SEO Dance

Google may not be the only search engine in town but there is no doubt that they are very powerful. Millions use their search engine to find the information they are looking for while webmasters try their best to optimize their website to get noticed in the search results. But what happens when your search ratings fall because of lost PageRank or even worse, de-indexed by Google?

It is hard to overcome a loss of traffic but with time and a plan, that traffic will come back. Here are some suggestions for marketing your website should you find a sudden loss in traffic.

For blogs:

Taking part in a MEME is a nice traffic booster even if it might only be for a day. When taking part in a MEME, choose one closely related to your blog and then comment on other participant’s blog. Over time, MEMEs can help build your community of readers.

Blog carnivals are a collection of articles that all cover a common theme. Blog carnivals are advertised as magazines with some being published as often as monthly. Blogcarnival.com will list the blog carnivals and their next publishing date, how to submit, etc.

Comment on other blogs. It’s amazing how many people do click on URLs through comments. Say something insightful, thought provoking as a comment. Help add to the conversation, and you will certainly pique the interest of at least a few readers.

For websites:

Link exchanges are a way to find new visitors. It does take time and patience, i.e, not a quick fix solution. Sadly, other than paying for visitors, it will take time to once again have traffic flowing to your website.

Have a contest or write an in-depth article. Then write your own press release then submit to press release distribution websites that will help to get the word out about your news.

Submit to directories. Even if some are paid, if they are well recognized then it could possibly be worth it.

For blogs or websites:

Submit articles to social networks like Digg, delicious, and Stumble Upon. Be sure to take part in the social network communities by commenting and voting for other articles. Build your friends and network with Send out bulletins of your best article to your friends on My Space.

Being penalized by Google can really hurt traffic and search results. It might take time to bounce back but using web resources can help you gain exposure and win some of that traffic and hopefully more within time.