SEO Is A Waste Of Time in 2024

[@WesMcDowellInc]

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[@akostarktutorials]

SEO is far from dead in 2024 brother... it’s evolving! AI might change the game, but the core principles of search remain the same which is to provide value, building authority, and connect with your audience. I would say YES diversifying strategies like incorporating KZbin is smart, but dismissing SEO altogether? That’s a rookie mistake. Look, the future is about blending the best of both worlds: mastering SEO while leveraging the power of video content. All I will say is Adapt, but don’t abandon!!!!

[@Shoshia795]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@ConstantinaSamaan]

I agree too... SEO is evolving, not disappearing lol

[@ScarlettCaldwell-x7c]

I think what Wes is trying to say here is that platforms like KZbin are becoming a game changers but they complement rather than replacing traditional SEO.

[@POS-r4c]

It’s about using every tool in the toolbox to stay ahead, not abandoning the fundamentals that have proven to work. AGREED!

[@PokreniOnlineBiznis]

It's evolving in favor of AI and Google themselves, NOT in favor of content creators, a big difference.

[@RxFit]

Depends on your audience. As an ex-marketer for Apple and have grown multiple businesses I can say that not all audiences will be in KZbin. My primary audience are exclusively consuming information in the written form. The type to print articles so they can read on vacation (Wall Street journal, economist, MIT Technological review etc) These type do not want to watch a video of any type. I have 600 videos on KZbin using the help of VidIQ to establish keywords, tags, titles and descriptions etc. also had a videographer, editor, high end equipment so they are all professionally shot; but only have 700 subscribers with minimal lead generation. It has been a time and resource sink. My SEO has brought in 90% of our clients and establishing us as the professionals in the industry. This is how we get recognized for local awards and recognition as well.

[@hungaro7964]

Agree, marketing is all about testing.

[@mcm4981]

Heavy lessons... kudos for sticking with it. And knowing when to quit...

[@pechaboii]

Hey Danny, you can improve the viewer and subscriber base by getting help from a professional KZbin SEO specialist like me. I'd be happy to help you

[@HeinRichKocHPretoria]

I prefer text.

[@libertyisparamount1443]

yup.

[@CarlosJa]

80% developers and designers don't want to be on camera talking about work.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Which is great news for the 20% who are up for it! Like I say, this will be a great strategy BECAUSE so many are scared off by it.

[@kennuimuffins2426]

Absolutely, including me. But there are ways around this. If you think about it in terms of process, what you want is video content. You work backwards from this objective to figure out all the different methods available. It will depend heavily on the product and audience. However I think EVERY business can benefit from video content as a medium, and being on youtube i.e. easily searchable. I am often trying to find comparisons between products for example, even boring products, because the description and photos are insufficient. Or maybe i'm not convinced. You don't have to pour your entire marketing budget/time into it. You can allocate what you think is reasonable and adjust over time based on results and analytics.

[@marloelefant7500]

However, KZbin isn't anything short of programming and IT content. I believe, it's one of the most popular professional topics.

[@RohanGillett]

The key phrase here is, "Once your videos break through...". For the overwhelming majority of us that should be understood as, "If your videos break through." And it is a really big "if".

[@kellykleinman3203]

KZbin is massively saturated with irrelevant keywords and finding something in a legit search comes up with a whole lot of crap.

[@mr.hatem_]

When that happens, I think that just means there isn't enough content on that specific keyword

[@brandonmartino7740]

@@mr.hatem_ yep lol

[@AlexadreSalmi]

like this.

[@utarian7]

It's very inefficient in some ways. E.g. I wanted to learn how to speed optimise my site. I found the most viewed video on the topic in recent time (past year?). It was horrendous advice. Literally installing an off-suite WP plugin (huge security red flag) and only at the end of the fucking 20 min video did the creator disclose that this plugin puts their nasty logo on your **HOME PAGE**.

