SEO Discovery - 22 years in SEO

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the COO of mindfulknits.store. We manufacture and sell knitting kits, crochet kits, and cotton and acrylic yarn for knitters and crocheters worldwide to promote the health benefits of these activities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with SEO Discovery?

We needed help with our SEO.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

SEO Discovery helps us with our SEO efforts. We plan the deliverables for each month, which can include articles, videos, slideshows, and blog posts. Before publishing anything, we proofread, edit, and approve the content. As for videos specifically, they create one animated video each quarter, which is usually around 2–3 minutes long.

SEO requires certain features in websites that ours didn’t have. Thus, SEO Discovery initially recommended some changes to our website. They made the small tweaks themselves with my approval, and our own team made the bigger changes that required development work with SEO Discovery’s guidance.

What is the team composition?

During the first year of our engagement, we typically worked with two people: a project manager and a developer. Now, we work with 3–4 people from SEO Discovery.

How did you come to work with SEO Discovery?

I found SEO Discovery through web research. They were rated as one of the top 50 SEO companies in India, and as I’m from India and I know the situation out there, I decided to call them. They explained their approach to SEO, and we discussed a rate for their services. When we were both on the same page, I hired them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve invested about $15,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working around October 2019, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? 

In the past two weeks, we’ve had 576 new users on our website. As for ROI, our sales volume has increased by approximately 250% since October 2019. I don’t attribute these numbers entirely to SEO Discovery’s work, but they’ve definitely helped. They offer excellent value for the money, so I’m 100% satisfied with their services.

How did SEO Discovery perform from a project management standpoint?

SEO Discovery has done a great job keeping everything on schedule and staying within budget. They use a project management site, where they put the plan and deliverables for each month. Additionally, they send us a bi-weekly email with a link to the dashboard that shows the progress of their work. We’re also in contact with the project manager and the developer via Slack, and we have video calls through Skype.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I really like that SEO Discovery’s team members are very serious about their jobs. The people I’ve interacted with are very qualified and knowledgeable about their areas of expertise, and they’re very responsive as well.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t know how realistic my expectations were, but I was expecting to appear on the first page of search results with generic search terms a little bit faster. However, I know it is a difficult thing to achieve. Thus, I would only advise SEO Discovery to try to get their customers to the first page of Google for generic search terms faster.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Don’t give up and stick to the engagement for the long term. SEO Discovery does their work, but you also need to do work on your own so that you can get results.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of a health supplement manufacturer.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with SEO Discovery?

We needed their web development and SEO marketing services.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

SEO Discovery has initially built our WordPress website from scratch, incorporating a visitor counter plugin, pop-up notifications, and brand-specific design elements. Upon completing the website, they’ve conducted keyword research, generated a report, and identified tailored keywords to improve our organic traffic. SEO Discovery continues to deploy content and design updates to improve our website's performance.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with at least four of SEO Discovery’s resources, including their project manager and developers.

How did you come to work with SEO Discovery?

One of my contacts from India recommended SEO Discovery’s team to me.

How much have you invested with them?

I’ve spent $360 on the website, and  I pay SEO Discovery a $200 monthly retainer fee.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our ongoing engagement started in November 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

SEO Discovery has developed a website that encapsulates our exact design and functionality needs. Apart from creating a user-friendly platform, they’ve also leveraged our presence through their SEO knowledge.

How did SEO Discovery perform from a project management standpoint?

We communicate via WhatsApp and Zoom. SEO Discovery has executed each project phase professionally and worked smoothly within our time frames and budget.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We’re most impressed with their keen understanding of our requirements and our users' needs.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Nothing crosses my mind — SEO Discovery has been a reliable partner from the start.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Do your part as their customer by providing concise feedback and trusting their initiatives.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am a Managing partner of Karthik Tours and Travels, Based in Goa. where we provide sightseeing services and Adventure activities such as Scuba Diving, water sports, Waterfall trip and other adventure activities to the clients in Goa

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SEO Discovery, and what were your goals?

We were growing our services and wanted to expand our reach. We hired them to provide Full scale SEO services to improve our rankings and grow traffic to our website.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

one of our clients refered them to us who had earlier take their services and were satisfied with their services.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

They helped us in finding the right key words for our business and promoting them to get the right type of traffic to our project

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

They assigned a project manager who distributed work amonst their team . they used to send summary of work report completed every week.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Since the implementation of the SEO efforts, we are raking in the 1st page for several key words. our site is steadily growing too. some visitors to our store told us that they found about our services online... thats the good sign.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

They have been great at managing our expectations and meeting deadlines.We mostly use emails to communicate and they are always quick to respond and implement changes.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their level of professionalism and overall knowledge of the industry stood out. They put in a lot of due diligence before getting started and its ensured we've had a smooth project. Also I really appeciate their follow through and willinness to deliver.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I'd like if they come with more ideas. They are great at implementing ours, but a dispaly of more creativity on their wnd woud be nice

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a company providing ISO Certification Consultation Services for companies in Australia and Qatar.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SEO Discovery, and what were your goals?

