Key Takeaways:
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The Power of Clustered Authority: Moving away from disparate posts to Topic Clusters is no longer optional. By building “cornerstone” content supported by specific “satellite” posts, you demonstrate the deep expertise Google’s Helpful Content guidelines demand.
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The “Zero-Click” Opportunity: While Google increasingly answers queries directly on the SERP, you can still capture traffic by targeting Featured Snippets and the “People Also Ask” sections. This ensures your brand remains the primary source, even when users don’t click through.
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Trim the “Dead Wood”: Underperforming or outdated content acts as an anchor on your site’s performance. Systematically eliminating or updating “low-value” pages reduces bounce rates and signals to the algorithm that your site is a high-quality resource.