[@RobertMarzullo]

Good video and makes total sense. Since AI content is flooding the web page creation process and the data is text based SEO is going to be extremely hard to thrive at. Personal branding will more more important than ever. KZbin is obviously great at this since there is a feeling of connectivity with the creator. I'm glad I have focused most of my efforts into making a huge amount of videos. I still create blog posts but they always feel inferior to a good video. Also, for those of you that are feeling apprehensive because video creation seems like a difficult thing to do, just get started and avoid any idea of perfectionism. I look back at my old videos and cringe but they were necessary to get going. Not saying my new videos are the highest quality but they improved immensely from sheer volume and taking feedback from my subscribers along the way. Good luck to you and don't be a slave to AI tools. Shortcuts always come at a price. Just be yourself and make the content you would enjoy watching! Also, be extremely patient. Most people give up before they actually have time to succeed at something. Pick something that you will do when times are good and when times are bad and you will have your success along the way!

[@PatriciaAnnBrubaker]

So I gave been procrastinating on You Tube for awhile now (fear, anyone?). But, I guess now is the time!!!!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Do it Patricia!

[@mattm00ey]

Same!

[@Zeroth23]

You got this Patricia! Just do it. I promise you your first videos are going to feel uncomfortable and that’s ok. Just keep going you can do it!

[@MichaelsPaintingChannel]

Same here!

[@thomasdruckrealtor]

Just start, the fear goes away. Warning, it’s a lot of work unless your are a natural that needs no editing.

[@dameanvil]

00:00 🚀 Traditional SEO is becoming ineffective due to changes in search engine algorithms. 03:05 💡 AI advancements are reshaping SEO landscape, posing challenges for small businesses. 05:19 🔍 Three main reasons why AI is making SEO less effective: AI-generated search answers, increased content production, and difficulty in acquiring backlinks. 09:20 📺 Embracing KZbin as a marketing platform offers significant advantages over traditional SEO. 14:29 📈 KZbin provides opportunities for long-lasting, engaging content with higher conversion potential. 17:55 🎯 KZbin SEO is simpler and less complicated compared to traditional website SEO. 21:11 🏆 Embracing KZbin gives businesses a competitive edge as many competitors are hesitant to transition to video content.

[@manojmaitydm]

Harpa ai 😅😂

[@bangerpickleball]

the video isnt even that long lmao

[@bangerpickleball]

why would i want to summarize a video? if i did i would do it right@@dameanvil

[@coolmojito]

I almost let this guy waste my time with this bs "idea". Thanks, man!

[@FelizCumple2.0]

chatgpt sus lol

[@kevinschmidt2210]

What about ecommerce? Who comes here to look for products, when they could go to the big A instead?

[@TastyTardis]

Same really. Do youtube shrots just showing your products.

[@DanHovarter]

Product reviews and comparisons

[@captjimusfl]

I have a local charter fishing service. My how to fishing videos generate plenty of paid charters. It can be used in conjunction with a local business.

[@alisonhoyte7608]

I agree with this approach you have well done doesn;t have to be big but it works for you

[@OJGamingYT]

I second this! I'm a video editor and have everyone link to my website and at this rate it's probably in thousands of videos now. So anyone who comes to my website is already invested in what I offer. 9/10 I close another editing client.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Nice! So do you make videos that are more educational for clients, or are you linking them directly to examples of your work?

[@BusyBusinessHostingNPromotion]

Thank you for that statement I keep telling people it's not just traffic it's snowing how to sell. The best thing anyone could do for their business is learn basic sales techniques

[@josho.9530]

Selling = being honest with people and not playing bullshit psychological games. All that grant cardone crap is exactly that: crap.

[@BusyBusinessHostingNPromotion]

@@josho.9530 there's a lot more to selling than that and yes sales psychology and is involved.

