Image Optimization and the "Reality" of Page Speed Scores
Published on March 9, 2026
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You’ve probably heard that if your site doesn't load in under 2 seconds, you’re doomed.
While speed definitely matters, most beginners waste weeks chasing a 'perfect' score instead of building their business.
Today, I’m showing you a simple 3 step pre-upload routine to keep your site light, and why the 'Eye Test' is actually more important than any number Google gives you.
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As seen in the video, here's.your AI prompt to help give you a better understanding of all the aspects of image optimization and page speed you'll need to deliver a great user experience:
"I am trying to optimize my website's images for better SEO and speed. My site is built on [WordPress/Divi/etc.].
1. List the top 5 WordPress plugins that automatically convert images to WebP and have settings for lazy loading and auto resize on upload.
2. Explain what WebP is and how it matters towards page speed.
3. Explain the difference between 'Lossy' and 'Lossless' compression for a beginner.
3. Provide a checklist of what I should do to an image before I upload it to my Media Library."
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