Understanding SEO Without Getting Overwhelmed
Published on February 2, 2026
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Understanding SEO Without Getting Overwhelmed
SEO sounds technical, but at its core, it’s about helping people find your content in search engines.
Getting Started with SEO Basics
SEO means optimizing content so search engines understand it.
Terms:
- Keywords
- Search intent
- Headings
- Internal/external links
- Tags
- Alt Text
Core Training > Phase 3 > Lesson 1 of 5 discusses more about optimizing and setting up your website for SEO. If you have missed this training, it's mportant to go through the lesson. Getting Your Website Set-Up For SEO.
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Things to Consider
- Keyword Stuffing: Avoid it. Write naturally.
- Focus on quality first.
- Follow through the Core training and get your website setup for SEO.
Tips
- Match Search Intent. Google prioritizes relevance.
- Use Clear Headings. It improves readability and SEO.
SEO That Works
Good SEO:
- Helps readers
- Is easy to read
- Answers questions clearly
Jay has put together the list of his live classes to help you dive deeper. Here's the list that walk you through each piece step by step:
Join the 'Beer With Kyle: Is SEO Dead? (Let's Discuss)' to learn more about the current trend of SEO.
FAQs
Q: Do I need paid tools?
No, Wealthy Affiliate tools are enough.
SEO becomes easier with practice.
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— Paul
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