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My Methodology

A Transparent SEO Process

No black boxes. No mystery. Here's exactly what happens when you work with me, month by month, so you always know what you're paying for.

Overview

The 6-Month Framework

My process is designed to build a solid foundation before scaling. This systematic approach ensures sustainable results, not quick wins that disappear.

Month 1

Discovery & Foundation

Understanding your business, market, and establishing the baseline

Month 2

Technical Foundation

Fixing technical issues that prevent proper crawling and indexing

Month 3

On-Page Optimisation

Optimising existing pages for target keywords and user intent

Month 4

Content & Authority

Content production begins in earnest, link building accelerates

Month 5

Scaling & Optimisation

Scaling what works, optimising underperforming areas

Month 6+

Growth & Maintenance

Sustained growth through continuous optimisation

Detailed Breakdown

Month-by-Month Breakdown

Here's exactly what happens each month of your SEO journey

Month 1

Discovery & Foundation

Understanding your business, market, and establishing the baseline

Activities

Kickoff Call

Deep dive into your business goals, target audience, and competitive landscape

Account Setup

Google Analytics 4, Search Console, and tracking implementation

Comprehensive Audit

Technical, on-page, content, and backlink analysis

Competitor Research

Analysing top competitors' strategies and identifying gaps

Keyword Research

Identifying high-value keywords aligned with business objectives

Strategy Document

Detailed 6-month roadmap with priorities and expected outcomes

Deliverables

  • Full SEO audit report
  • Competitor analysis document
  • Keyword research spreadsheet
  • 6-month strategy roadmap
Month 2

Technical Foundation

Fixing technical issues that prevent proper crawling and indexing

Activities

Critical Fixes

Addressing crawl errors, broken links, and indexation issues

Site Speed

Core Web Vitals optimisation, image compression, code cleanup

Mobile Optimisation

Ensuring perfect mobile experience across all devices

Schema Implementation

Adding structured data for rich search results

URL Structure

Optimising URL hierarchy and fixing redirect chains

Internal Linking

Initial audit and fixing of internal link structure

Deliverables

  • Technical implementation log
  • Core Web Vitals report
  • Schema markup documentation
  • Progress report
Month 3

On-Page Optimisation

Optimising existing pages for target keywords and user intent

Activities

Title & Meta Updates

Crafting compelling, keyword-optimised titles and descriptions

Header Optimisation

Restructuring H1-H6 tags for semantic clarity

Content Enhancement

Improving existing content for relevance and comprehensiveness

Image Optimisation

Alt tags, file names, compression, and lazy loading

Internal Link Building

Strategic internal links to distribute page authority

First Content Piece

Publishing your first SEO-optimised content piece

Deliverables

  • On-page optimisation report
  • Content recommendations
  • 1 published content piece
  • Monthly progress report
Month 4

Content & Authority

Content production begins in earnest, link building accelerates

Activities

Content Production

Creating SEO-optimised blog posts, articles, or landing pages

Content Calendar

Planning upcoming content aligned with keyword strategy

Link Outreach

Beginning manual outreach for quality backlinks

Guest Posting

Securing placements on relevant industry publications

Brand Mentions

Converting unlinked mentions to backlinks

Rankings Tracking

Monitoring keyword movements and adjusting strategy

Deliverables

  • Content pieces (per package)
  • Backlinks acquired (per package)
  • Content calendar
  • Monthly progress report
Month 5

Scaling & Optimisation

Scaling what works, optimising underperforming areas

Activities

Content Scaling

Continuing content production based on performance data

Link Building

Ongoing outreach and link acquisition

Conversion Optimisation

Improving pages that rank but don't convert

Technical Maintenance

Addressing new technical issues as they arise

Competitor Monitoring

Tracking competitor movements and adjusting tactics

Quick Win Opportunities

Identifying and targeting pages close to page 1

Deliverables

  • Content pieces (per package)
  • Backlinks acquired (per package)
  • CRO recommendations
  • Monthly progress report
Month 6+

Growth & Maintenance

Sustained growth through continuous optimisation

Activities

Ongoing Content

Monthly content production per your package

Ongoing Links

Continuous link acquisition to maintain authority growth

Algorithm Monitoring

Watching for algorithm updates and adjusting strategy

Content Refreshing

Updating older content to maintain rankings

Quarterly Reviews

Deep-dive strategy sessions to plan next quarter

Expansion Planning

Identifying new keyword opportunities and markets

Deliverables

  • Content pieces (per package)
  • Backlinks acquired (per package)
  • Quarterly strategy review
  • Monthly progress report
Transparency

Monthly Reporting

Every month, you receive a comprehensive report plus a strategy call

Rankings Report

Track position changes for all target keywords

Traffic Analysis

Organic traffic trends, sources, and user behavior

Technical Health

Crawl status, Core Web Vitals, indexation

Link Profile

New backlinks acquired, domain authority progress

Content Performance

How each content piece is performing

Next Month Plan

Clear action items for the upcoming month

Monthly Strategy Call

Beyond the written report, I schedule a monthly call to walk through results, answer questions, discuss strategy adjustments, and plan the upcoming month. You're never left wondering what's happening with your SEO.

Why This Process Works

Foundation First

Many agencies jump straight to content and links. I fix technical issues first because there's no point ranking if Google can't properly crawl your site.

Data-Driven Decisions

Every action is based on data, not guesswork. I track everything and adjust strategy based on what's actually working for your site.

Sustainable Growth

I use only white-hat techniques that build lasting authority. No shortcuts that might get you penalized when Google's next algorithm update hits.

Full Transparency

You always know what I'm doing and why. Monthly reports and calls ensure you're never in the dark about your investment.

Get Started Today

Ready to Start Your SEO Journey?

Book a free strategy call and I'll walk you through how this process would apply to your specific business and goals.

No minimum commitment. $0 setup fee. Cancel any time with 30 days notice.