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  • Have your inquiries slowed down?

  • Competitors showing up on Google where you used to be?

  • Did you build your site a few years ago and haven't touched it since?

  • Are people visiting your site but not taking any action?

  • Are you getting recommended by AI search when people ask Chat, Claude or Gemini?

  • Does your off page SEO support your business?

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I’ll do a live review of your website and send you a video clip with my recommendations. Or a detailed audit with a call and with reports for $500

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This is where the rubber hits the road. I’ll do the highest impact tasks to move the needle on your website and wherever you show up online. $1250

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If you have a large project, are trying to scale your business, or run an online store, monthly is your best option. $500-$1500/mo

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SEO for Beginners

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Oh, you’re time rich?

Affordable and actionable

Maybe I did an SEO audit for you and you’re keen to do the work yourself. Yay! If you want to address the things I mentioned in the audit, I created a self-paced SEO course designed for non-technical beginners.

The course is tailored to equip you with the necessary skills to boost your online presence by implementing fast, free and easy adjustments to your website and overall online presence.

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Hi I’m Suzanne

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SEO/AEO Website & Marketing Strategist

I’m Suzanne Rushton, and I call myself the Digital Optimist because I am passionate about helping entrepreneurs look great and get found online. I optimize websites, and yes, I’m also optimistic! My history of entrepreneurship and keen eye for visuals has lead me to discover many fast, free and easy things business owners can do get more business. I’m all about encouragement, hand holding and action-oriented, hands-on tech guidance.

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