This is an update for the post below which was written at the beginning of 2016 but the updates will carry on into 2017, 2018, 2019 and beyond. Although all of the points mentioned in the original post are still relevant to keyword research strategies, there are a number of updated tips that we would like to share.<\/p>\n
It’s really important to be clever when researching keywords to include in your content. You will probably already be targeting words and phrases which directly link to the services you offer so your pages will rank highly in Google search results, but thinking outside the box can bring you even more traffic and sales.<\/p>\n
Remember, you want the best keywords that will appeal to your target audience. Whether you are using your own keyword planner and checking the search volume or you are using a specific tool – we can help you choose the right tools.<\/p>\n
These tools can offer information on search volumes on your keyword list, long tail keywords, paid search information, related searches and so much more. So, let’s see what they are…<\/p>\n
The best keyword-research tools to use in May 2024 has got to be Ahrefs and Semrush<\/a>.<\/p>\n Previously I have used KWfinder, Longtail Pro and a few other tools.<\/p>\n SEMrush is the market leader competitor analysis tool in the SEO industry.<\/p>\n Personally I feel all high-level SEOs need the right tools to do their job and this must include semrush, ahrefs and surfer SEO<\/a>.<\/p>\n SEMrush offer a great 7 day free trial so give it a try here and see what you think:<\/p>\nSEMrush<\/h3>\n