[@gardenpots5661]

Very interesting and informative. But I'm 21 and I'm bored with videos everywhere already, I'm so over snippets of information and people jumping all over the place trying to sell me stuff. It's like a constant stream of 1990s Amercian Infomercials....again... I'm beginning to want information that has more to it, more substance (I'm beginning to sound like my mom). I'm tired of following behind a lot of vids (some really well done, very entertaining, slick and creative etc)...but the overall feeling is information deficit. Constant stream of stuff with no back bone. But i see what you mean

[@CarolineAnandSiddiqui]

You should take a break

[@DanieleManca1983]

You made a very strong point.

[@betterbuzz4309]

I am proof this works, Ive never seen your videos before but this is the third video Ive watched in a row! this is great information, my niche is construction and there definitely won't be many of my competitors doing this.

[@BhutWhut]

Wes, you're very presentable and articulate. Being in front of the camera is easier for you than most others. Are those that are less presentable and well spoken doomed as far as YT content creation goes? What advice do you have for these folks?

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Look at some of my first videos, I've come a long way with practice. Like anything else this is a learned skill... the only question is is it one you care enough about to get good at?

[@aaronclarkt]

absolutely love you bro. This is crazy. Exactly what I needed to hear. the synchronicity is freaky. love man, thank you so much.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

You are welcome! Glad you find my content valuable!

[@goldretirementsolutions]

Wow I am certainly quite intuitive when it comes to SEO: I started uploading all my blogs in the forms of videos here on KZbin. Embed the blog link in description. No lie I got 25 visitors in a day which is quite amazing for me. Traffic has been consistent. Honestly it's a big mistake to sleep on KZbin. 2024 will make or break us SEOs. Gold luck ; )

[@ducharmeburley]

I highly recommend this channel! The quality of the content is consistently high, and I learn something new from every video.

[@StreamlineRoofingTx]

Wes, you loud and clear on video. However, I wonder if a distinction needs to be made between informational searches, versus transactional, or service based, Google searches, directed towards a local business or service area. Thoughts?

[@WesMcDowellInc]

I hear ya, and yes those are importnat distinctions. The point I'm making tho is that even to be found for transactional searches is WAY less valuable then ppl naturally discovering you through YT long-term. Should you still try to rank for yur homepage and service pages, etc? Yes, but in my own business I started dreading whenever I'd have a consult with someone who found me through google vs on YT.

[@StreamlineRoofingTx]

@@WesMcDowellInc I’m working to make my efforts multi purpose and use the transcripts / YT videos embedded into my blog pages as well

[@ibrahimcoswell8852]

You have shifted my paradigm again!! I was just about to launch my blog

[@WesMcDowellInc]

So you're gonna give YT a try?

[@kathygeffen256]

Me too! Now I’m wondering how to combine them….video and blog as engaging

[@Andraphile]

@@kathygeffen256 I would go for both and have both. I would suggest using the benefits of both to create a powerful synergy e.g., leverage KZbin for "know, like and trust" benefits to warm up people up for your offering on your website.

[@josho.9530]

You should still launch it. Transcribe your content or generate an associated blog post and link the video IN the blog post. Get the benefit of both.

[@JWood-z5p]

For those who don't know, Search engine optimization (SEO) is the process of improving the quality and quantity of website traffic to a website or a web page from search engines. SEO targets unpaid traffic (known as "natural" or "organic" results) rather than direct traffic or paid traffic.

[@j.singer8461]

I agree with you about the value of video. Definitely sky rockets the 'know, like and trust' factor.

[@davidnewton190]

I can really relate, I used to do web design and stopped it over a decade ago. But I can still help people with their marketing.

[@manuele7927]

It's important to note that KZbin and Google are both part of the same company, Alphabet Inc. While KZbin has been expanding its services, such as taking over Google Podcasts, it serves a different purpose than Google's search engine. KZbin is primarily a video-sharing platform, and while it has become a significant source of information and entertainment, Google's search engine remains a fundamental tool for web navigation and information retrieval. The two platforms complement each other and are likely to continue evolving to serve their users in interconnected but distinct ways.

