E831: How to create “best X” articles the right way - not just to rank in Google, but to influence large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT.
This is a five-point framework for how B2B marketers can use “Best X” content to build credibility, earn mentions, and generate sustained rankings that actually stick.
You’ll learn:
- When “Best X” articles make sense (and when they don’t)
- How to position your brand without hurting trust
- Why fair competitor comparisons improve dwell time and rankings
- How this strategy snowballs into mentions and authority
- And how it all connects to LLM visibility in 2025
If you care about SEO, topical authority, and how AI is reshaping search - this one’s for you.
⭐️ Ross Hudgens’ five-point framework - https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7381696942961152000/
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
00:14 Understanding Best X Articles for SEO and LLMs
01:19 Key Strategies for Ranking Best X Articles
03:38 Psychological and Practical Benefits of Best X Articles
04:00 Snowball Effect and Credibility in Best X Articles
05:43 Design and Neutrality in Best X Articles
08:30 Conclusion and Podcast Updates
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