • Small businesses currently invisible in search results (page 3+ rankings)
  • Companies willing to invest in consistent, long-term content creation
  • Businesses with budget for both strategy and ongoing content development

Our Planned Implementation Process

Month 1-2: Foundation & Technical Fixes

We'll conduct a comprehensive SEO audit, fix critical technical issues, and optimise Google Business Profile. This provides the foundation for future improvements.

Month 3-4: Keyword Strategy & Content Planning

Using AI tools for research efficiency, we'll identify valuable keywords your customers actually search for, not just obvious industry terms.

Month 5-8: Content Creation & Local SEO

We'll create helpful content addressing customer questions and problems, building authority and attracting search traffic organically.

Month 9-12: Optimisation & Expansion

We'll refine strategy based on performance data and expand into related keywords and service areas where appropriate.

Types of SEO Work We Can Implement

  • Technical SEO: Site speed, mobile optimisation, and search engine accessibility improvements
  • Local SEO: Google Business Profile optimisation and local directory management
  • Content Strategy: Creating helpful content that attracts and converts potential customers
  • Keyword Research: Finding the search terms your customers actually use
  • Performance Monitoring: Tracking progress and adjusting strategy based on results

Realistic Expectations

What You Should Expect:
  • Gradual improvement over 6-12 months (SEO is a long-term strategy)
  • Increased website traffic from people actively searching for your services
  • Better visibility in local search results and Google Maps
  • More qualified enquiries from potential customers
  • Reduced dependence on referrals and paid advertising
Potential Challenges:
  • Results take 3-6 months to become noticeable (be wary of faster promises)
  • Competitive industries require more time and investment
  • Google algorithm changes can affect rankings unpredictably
  • Ongoing content creation and maintenance required
  • May require technical website improvements adding to costs

Our Commitment

We'll only recommend SEO strategies that align with your business goals and budget. If SEO isn't the right approach for your situation, we'll tell you honestly.

Our focus is on sustainable, white-hat SEO practices that build long-term visibility, not risky tactics that might provide quick wins but damage your website's reputation.

Investment Options

Transparent SEO Pricing

Fair pricing for real SEO work, not inflated agency rates

SEO Foundation Setup
£1,650
One-time project to fix technical issues and establish SEO basics
  • Comprehensive SEO audit and analysis
  • Technical SEO fixes (speed, mobile, meta tags)
  • Google Business Profile optimisation
  • Local citations setup (15-20 directories)
  • Keyword research and strategy document
  • Content plan for first 6 months
  • Google Search Console and Analytics setup
Ongoing SEO + Content
£595/month
Monthly SEO management with regular content creation
  • 2-3 optimised articles per month
  • Monthly performance monitoring and reporting
  • Google Business Profile management
  • Review monitoring and response assistance
  • Ongoing technical optimisation
  • Local SEO maintenance and updates
  • Quarterly strategy reviews and adjustments
  • Email support and consultation calls

Additional Services

Extra Content Articles: £145 per additional optimised article

Competitive Analysis & Strategy Update: £395 quarterly

Local Landing Page Creation: £295 per location/service page

What You Actually Get

Performance Tracking

  • Monthly ranking reports for target keywords
  • Google Analytics traffic and conversion tracking
  • Google Business Profile insights and performance
  • Monthly summary with key improvements and next steps

Quality Content

  • Well-researched articles that help your customers
  • Optimised for both search engines and human readers
  • Local focus and industry expertise included
  • AI-assisted research but human-written and edited

Technical Optimisation

  • Website speed optimisation and mobile fixes
  • Meta tags, headers, and structured data implementation
  • Google Search Console setup and monitoring
  • Ongoing technical health checks and fixes

Local SEO Management

  • Optimised Google Business Profile with regular updates
  • Consistent business listings across major directories
  • Review monitoring and response guidance
  • Local citation maintenance and cleanup

Ready to Improve Your Search Rankings?

Stop missing out on customers who are searching for your services. Let's build an SEO strategy that actually works.

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