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SEO Best Practices for Small Business Websites

September 15, 2025 7 min read Jones DDA Team
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Search engine optimization (SEO) helps your website rank higher in search results, making it easier for potential customers to find you. Here are essential SEO strategies every small business should implement.

Start with Keyword Research

Understand what your customers are searching for. Use tools like Google Keyword Planner to find relevant keywords with good search volume and manageable competition. Focus on long-tail keywords that are specific to your business.

Optimize Your Page Titles and Descriptions

Every page should have a unique, descriptive title tag (50-60 characters) and meta description (150-160 characters) that includes your target keywords and entices users to click.

Create Quality Content

Content is king in SEO. Regularly publish helpful, relevant content that answers your customers' questions. Blog posts, guides, and FAQs can all help improve your rankings while providing value to visitors.

Optimize for Local Search

Claim your Google Business Profile and ensure your business information is consistent across all online directories. Include your location in page content and meta tags to rank for local searches.

Improve Site Speed

Page speed is a ranking factor. Optimize images, enable caching, and minimize code to ensure your site loads quickly. Google PageSpeed Insights can help identify performance issues.

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All websites we build at Jones Digital Design Agency are SEO-optimized from the start, giving you the best chance of ranking well in search results.

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