[@CarterBlack-m3b]

Really clever explanation and no unnecessary verbiage! Respect! + subscription

[@anders_larsson]

I've been on youtube since 2019 and uploaded hundreds of videos trying different approaches. Now I've lost faith in KZbin and I'm Looking for other platforms.

[@hungaro7964]

Well I checked your channel I can see you put a lot of effort into it. In youtube the most important things are the the title of the video and the thumbnail. I am suggesting to learn some copywriting and at least google canva youtube thumbnails there are so many free templates witch give you better results using some design principals.

[@KaiserHustle]

it's because your thumbnails suck mate

[@anders_larsson]

@@KaiserHustle Over 800 videos with different thumbnail variations. Hmm I think not. Why not try it yourself. Start uploading videos and follow whatever an online guru recommends you. Then come back and tell me I'm wrong.

[@toothlesstheruthless]

I am busy with SEO and its a nightmare. I am also busy with the company's KZbin Channel. I look forward to our exposure growing. Thanks for this information!

[@PeterLewit]

It's an interesting point of view and the introduction to AI is actually a fact. I think that reducing SEO to backlinks strategy is restrictive... not to mention that KZbin is owned by Google and it's not new right? Also, Tiktok is consifered as a prefered option by the new generation when it comes to search for an information. So does SEO become useless in 2024? NO ... Does KZbin and Tiktok are becoming a must-have in your communication strategy in 2024 ? YES definitely !

[@MichaelsPaintingChannel]

Thank you so much for it. And you know what? While it has destroyed digital art completely, those copy & paste bots can not a paint in a video. That's a little light I can finally see!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

AI video is coming, but itll mostly jsut be good for b-roll for a while. Talking heads might feel realistic enough soon, but YT is making ppl say when vids are AI generated, and ppl wont want to watch them.

[@stevelowreyphotography]

Thank you for putting me on the path, I've toyed with this without much passion, but now I have the passion :)

[@michaeljconnolly3001]

Wes. Thank you. This is brilliant. Can’t believe you only have 11,000 views . That’s gonna change 🙏

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Glad it was helpful Michael!

[@Andraphile]

Amazing eye-opening video! I quite agree with what you said about KZbin compared to Google. I am already mainly focused on KZbin. I think that you brought out the benefits well and encouraged me that I am on the right path and should stay focused on KZbin. Thanks and well done on this video!

[@LesniakKrzysztof]

I don't think it's valid for every type of business. There are things not interesting enough to be watched on YT. By anyone.

[@Star1320Light]

people LOVE watching people cut soap, listening to marbles, knee surgery close ups, and leaves rustle. Someone wants to see it.

[@she-baartist]

@@Star1320Light true but not for coders ..

[@NarcoSarco]

I watch a 480p video of an indian explaining a wierd windows server setting and most of the time its still better then most of articles, i have to disagree on this one 😅 Everything 18+ that is not pushed by the algorithm will have a hard time tho. And of course completely ignoring how scary the power is that google holds with this...

[@paulm1835]

Hey, you watched this right?? 😅

[@aoe2023]

​@@Star1320Light not enough people to make it worth it..for some niches..just a hard cold fact.

[@davidwanamaker7296]

Wes, your content is consistently excellent and always helpful. Thank you.

[@thedrunkweddingphotographer]

As a film wedding photographer, I've been contemplating on hopping into this KZbin game for years. And I feel now is the time to jump on board. And not so much to get thousands of views, but more so for my potential client to see who I am. Personality wise.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Watch this next to make this new strategy work 10x harder for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYCll2Z9d6iaZ5I

[@plmfb]

Just curious... What are other options for those not wanting to do / be on video? Thank you for all the great content.

[@malcomgreen4747]

Hi McDowell your videos has too much sound effect it drove me dizzy as much I enjoy the content i really don't enjoy the dizziness comes from the sound affects talk to your video editors, i won't be able to watch your videos anymore because of that

[@ekot0419]

Thank you for confirming my findings. Unfortunate for me that I spent close to 3k on 3 seo courses and now they are all garbage. I knew that Ai is messing up when I asked Chatgpt about anything while I learn.

