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The first page of Google is priceless |
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 The first result page is getting more important
The study revealed some trends that show that the first page of the search results is getting more important:
- 68% of search engine users click results on the first page of search results, compared to 62% in 2006, and 60% in 2004.Only 8% of search engine users review more than the first three pages prior to clicking on a result.
- 49% of search engine users who continue their search when not finding what they are looking for, change and/or re-launch their search after reviewing just the first page of search results, up from 40% in 2006, and 42% in 2004.
- 37% of online user’s associate appearance at the top of search results with a company's leadership within its industry or category, up slightly from 35% in 2006 and 33% in 2002.
What does this mean for your website rankings?
The study clearly shows that it is very important to be listed on the first page of the search results.
1. If your website cannot be found in the top 10 results for your keywords, then you should optimize your web pages
2. In addition to getting top 10 rankings, it is also important that your web pages attract visitors. Write compelling web page content and descriptions Tags.. The more attractive the headline of your web page in the search results, the more people will visit your site.
Your website must be found in the top 10 results and it must be attractive enough for visitors wanting to browse. If your website is not listed on the first result page your business will loose potential business.
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