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8 Proven Link Building Strategies from t...

Edward Sturm
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E873: I break down the top link building strategies shared by professionals in a high-performing SEO subreddit thread.

These are real-world approaches that marketers are using right now to acquire backlinks - ranging from guest posts and Source of Source to outreach to networking, sponsorships, press releases, and linkable assets.

You'll learn:
- Why broken link building still works (when done manually)
- How to leverage link exchanges the right way
- Guest post outreach tactics that scale
- Sponsoring local events for both backlinks and brand lift
- Using HARO/Qwoted for media mentions
- Creating linkable asset content that attracts links
- Building community relationships that naturally earn backlinks
- Bonus strategies: .Edu links, PBNs, buying links carefully, and more

I also share stories from photographers, local business owners, and marketers who've turned creative outreach into high-authority backlinks - including features in top publications like the New York Times and Forbes.

If you want backlink tactics that double as genuine marketing, this episode is for you.

⭐️ The thread - https://www.reddit.com/r/SEO/comments/1ooajvf/how_do_you_actually_acquire_backlinks/?sort=top

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00:00 Introduction
00:27 Detailed Link Building Techniques
02:02 Networking and Outreach
03:31 Advanced Link Building Tips
07:09 Community and Genuine Connections
08:14 Success Stories

The Edward Show. Your daily search engine optimization podcast: https://edwardsturm.com/the-edward-show/

#linkbuilding #backlinks #searchengineoptimization #seotips

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