[@Review-This]

I just started my hvac business and paying for everything out of pocket until I start cash flowing. I’m in Arizona so the business demands are there. Unfortunately I’m not very tech savvy can I pay to have you help me with advertising?

[@FelizCumple2.0]

jasper a.i

[@modarhabbal9898]

can't be more agree. We are witnessing a huge shifting in marketing, e-commerce, and what used to be optimized for a search engine will needs to be optimized for AI, we can call it AIO maybe. Thanks man for this video

[@eagsh6651]

"seo" for ai is called geo (generative engine optimization) - there are already some videos and articles about it.

[@justinwayneppc]

Very very well said Wes, as usual. I enjoy watching your videos as they are always serving up knowledge from a reputable, authentic person. Keep them coming, thank you!

[@ElectroBlender]

Community building also and face to face group meets - newsletters and offering custom directories people want.

[@JaredMSewell]

I've been watching you for years, Brother, and this video is one of your best yet and by far this message is the most important message I've seen or listened to about the direction of organic search and digital marketing in a very long time. Your aim on this one is deadly accurate. God help those that don't take this advice to heart.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

I appreciate that Jared!

[@Uniguide1]

Right message, right time! Thank you!!! 🙏

[@beautylife310]

Ok, now this helps me to make up my mind to chose KZbin over blogging. great content, thanks for sharing!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Happy to point you in the right direction... go for it!

[@TerryAllison]

Great strategies. Now where do I start learning how ro implement, please?

[@fransker13]

SEO is still relevant, and many things from the traditional seo toolbox still apllies

[@islami-media]

Dear sir you have very informative discussion thank you every video is educational

[@skidrowoffroad]

We only have a single install video on YT, but thanks to some of our brand ambassadors and customers, a large portion of our sales come from YT. Now to grow our own channel!!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

That's great! KZbin is definitely a great resource - just imagine how it will affect your business as you grow your channel!

[@elizabethrosenbloom]

Thank you! You have an easy-to-follow style and narrating and walking through topics.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thank you, Elizabeth - Glad it was helpful!

[@smartdrivetest]

Brilliant content. You're oh so correct. People are ALWAYS looking for that human connection. My YT channel does a lot of selling for me. As you said, the call is very different when people find me on KZbin. All the very best, Cheers Rick [AMENDMENT] Yes, ChatGPT can pump out blog articles. Unfortunately, these are ones that sound like a "BAD" copy editor wrote. I'm guilty of writing my "Zero Draft" with ChatGPT, but I spend a few hours fact checking and rewriting the article before posting it to my blog. At this point writing with AI is like the videos - it fools the uninitiated, but those that know real quality, can see through it. And we could get in to the whole academic discussion about access to information vs. critical thinking, but that would make for a very long blog post. Thank you for your thoughts. Cheers Rick

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thanks for sharing!

[@tamalinandan6689]

This video was a game changer for me. Backlink Fu helped magnify the effects!

[@PaytonClarkSmith]

I appreciate your take on this 👍🏻 I still think (hope) we are still not to the point where backlinks are out of the question but there is no doubt KZbin is the better search engine to target. Thanks Wes 👊🏻

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Great point! Thank you for sharing!

[@AlphonseElkana]

Hi

[@seowithkm]

Agree. SEO will be tough with time. Websites or businesses have to work on Omni Presence.

[@darndarn99]

Watching this again and wow!! After my first watch I went and watched the video you put up in the card and again!! Wow!! I would say being on video has always been a mental block for me , seo guy here🤔 but I am going to be implementing this short form content for my local seo business 👍

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Glad to hear this was helpful! Let me know how it goes!

[@MitchellBurke-k9l]

Thanks for the video! Loved it very much!