We needed support and expertise to boost our rankings for certain keywords for our existing website and also for the new website of the new office in Australia.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Their reviews online were convincing and their proposal sent to us were attentive compared to the others that we received.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

Scope of work was to boost our rankings for certain keywords in google, KP visibility for given keywords. Project steps were to follow SEO related work to enhance ranking.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked with about Four people. Initial communication were with 2 people who were in their marketing/sales team and the project is managed by Jai with assistance of Deepika.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

We started the SEO campaign in May 2020 and with less than 3 months SEO Discovery were able to achieve 1st position in google for our company website for the most targeted competitive keywords.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Their project management style was professional and result oriented which delivered positive outcome within a short period. They provided weekly reports with detailed review of all work completed during the week which was very easy for us to monitor.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their expertise was top-notch. We were always able to ask questions, and they always provided an in-depth response to any of our questions. Jai and Deepika were always responsive and certainly impressive. Cudos to those two for a job well done as we continue to work with them on the same project.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Nothing I could think of.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of Blue Light Labs multimedia. I manage a web development and marketing firm in Atlanta Georgia.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SEO Discovery?

We wanted more help with our organic SEO tasks for us as well as our clients.

What were your goals for this project?

Get more exposure for our website as well as our clients.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I have been looking for over 4 years now jumping from one to the other and feel now we have finally made a good decision. I can't remember how we found them to be honest.

Describe the project in detail.

Optimize website projects and suggest intelligent modifications to achieve better organic SEO results and authority.

What was the team composition?

We have been working with Gurpreet - Account Manager directly however everyone I have communicated with so far have been helpful and responsive.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

In a few short months we have gained ranking on extremely competitive keywords in search

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication has been A+, consistent and productive.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Amazing experience! I have been working with SEO Discovery for only 2 months now. I have to say it is so refreshing to work with a group that actually cares about your results. These guys put in the work and have really made me feel like I have found a new home for my SEO outsourcing. The communication is spot on and there is no beating around the bush. I have been an SEO myself since 2000 and know enough to understand who is doing the quality work. Over the past 8 years I have jumped companies many times with horrible experiences.

Are there any areas for improvement?

So far I am 100% satisfied .

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the manager of an IT company that works with Travel Businesses.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SEO Discovery?

To help us on Off-Page SEO

What were your goals for this project?

Helps us improve the ranking online

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I found them online and found they have a great reputation

Describe the project in detail.

I cant to be honest

What was the team composition?

2 Project managers

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

we had good progress on the platform we are promoting and we are still working on it

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The team has been here to help us with anything we wanted.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Costumer support

Are there any areas for improvement?

Quality of back links

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m a freelance filmmaker, photographer, and producer.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SEO Discovery?

As a sole trader in the media industry, I needed my website and services to stand out in a crowded market. I knew I wasn’t capable of boosting my SEO alone.

What were your goals for this project?

I wanted to find new clients and business as I added photography to my skills and services.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I did research and found SEO Discovery on various lists of trusted and affordable agencies. I approached others, but SEO Discovery was the only one that didn’t bombard me with emails. They simply asked to arrange a call at my convenience. Their team seemed to care about my needs and not just selling their services. SEO Discovery was completely transparent.

Describe the project in detail.

My website, which was created to find new clients, was nowhere to be found on Google. SEO Discovery, realizing my competitive industry, compiled keywords that would boost my website.

What was the team composition?

I speak directly with their senior project manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any statistics or metrics that speak to the quality of their work and impact of the engagement?

My page can now be found on the first few pages of Google when users search for my services. About 35% of my site visits were due to the work SEO Discovery does. I’ve secured paid work and even made new contacts since working with them. I’m beyond impressed with SEO Discovery.

How did SEO Discovery perform from a project management standpoint?

The project manager sends weekly reports. Communication is seamless. Their team is friendly and laid-back. Working with SEO Discovery is a pleasure.

What impresses you about SEO Discovery?

