You've just heard about the latest and greatest website technique. Everyone is doing it, you should try it too! Right? Well, you might or you might not. Too often, sites pick up a technique just because another site uses it, thinking "awesome, that's cool for me, too!" Here are some of the most commonly overused site techniques and why they're bad for users, search engine optimization and conversions.
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From Search Engine Watch
Every year, somebody proclaims that SEO is dead simply because Google has made some changes to its algorithm. But don't worry, this post won't be declaring that SEO is dead, dying, or even coughing up blood. However, the days of SEO as a distinct, independent discipline are certainly numbered. SEO is fast evolving into a more creative, diverse, and challenging profession