Local SEO and Generative AI

Local SEO and Generative AI: How to Position Yourself with LLMs?

Today, Being well ranked on the web is not a luxury, but a necessity.

Local businesses are facing increasing competition to stand out online. With SEO algorithms constantly changing and generative AI on the rise, knowing how to optimize your online presence to attract local customers is more important than ever.
Discover local strategies to position yourself effectively.


Adapting to changes in local SEO algorithms

Search engines like Google are constantly updating their algorithms to provide more relevant results.


To remain visible and competitive, it is essential to adapt your SEO strategies to new algorithmic updates.

  • SEO local pour Gemini et AIO

    SEO local pour Gemini et AIO

    SEO local pour Gemini et AIO

    SEO local pour Gemini et AIO
  • SEO local pour Chat GPT et Micorsoft Copilot

    SEO local pour Chat GPT et Micorsoft Copilot

    SEO local pour Chat GPT et Micorsoft Copilot

    SEO local pour Chat GPT et Micorsoft Copilot


The Impact of Generative AI on Local Search


Generative AI is transforming local search by delivering more detailed and personalized results. Understanding how your brand appears in these searches and what actions you can take to optimize your local visibility is becoming essential to staying ahead.

The arrival of conversational AI (
Perplexity, You.com, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini) radically transforms the way search engines, like Google, Bing and generative engines understand and rank websites.

Adapting to this new playing field has become an absolute necessity to remain visible and attract new local customers.
In addition to being a real entity on the web, your brand name must be visible, known and recognized to be chosen by conversational AIs. 


Gemini and ChatGPT: a new deal for local SEO


Traditional SEO is no longer enough in the era of large language models (LLMs) like Gemini and ChatGPT. These AIs are revolutionizing the way people search for and consume information.


Here’s why classic local SEO is outdated and what techniques are now essential to maximize your local visibility:


Why traditional local SEO is outdated:



Contextual understanding of queries:


LLMs don’t just focus on keywords. They understand the context, nuances, and intent behind local queries. Simply working with local keywords is no longer enough. You need to provide content that specifically addresses the needs of local users.


Quality and reliability of sources


LLMs prioritize the quality and reliability of sources. They value rich, accurate, and credible content from trusted sources. For local SEO, this means that your business information must be accurate and regularly updated on all local platforms.


Increased competition for organic traffic


LLMs can generate content, which increases competition for local organic traffic. It is crucial to stand out by offering unique and relevant content for local searches.


Essential Techniques for Local SEO in the Age of LLMs


 

  • 🎯 Accessibility and reliability



  • 🎯 Local Directory Optimization and Local Citations

  • 🎯 Engagement and response to reviews



    ➡️ By adapting these techniques, you can maximize your chances of being cited by LLMs and attract more local clients. Local SEO in the era of Gemini and ChatGPT requires a more strategic approach focused on quality, relevance, and local engagement.


Why hire a local SEO consultant for conversational AI?


Understanding intentions, semantic analysis,EEAT, THE branding ( identity and brand name on the web ) and creating AI-optimized content have become essential skills to stay relevant in 2024.


The world of SEO has undergone a significant transformation thanks to advances in artificial intelligence (AI).
Search engines have adopted large language models (LLMs) like BERT or MUM for more advanced content understanding and ranking.

However, the emergence of ChatGPT in 2022 has accelerated the use of generative AI, redefining how content is not only understood, but also generated and interpreted by now-generating search engines.


In this context, calling on an SEO consultant specialized in AI becomes fundamental for several reasons:

1. Understanding modern algorithms

Search engines like Google are increasingly incorporating AI to analyze content. An AI-focused SEO consultant integrates these new algorithms into their strategy and knows how to optimize your site to rank well.

2. Optimize for LLMs (Large Language Models)

LLMs are changing the way content is interpreted and presented in search results. A local SEO consultant structures and writes content that not only appeals to traditional search engines, but also to "new generation" so-called generative engines.

3. Adapt to emerging trends

The digital landscape is constantly evolving, with emerging technologies such as SAIO (Search AI Optimization), GAIO (Generative AI Optimization) and GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). A local specialist consultantcan help you stay on top of these trends and adapt your visibility strategies accordingly; whether local, national or international.


