What if I told you that traditional SEO is no longer enough? That your content could be top-notch, your keywords dialled in, and yet, still invisible where your audience actually spends their time? Welcome to the era of Search Everywhere.

Today, we’re unpacking one of the biggest shifts in digital marketing strategy: the transformation from search engine optimisation to what I like to call 'Search Everywhere Optimisation.'

It’s no longer just about ranking on Google. Discoverability today stretches across YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Amazon—even within the feeds and internal search bars of every major platform. And the rules of the game? They’re changing fast.

In this episode, we’re going deep. We’ll trace where SEO started, how it's evolved, and why marketers need to rethink their entire approach to visibility. By the end, you'll walk away with practical strategies to ensure your brand shows up where your audience is actually looking.

Back in the early days of the internet, SEO was pretty straightforward—almost crude, really. If you wanted to rank on a search engine, you stuffed your page with keywords, loaded up on backlinks, and hoped no one noticed your white text on a white background. It was the digital Wild West.

But then came the era of Google dominance. With it, a steady stream of algorithm updates—Panda, Penguin, Hummingbird—each one refining how search engines understood content. Suddenly, quality mattered. Relevance mattered. And so did user experience.

We saw mobile-first indexing become the norm. Page speed, site structure, and content depth started to influence rankings. Marketers shifted focus from just 'keywords' to intent. SEO matured into a discipline that required real strategy—grounded in empathy for how users search and what they expect to find.

But here’s the thing: while all eyes stayed fixed on Google’s SERPs, a quiet revolution was brewing elsewhere. People weren’t just searching on search engines anymore—they were discovering through social feeds, app stores, marketplaces, and more. The path to content was fragmenting.

That’s where we find ourselves today: at the edge of a new frontier. The old SEO rules? Still relevant—but only as part of a much bigger picture.

'Search Everywhere Optimisation' is a mindset shift. Instead of focusing solely on Google, we start thinking holistically about discoverability. It's about understanding that people are searching—actively or passively—on platforms far beyond a single search bar.

The Pursuit Agency

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Summary

In this episode of Marketing Unzipped, Rob Curtis delves into the principles of legendary marketer David Ogilvy. The discussion covers Ogilvy's unique background, his customer-first philosophy, the importance of research, and the need for clarity in marketing. Curtis emphasizes that Ogilvy's timeless strategies can be applied by anyone, regardless of their business size, to create effective marketing that resonates with audiences.

Takeaways

Ogilvy's approach is still relevant for modern marketers.
Respecting the customer is key to effective marketing.
Headlines are crucial; they should capture attention immediately.
Research should inform all marketing decisions, not guesswork.
Clarity in messaging builds trust with the audience.
Marketing should focus on benefits, not just features.
Avoid jargon; speak in plain language that resonates.
Testing and iteration are essential for successful campaigns.
Ogilvy's principles can be applied by businesses of any size.
Marketing should be about helping customers make decisions.

The Pursuit Agency

Did you know, there are 5.9 million SMEs totally stuck with their marketing. And with MyMarketr.io, that ends now!

Tired of juggling tools, guessing strategies, or wasting time on content that goes nowhere? MyMarketr.io gives you the only thing you need to grow: Results, without the agency price tag.

In this episode of Marketing Unzipped we talk about the Conversion Rate Conundrum!

What if I told you your website might be bleeding potential customers—and you don’t even know it?

You’ve done the work. The ads are running. Your SEO’s firing. Traffic is coming in.

And yet… conversions are nowhere near where they should be. Sound familiar?

If you’ve ever stared at your analytics wondering why visitors aren’t turning into leads—or worse, into customers—this episode is for you. We’re going to break down eight key reasons why your website may not be converting and, more importantly, what you can do about it.

The eight reasons that we cover today include:
1.You’re attracting the wrong traffic. A common misconception is the belief that more traffic automatically leads to more conversions. While increasing website visitors is essential, it's the quality of that traffic that truly matters!
2.You’re using the wrong marketing channels. Building upon the importance of quality traffic, we’ll explore the significance of selecting the appropriate marketing channels. Even with a well-defined target audience, using the wrong platforms can hinder your conversion efforts.
3.Your value proposition isn’t clear. We delve into the concept of the value proposition and its critical role in conversion optimization. A compelling value proposition clearly communicates the unique benefits your product or service offers, distinguishing you from competitors.
4.Your site doesn’t build enough trust. It’s one of the most underestimated components of conversion—yet it’s absolutely foundational.
5.Your load times are too slow. Site speed has a direct, measurable impact on conversion rates. A delay of just one second can reduce conversions by up to 7%, according to HubSpot.
6.Your conversion path is confusing. Even with all the right elements, if your site’s navigation or conversion path is confusing, you’re putting unnecessary barriers in the way.
7.Your CTAs are too weak. The final nudge. The closer. And yet, so often, they’re an afterthought.
8.You’re not following up effectively. Even if someone converts—downloads a guide, signs up for a free trial, or books a call—the journey doesn’t end there. And if you don’t follow up effectively, all that effort to get the conversion might still go to waste.

So, get comfy, grab a notebook and get comfy while you learn about why your website content isn’t converting for you!

The Pursuit Agency

Did you know, there are 5.9 million SMEs totally stuck with their marketing. And with MyMarketr.io, that ends now!

Tired of juggling tools, guessing strategies, or wasting time on content that goes nowhere? MyMarketr.io gives you the only thing you need to grow: Results, without the agency price tag.