Articles on Digital Marketing, SEO & Website Design

Explore practical articles on digital marketing, SEO, and website design tailored for Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula businesses. Each piece is written with a freelancer’s perspective — clear, actionable, and focused on helping local businesses grow online without the fluff.

By Matt Elliott • October 2, 2026
ChatGPT traffic from 12 months of my own client data. How many visits it sends, how they behave, and whether it is worth chasing.
By Matt Elliott • August 26, 2026
Digital marketing agency red flags to check before you sign. Seven warning signs, from contracts and guarantees to who owns your site.
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By Matt Elliott • July 23, 2026
Google Maps rankings aren't driven by your website. Here's what actually matters — and where to focus your local SEO effort.
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By Matt Elliott • July 5, 2026
WordPress isn't my default for new builds. Here's why I use Duda, Shopify, Wix Studio and Squarespace for Melbourne clients instead.
By Matt Elliott • June 26, 2026
Your Google Business Profile affects local rankings, AI search, and trust signals. Here's what it's doing — and what it isn't.
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By Matt Elliott • June 11, 2026
You know your business is missing from AI search. Here are 5 practical fixes: FAQ schema, clearer pages, consistent details and llms.txt.
By Matt Elliott • April 27, 2026
AI tools like ChatGPT are recommending businesses — but maybe not yours. Here's why you're missing from AI search results and how to fix it.
Why Last-Click Attribution Lies About Your Marketing
By Matt Elliott • April 21, 2026
Last-click attribution gives all the credit to one channel and ignores the rest. Here's why that's a problem and what to use in GA4 instead.
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By Matt Elliott • February 6, 2026
Advertising budgets fail when spend is too low. Why $50 a day and a two-week learning period are the minimum for useful ad data.
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