4. Improve user experience

AI doesn't just optimize content for search engines, it also seeks to improve the user experience.
An SEO consultant specializing in new inbound marketing trends, including conversational AI, understands how these two aspects are linked and works to improve your
EEAT (Experience, expertise, authoritativeness & trustworthiness). Your brand identity is strengthened, leading to better user retention and higher conversion rates.

5. Create multichannel and multimodal strategies

With AI, optimization is no longer limited to the 3 fundamental pillars of SEO (technical, content and links). The consultant, specialized in SEO and AI, optimizes various types of content including images, videos, social media and audio content, ensuring maximum visibility across all platforms. Your website must become a reference on the canvas and a source for conversational AI .


6. Appear in reference sources

LLMs are more likely to cite reliable and credible sources. If your content is present in authoritative sources like Wikipedia, academic sites, or reputable publications, it is more likely to be used by LLMs, to generate more accurate and informative answers.

By appearing in so-called reference sources, your content is therefore more easily accessible to LLMs and their users.



7. Personalized and contextual responses

Search engines want to provide more personalized and contextual answers to user queries. Specialist and expert in   web writing , I can help you structure different content so that it is better adapted to these personalized requests, thus increasing your relevance and visibility on different marketing channels.

Example of local queries optimized for generative AI

I asked Gemini about the local query "find me an earthworker in Cannes". It positions the site of one of my clients, Landscape Terrassements, first. Here is the answer in video 👇:

Here is another query tested on Microsoft Copilot. The query is "I am looking for magic lessons in Paris". This one gives first two of my clients, namely Double-Fond Formation and Double Fond. Here is the answer in video 👇:

Why choose a local SEO freelancer to boost your visibility in the era of Generative AI?

  1. Structure and optimize your local content : master the latest technologies and trends in local SEO and AI. Your content must be interpreted, read and highlighted by local algorithms and generative search engines.

  2. Personalized approach : as a freelance SEO consultant, I offer you a personalized service, tailored to the specific needs of your local business. You benefit from complete attention and 100% tailor-made solutions.

  3. Proven results : with several years of experience and many satisfied clients, I have demonstrated my ability to increase visibility and conversions through local SEO strategies innovative and efficient.

Ready to optimize your online presence and get a head start on your local competitors? Contact me today and learn how an advanced, AI-driven approach can transform your SEO strategy.

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Q&A, definitions on local SEO and Generative AI


Ready to optimize your local SEO? Contact me today for a free consultation and learn how we can improve your online visibility with the latest local SEO and generative AI techniques.

  • What are LLMs?

    Large Language Models, or LLMs, are types of artificial intelligence that specialize in understanding and generating text, images, videos, and code.

  • SAIO (Search AI Optimization) : définition

     

  • GAIO (Generative AI Optimization): definition

    Le GAIO est une approche qui vise à optimiser le contenu pour les systèmes d'IA générative. Ces systèmes, basés sur des LLMs, génèrent du contenu de manière autonome en se basant sur des bases de données vastes et diversifiées. 

  • GEO (Generative Engine Optimization): definition

    Le GEO se réfère à l'optimisation des moteurs génératifs, c'est-à-dire des moteurs de recherche et des plateformes qui utilisent l'IA pour générer des réponses et du contenu en temps réel. Avec GEO, l'objectif est d'assurer que le contenu est adapté pour être généré et affiché par ces moteurs de recherche de nouvelle génération. Cela implique de comprendre les algorithmes génératifs et de structurer le contenu de manière à maximiser sa visibilité et sa pertinence dans les résultats générés par ces systèmes.

  • What is EEAT?

    EEAT is an acronym that stands for Expertise, Experience, Authority, and Trust. It is a set of criteria that Google uses to evaluate the quality of content and websites.

  • Pricing for Local Freelance SEO Consultant Services

    Pricing for freelance SEO consultant services varies based on several factors, such as the consultant's experience, the complexity of the project, the time needed to achieve SEO goals, and market demand.

  • Local SEO freelancer or local SEO agency, how to choose?

    Choosing between a local SEO freelancer and a local SEO agency depends on your needs and budget. A freelancer may be a good option for simple, affordable projects, while an agency may be better suited for complex, large-scale projects.




Don’t wait any longer, the future of local SEO is already here!


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