[@JanineMKartist]

can't wait to start a channel for my art and creativity. Should I make a new separate channel just for it? this account is just my surfing KZbin account. I don't use it as an upload channel and I've had my account like this for years. I thought of making a new gmail account just for having a dedicated KZbin channel for my artwork and all things crafty and creative.

[@UrbanCraftTv]

Go for it

[@grzegorzbaranik7589]

This is the first time I subscribed to a channel the second after watching the first video of yours. Everything you said is so much in line with my observations and what I hear from people building successful brands on social media. Also, I love the way you created this piece of content. Great, great job! --- Heading over to the next one... ;-)

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thank you so much Gregorz, appreciate you!

[@MWDPond]

Would love to know who does your video editing. They're doing a great job.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thank you! We have a great editor.

[@sarahjanevincent1178]

I somewhat agree to this. This would not be the best strategy for local SEO businesses. Also, blogging although it might be harder to get featured in the SERPs when you do the traffic will be much more qualified and more likely to convert into leads/sales. Yes people like to watch video content but people do also like to read blogs. Depends on where that person is in the sales funnel. YT is mainly for How to tutorials which is usually the top of funnel. IMO the goal is to get website visitors and sales. I have never bought a thing off anyone I searched a how to tutorial on YT for but I have ended up onto their sales funnels.

[@GetCreativeTools]

Im still trying to figure it all out. Was so impressed by the AI features that are available. I think you are correct that Google will make it where Chat GPT is the go to way for people to get the information that they want. Bloggers will have to be cross posting on the social media platforms more in order to be seen and will have to pay for ads. I turned my ads off seeing that I need to have the products in place before I try to grab my audience. Talk about putting the cart before the horse. I did that. So stepping back to create the products and determine where my audience will be after I get the website established. Thanks for teaching us through your videos. Looking forward to watching more from you. Cathy 😊

[@Thefreemans-interesting-music]

I think it is high time to split "find the book in the library" SEO and "how popular is this book compared to others like it" SEO. You gotta always do the first to get to the second. I can't see this ever changing unless we get rid of databases and filing systems.

[@michaelbauzon2124]

it depends on the type of business you are into and the type of audience/market you are targeting 🙂

[@ignite-local]

This validated my chosen approach :) thanks!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

So glad!

[@kabeloignatiusmosala9769]

Video editing on point!

[@mannya_realtor]

Google Gemini is going to be a gamer changer. I absolutely agree that KZbin is going to be so much more important. People want to feel like they learn from PEOPLE not from ROBOTS.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Absolutely!

[@Jase269]

Damn, watched 3/4 of this video before I realised it wasn't relevant to my Shopify store. Grr.

[@englishwithphil42]

That's a good point, Wes, and it will definitely become more and more relevant in the future. After I saw my kid searching KZbin for "What to do if your parents took your tablet away", I understood its potential 😂

[@MsBkene]

Thank you so much for sharing these ideas!

[@ri-lh3zi]

Great video, Wes! I've always believed that Google search would eventually evolve beyond its current form. While traditional search engines will likely persist for the next decade, we're heading toward a future where AI-driven fact-checking and real-time answers will dominate. You're absolutely right about the significance of KZbin ranking. As content creators, understanding how to optimize for KZbin's algorithms is crucial. Additionally, PPC (pay per click) and social media ads are becoming increasingly vital for businesses, not just large corporations but also medium-sized enterprises. Interestingly, Google's revenue heavily relies on PPC. They've been cautious about fully embracing AI in search because they want users to continue searching and clicking on ads. However, I wonder if their next move will involve allowing businesses to pay for visibility in AI-generated search results. Your observation about people preferring human presence in videos is spot-on. As AI adoption grows, viewers will seek answers in visual formats, even if the content was initially generated by AI. It's fascinating to consider how SEO specialists will adapt their strategies to optimize content specifically for AI-driven search engines.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thank you! And thank you for sharing your insight

[@chipcook5346]

So true, your thoughts on KZbin videos (and searches). Even more than so true. People really do not want to see and listen to AI B-roll crapeos. They want a human. If they spend way too much time on YT, they can't stand AI generated content at all and will punish any channel that does that faceless AI stuff. By the way, your copy is really compelling.