SEO Discovery’s professional team is committed to their projects. I couldn’t ask for better customer service.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I have no complaints working with SEO Discovery.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the sales director for the Builder Merchant Group. We’re a national organization, providing timber and building materials across the U.K.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with SEO Discovery?

We initially approached them to handle our SEO for our website but have expanded their role to include paid search and social media. Our goal was to land on the first page of Google for all of our keywords.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

After auditing our site, they helped us research and identify keywords to target and modified our site to be more SEO compliant. Their current core role is to oversee our organic keywords, but they also handle our AdWords account and manage our social media. We suggest the topics, and they generate the content and post it. Occasionally, we have them push a product, so they capture the images, conduct research, and write the text.

What is the team composition?

We’re typically in contact with our account manager.

How did you come to work with SEO Discovery?

We found them on the internet and tried them out for a month. They did a good job, so we never looked back.

How much have you invested with them?

We spend between $3,000–$3,500 per month.

What is the status of this engagement?

Their work started in 2016 and is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Thanks to their digital marketing strategies, our e-commerce business is booming. We have one of the biggest online presence for building materials in the U.K. Every week, they provide an in-depth report for all of our keywords, AdWords, and social media. They’ve managed to get us to the top ranking for nearly all of our targeted terms, and they’ve maintained a strong cost-per-click ratio for our AdWords spend. In terms of social media, we didn’t have much of a presence before they came along, but now we get a lot of follower engagement.

How did SEO Discovery perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re very independent and manage their time well. When they give an estimate of how long it will take for a keyword to reach the top spot, they commit to it. And if they don’t meet that goal, then they work on it without charge until they finish. In terms of communication, we typically interface by phone and email. This year, we were able to see them in person. They came over from India, and we were pleased with the meeting.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Beyond increasing our online presence, I appreciate that they have a good understanding of our products. Even though they’re not in the U.K., they’re able to grasp what we do.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I’m not an expert in the field, so I can’t really comment. However, we’re happy with their service.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the operations manager for Healthy Trim, a company that specializes in dietary supplements.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire SEO Discovery - Guaranteed Results?

We needed SEO for our primary website.

What were your goals for this project?

We wanted to increase our visibility organically.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We searched for vendors online and found SEO Discovery. We chose them based on a price comparison and user reviews.

Describe the project in detail.

We're very limited from a paid search standpoint, so the task for them was to help us boost brand awareness and increase site traffic organically. We consulted with them and came up with a strategy that focuses on the popular keywords within the industry along with branded keywords that help us accomplish this goal.

What was the team composition?

I communicate directly with their project manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any statistics or metrics that speak to the quality of their work and impact of the engagement?

We're focusing on over 20 keywords and are ranking on the first page of results for most of them.

How effective was the project management?

It's essentially just their project manager and I that discuss the project, which streamlines the work and expedites any revisions that need to be made. The process is simple yet extremely effective.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We’ve been using their services for almost two years and couldn’t be happier. Our organic reach increases on a continual basis and web traffic remains steady. Our industry is highly scrutinized, which limits us in many ways from a paid online advertising perspective, so seeing results like this helps us tremendously. SEO Discovery is highly recommended to anyone in the market for an SEO professional.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We simply can't ask for more for the price we pay each month.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of Shan Photography, which is a wedding photography company based in Chicago.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with SEO Discovery?

We wanted to revamp our website and strengthen its keyword optimization to move higher up within Google rankings in our competitive market.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They redesigned our Wordpress website, making it more visually pleasing and cohesive for our customers. For search engine optimization, we focused on two key phrases: “Wedding photographer Chicago” and “Indian wedding photographer Chicago.” They optimized our content around those key phrases to move it up within Google search.

What is the team dynamic? 

I work primarily with one of their SEO specialists.

How did you come to work with SEO Discovery?

We worked with SEO specialists before, but we were unhappy with the results and the price. I then did an online search, and found SEO Discovery. Their work appeared to be of high-quality and their prices were reasonable, so I decided to partner with them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve invested approximately $500 per month.

What is the status of this engagement?

We partnered with them in March 2017 and continue to work with them.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

For “Indian wedding photographer Chicago,” we’re the third result on Google search. For “wedding photographer Chicago,” we place on the 2nd Google search results page, when we previously placed on the 12th or 13th page.

How did SEO Discovery perform from a project management standpoint?

Despite them being on offshore company with a large time difference, they responded quickly to any issue I had. At my request, we communicated mostly via email, but when needed, we spoke on the phone.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re very professional, and they problem-solve quickly.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Their customer service could be improved.