{"id":3605,"date":"2022-12-28T11:22:49","date_gmt":"2022-12-28T16:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/?p=3605"},"modified":"2022-12-28T11:22:49","modified_gmt":"2022-12-28T16:22:49","slug":"google-says-e-a-t-is-very-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/google-says-e-a-t-is-very-important\/","title":{"rendered":"GOOGLE SAYS: E-A-T is \u201cvery important\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3606 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EAT.jpg\" alt=\"Google says E-A-T is very important to your website ranking well.\" width=\"327\" height=\"424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EAT.jpg 327w, https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EAT-231x300.jpg 231w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 327px) 100vw, 327px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>GOOGLE SAYS<\/strong>: E-A-T is \u201cvery important.\u201d Soooo, E-A-T is Muy Importante!<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is E-A-T?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>E<\/strong>xpertise, <strong>A<\/strong>uthoritativeness, and <strong>T<\/strong>rustworthiness.<\/p>\n<p>E-A-T is part of Google\u2019s algorithm, and it is woven into\u00a0Google\u2019s Search Quality Evaluator Guidelines.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3607\" src=\"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EAT_2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EAT_2.png 624w, https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/EAT_2-300x62.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s that got to do with you? If Google takes a look at your website and determines that (1) You do not possess EXPERTISE, (2) Your website is not AUTHORITATIVE, and (3) Your company is not TRUSTWORTHY, Google WILL NOT send its customers (those searching for your products and services) to your site.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is E-A-T?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>E-A-T means Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness.<\/p>\n<p>E-A-T is part of Google\u2019s algorithm and baked into\u00a0Google\u2019s Search Quality Evaluator Guidelines.<\/p>\n<p>GOOGLE SAYS: E-A-T is \u201cvery important.\u201d Soooo, E-A-T is Muy Importante!<\/p>\n<p>E-A-T signals what Google and potential customers are looking for\u2014expert-level content that answers all the right questions.<\/p>\n<p>E-A-T\u00a0first showed up\u00a0in Google\u2019s Search Quality Guidelines in 2014 and has progressively become one of the most important aspects of SEO. It became especially critical after the\u00a0August 2018 Google Medic update.<\/p>\n<p>Having stellar SEO content to support E-A-T can improve your chances of scoring prime Search Engine Results Page (SERP) real estate and outlasting the test of future Google algorithm updates.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Basics of E-A-T<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>In its\u00a0Search Quality Evaluator Guidelines, Google explains that E-A-T content has a \u201chigh level of\u00a0Expertise,\u00a0Authoritativeness, and\u00a0Trustworthiness.\u201d Putting this high-level content on your website can result in the following benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Higher search engine rankings: Google\u2019s algorithm loves content that promotes your site\u2019s E-A-T.<\/li>\n<li>Increased behavioral metrics: This would be time viewers spend on webpages and click-throughs to other pages of your site.<\/li>\n<li>Increased social shares and backlinks: People are more likely to share your work if it is viewed as valuable E-A-T material.<\/li>\n<li>More featured snippets: You know the top of Google\u2019s search results? That\u2019s where you\u2019ll be, commanding attention over even the first paid ads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/sapientseo\/initial-conversation?back=1&amp;month=2022-12\"><strong>See How Sapient eCommerce Can Drive\u00a0More\u00a0Traffic to Your Website<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>SEO\u00a0&#8211; unlock more SEO traffic. See real results.<\/li>\n<li>Content Marketing\u00a0&#8211; our team creates VALUABLE CONTENT that will get shared, get links, and attract traffic.<\/li>\n<li>Paid Media\u00a0&#8211; effective paid strategies with clear ROI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Schedule a Call.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/sapientseo\/initial-conversation?back=1&amp;month=2022-12\"><strong>CLICK HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Still a little unsure what these E-A-T marketing concepts mean?<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s dive deeper.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Expertise<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You are obviously an expert in your field. How are you going to show your audience what you know? \u00a0By creating expert-level content. What does that look like in practice?<\/p>\n<p>Say you own an HVAC business, and you want to create content to help potential customers. You need to create content that indicates the level of your knowledge and professionalism.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3608 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/PackTimco_2.jpg\" alt=\"Developing Expert Content\" width=\"1821\" height=\"858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/PackTimco_2.jpg 1821w, https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/PackTimco_2-300x141.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/PackTimco_2-1024x482.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/PackTimco_2-768x362.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ten30media.com\/sapnew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/PackTimco_2-1536x724.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1821px) 100vw, 1821px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For example, on Pack-Timco\u2019s site they write about Indoor Air Quality in residential building. That\u2019s just one the valuable topics around which content is developed. They have determined exactly what their audience needs to know by analyzing data pulled from users\u2019\u00a0<strong><em>Search Intent<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You can also speak from an area of <em>experience<\/em> on a topic to show expertise.<\/p>\n<p>A Dentist can show the most effective methods for brushing and flossing to prevent cavities. A seasoned Dentist has the experience and expertise to give advice and instructions.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re creating content about something not entirely in your skillset, do plenty of in depth research and credit your sources. You can also collaborate with trusted subject matter experts to create content that delivers value to those in the \u201csearching for information\u201d phase of the buying cycle.<\/p>\n<p>The goal is for your audience to see you as a trusted expert in the field and rely on you and your product or service. It all comes down to becoming the go-to in your niche by providing users with the accurate, high-quality content they\u2019re seeking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Authoritativeness<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Being considered an expert is the first step. You must also show that you are an authority.<\/p>\n<p>Authority is established when your work receives <strong><em>mentions<\/em><\/strong> within your niche or niche topics. The goal is to have relevant websites with established authority to promote your content. Other experts linking to your content demonstrates how polished and trusted your work is. This shows that your content delivers what the headlines and <strong><em>title tags<\/em><\/strong> promise.<\/p>\n<p>The more your content regularly earns <em>backlinks<\/em> and <em>mentions<\/em> on other sites, the more your content will be perceived as authoritative.<\/p>\n<p>You simply cannot have\u00a0SEO success\u00a0without authority. While backlinks are best, mentions in the news or on social media regarding your niche are also golden in Google\u2019s eyes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Trustworthiness<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Being a trusted space is quite an honor. Your website will not rank as high on Google if your content lacks credibility. Trustworthy,\u00a0quality content\u00a0is accurate, up to date, and flows well from the titles to the copy.<\/p>\n<p>If you want a trustworthy site, <em>quick load times<\/em> and <em>user-friendly navigation<\/em> are a must.<\/p>\n<p>Here are five more quick tips to ensure your site is trustworthy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure to note whom to contact regarding site ownership.<\/li>\n<li>State the physical location (i.e., office, store address, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Have a Terms and Conditions page accessible for users.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the security of your website\u2019s domain. (Note: Google values HTTPS implementation to protect users\u2019 data).<\/li>\n<li>When providing expertise, cite all sources when appropriate. Remember to link to authoritative websites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GOOGLE SAYS: E-A-T is \u201cvery important.\u201d Soooo, E-A-T is Muy Importante! What is E-A-T? Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness. E-A-T is part of Google\u2019s algorithm, and it is woven into\u00a0Google\u2019s Search Quality Evaluator Guidelines. What\u2019s that got to do with you? 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