[@waylandmayo]

Agreed 100%. This will be a shock for my customers, but as I began my pivot months ago they will have to do the same. It's funny that every time I got a call, back in the early 2000's, stating 'he's' #1 one and 'he' doesn't deserve it... I deserve and want #1 because I'm the best... I would think to myself... BUT you're NOT doing business, you're just throwing a website on the web and expecting the world to beat your door down with $. However, I sold them SEO anyway because they wouldn't have considered doing business-sales-offers-marketing-landing pages-content-etc anyway.

[@belmarra5172]

Very good explanation Wes. KZbin is the place to be.

[@tobaoduwaiye]

I'm jumping on KZbin. Thank you for this information

[@sleepmasterscanada]

Wes, I think you're great pal! Thank you for your videos, very helpful!

[@theefirstladylo]

This was helpful in so many ways, thanks

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Glad it was helpful!

[@helenbrennercoaching]

How about YT for video, change format for IG, TT, FB, put the audio of it on podcast, put the written transcript in a blog (I prefer reading over watching depending on content), and a pin on Pinterest...all with one piece of content? Create it once and divide and conquer!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Yea, my thinking on that is why not repurpose? Esp with all the AI tools that we have today. Cheers!

[@stevo728822]

I think SEO is still valid on You Tube when people type a search term into the search bar. But as you point out, most videos are being watched by clicking on the recommended list of videos. And that list is based more upon your historical preferences. However, I think the recommended list works more like the 6 degrees of separation rule. If I like watching videos about dogs but not cats, then YT will compare my viewing behaviour with other viewers who also like dogs but not cats. There is a high degree of overlap between me and another viewer. Simple union overlap of subsets maths. YT will then recommend me a non dog video that other person also likes because of our viewing similarity. For example, I might never have watched videos about bungee jumping, but because my counterpart matches my viewing behaviour by 60% on dog videos, the bungee jumping video they like will be added to my recommended list on the assumption we have similar viewing patterns. YT subscriptions don't appear to do much these days. They seem to operate more like bookmarks than affecting our recommended list. There are some channels I've been subscribed to for years but their new videos don't appear on my list. I have to manually go back to their home page to view them.

[@michaelbaysorensen]

So. SEO is dead? Just like it was last year, and the year before that, and the year before that 🤣? Every new year there is this SEO is dead thing.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Did I say dead? Or that KZbin’s just a better opportunity?

[@marksanders1301]

This video was immensely helpful to me.

[@songwriterautodidacte9853]

Thank you so much for the great content. I am very impressed with the edit of your video. Do you make it in-house ? Do you delegate ? Any special tool used for the edit ? Can't wait to see new content from you.

[@TheSnowmanBKK]

The constant in and out panning is very very annoying

[@qt3dot146]

Wow. Thank you. I just posted a comment above, and you INSTANTLY provided proof of my assertations.

[@careercoachforlawyers]

So interesting. Calls through Google are pretty much a waste of time. They don't know me and there's no know-like-trust already.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

EXACTLY my point :) Cheers, hope you're gonan give this a try if you havent already!

[@supplyia]

I feel that it is easy to reach a certain level, but it will be difficult to break through later, unless a process-oriented team is required.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Sure, but the bigger point is for most businesses to make YT successful, you never even have to "go viral." A modest channel with the right viewers can work amazingly well.

[@supplyia]

@@WesMcDowellInc Yes, the accuracy of the audience is the primary condition we need to consider, not large irrelevant traffic

[@annatataruch]

Gosh, your cabinet is beautiful 🤩

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thx Anna!

[@louiseyvette2261]

I really wonder why YT creators are so often promoting it to other people to take it up.

