Search Engine Optimization Resources

Search engine optimization is a growing field. The services are provided by large marketing firms and independent consultants such as myself, and there is a great variety of options and differences of opinion among those of us who work to help web sites perform better. Below are a number of the resources I use on a regular basis to continue my education, help others, and debate with my colleagues. If you know of a useful SEO resource that I've missed here, feel free to contact me and let me know.

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SEO Forums

• High Rankings Forum (I serve as a moderator there.)
• Cre8asite Forums

Web Developers

The following are web design firms I have worked with and feel confident in recommending, whether you are a client of Raise My Rank Services or not.

• CBrody.com - London-based consultancy specializing in web design, computer support, networking and project management.
• MOR Designs - Web design and hosting firm located in Orange County, California, specializing in building and hosting sites for small businesses.
• Kalidust Designs - Website development firm based in Opelousas, Louisiana, specializing in building standards-compliant, fully accessible sites.
• TimeForCake Creative Media - Based in Frisco, Colorado, TFC creates sites, logos, web applications, posters and interactive CD-ROMs.

Copywriters

These are copywriters who are experienced in both writing for the web and working with an SEO:

• Julia Hyde
• Karon Thackston

Products

• Karon Thackston's web copywriting e-books

Tools

• Lynx Viewer
• Summit Media Spider Simulator
• Wordtracker

SEO Organizations

• SEMNE - Search Engine Marketing Organization, New England
• SeoPros
• SEO Consultants
• SMA-NA - The Search Marketing Association of North America

News and Advice

• Google's Advice on SEO
• Jill Whalen of High Rankings
• Search Engine Land