[@SOLARBEARSTUDIOS]

…. we did one mix video on youtube for the wedding company …. got 800 views in like a week and clients have mentioned it in meetings . i believe in the tube

[@JohnAdams-mt8pfd]

You explain it very well!

[@DavidDay-j4g]

It's a pleasure to watch.

[@VisionCarrierDreamCatcher]

Makes so much sense, for anything.

[@stevenicol6381]

I find that, although you tube is entertaining and educational, the moment the add pops up mid sentence, my concentration is gone. It is so annoying that the message is missed completely. I didnt finish watching this - my mind was elsewhere. At least with reading text, I can finish without being disrupted.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thank you for your feedback!

[@GentlemensWatchServices]

This works for me. 80 percent of my customers come via KZbin.

[@dansurfrider]

Hey Wes, would that tactic also make sense for local results? E.g. Chiropractor San Diego, etc.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Hey Dan, less so for sure. The way this works best is if you can basically work with ppl anywhere, bc they will find you FROM everywhere this way. But there are definitely local businesses who this has worked for, so many doctors out there who I would imagine can only work on patients locally, but they're still killing it.

[@j.m.silva__]

This makes sense! I found you for the same reasons you're mentioning haha. I like the way you think min 10:44 !

[@SkinLaserSpecialist]

Wes, I love your website launchpad course! Thank you! Question: I have an anonymous site, I don’t think KZbin would resonate in the way I would hope for without a face :( ideas?

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Thank you, and welcome to the Launchpad! Yea, unless you're willing to show your face, KZbin probably isn't going to be worth your effort. The whole point is to build trust and have people feel like they know you.

[@JohnDeUlloa]

Hi Wes as the creator of the term SEO I couldn't agree more. There is one thing you left off and that's where to host your website. That answer is easy but few if any talk about it.

[@TrailerimportSe]

I really don´t get it regarding AI-generated search answers - there will be sources shown so the best content will get the hit. Do you mean we´ll be not deep diving to the source links and instead keep on asking Gemini instead?

[@roccons]

Exactly, a lot of people no longer explore the links but many times stay with Google's short answers that are often totally wrong due to lack of context. And with the amount of junk content that has been generated in search of SEO, that still drives more people to prefer AI answers than results optimized to rank high.

[@Miradis]

Google Gemini does not show sources

[@qt3dot146]

But who decides what is "best content"? AI can't actually tell what is "best content" as AI has no human emotions, plus "best content" will be different for each situation.

[@aluxurytravelblog]

Hi @WesMcDowellInc - great video. What would you say to people who are not keen to "put themselves out there" for all to see. I've been runing a travel blog for almost 20 years but like to keep things relatively private (I guess I'm introverted - my blog posts focus on destinations, hotels, etc. rather than myself, and I'm not always travelling)... what would you suggest for someone like me?

[@jimtolles7706]

This is an excellent and thoughtful video. I agree that video is the best way to hedge against the mountains of crappy and mediocre AI written content that is gumming up everything and drowning out quality content.

[@WesMcDowellInc]

well said Jim!

[@MentorMEio]

Loved this content! I've also been looking into KZbin SEO. Do you have any further tips please? I've heard a lot about Chapters, but noticed you aren't using them on this video!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

I dont get that into the little tactics like that, just get started! You can always get fancy later.

[@MichaelPerkins-jm5lv]

Thanks for the video! Loved it very much!

[@WesMcDowellInc]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LachlanLucas-i5f]

Great video!

[@SagarBediOfficial]

Agree but not completely, Organic traffic still valuable, but according to your services, I must say YES, your video content can help you gain more valuable clients because people who are reaching out to you know that you are a valuable person in this field and you are the best person to get services from, So SEO is not waste :) and your idea to make space in to KZbin is commendable, Thanks

[@WesMcDowellInc]

It’s a waste of time in the sense that time is limited and you’d get better results spending that time on KZbin rather than on seo.