Building world-class Search Engine Optimization expertise

We have been rolling out more and more Facebook Ad programs here at SageRock.

These campaigns are some of the most affordable and targeted advertising options we have probably ever seen.

You don’t need a presence on Facebook to take advantage of these ads. They can be sent directly to your main Web site.

We have created an introductory Facebook Ad campaign setup and management program at SageRock. Additionally, we have a promotion in April that takes $400 off the SageRock setup fee.

You can learn more about our Facebook Ad Management Service here:
http://www.sagerock.com/facebook-ads/

Have a great day!
Sage

Are you looking for the Best Job in the World? Here at SageRock, we are looking to fill an SEO job opening. Those are one in the same, right?

We are seeking  an individual who is passionate about search engine technology and is interested in working in an entrepreneurial environment. An ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can hit the ground running. They will be responsible for planning, optimizing, implementing and analyzing search engine marketing campaigns.

Please send resume and salary requirements to greg@sagerock.com

Company: SageRock
Job Title: Web Marketing Specialist
Description: SageRock is hiring a web marketing associate to work with our SEO and PPC specialists in campaigns for our clients.

The Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist will be given the opportunity to lead not only SEO projects for clients but will also be involved in building out internal processes for cutting edge optimization work. While working within the current team and directly with Operations, this position’s primary focus will be the accomplishment of our client’s goals, which range from improving organic ranking to generating sales, as well as everything in-between.

Additional responsibilities include possible Paid Search account setup and maintenance, market and industry research, strategy planning, HTML and CSS code modification, ROI management, analysis, and more.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist SEO specialists and Paid Search administrators with:

• Competition, phrase, market research
• Management of day-to-day client relationships
• Creation and Management of strategic online campaigns for current and new clients
• Operating management tools to maintain ROI goals
• Content Creation
• Link development
• Modifying websites for SEO
• Monitoring, measuring, and reporting metrics to clients
• Developing and managing Social Media promotions

Skills and Experience:

• Self-motivating, quick-learner
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, e-marketing, or applicable field
• Certification with Google AdWords, Yahoo! Ambassador program, etc.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, plus ability to manage simultaneous projects and demanding deadlines
• Proficiency with Excel, HTML, and CSS

Excellent benefits package  includes vacation; medical, dental and disability insurance; simple IRA matching.

About SageRock:

SageRock Digital Marketing Agency is a place where performance is rewarded, where you will find opportunities for growth and clear paths for advancement. It is a place where you can be a stakeholder in a privately held business. At Sagerock, leadership is accessible and committed to successful growth. We have offered competitive compensation and an attractive benefits package since 1999.

Come work in a collaborative, enriching environment in an exciting, fast-paced industry.

Please send resume and salary requirements to greg@sagerock.com

Local search experts David Mihm and Mike Blumenthal are bringing their GetListed.org’s Local University seminar to Cleveland on June 30.   This is a no-sales-pitch seminar about LOCAL web marketing for NEO businesses, so bring some clients along for this educational opportunity.

They’re bringing in reps from the Google and Bing Local Listing Centers to share advice (and really, who better to get it from?!), as well as some national and local talent, too.  Speakers include:

-Mike Blumenthal, Blumenthals
-Mary Bowling, seOverflow
-Anita Campbell, Small Business Trends
-Ryan Hayward, Google
-Geoff Karcher, The Karcher Group
-Matt McGee, smallbusinesssem.com
-Mikko Ollila, Bing
-Patrick Sexton, GetListed.org
-David Mihm, GetListed.org
-Brad Nellis, NEOSA

The focus of Local U.  is to teach small businesses how to use the web to increase their online visibility and gain more customers.   It’s an “intensive four-hour crash course in Internet marketing” designed to help small business owners develop great ideas for marketing their businesses on the web.

This seminar is traveling the country (it’s already received rave reviews in Spokane and Minneapolis), but is not being presented in too many locations, so we’re thrilled that it’s coming to our backyard (backyard might be a stretch, but it’s awfully close)!

Local U. will happen on June 30, 2010 at the Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga County, featuring two identical half-day sessions (8am – noon and 1pm – 5pm).

Seating is limited, so register soon!  The regular cost is $129.00, but use the code “tkg” and it drops the price to $79!  Agency and group discounts are also available, starting at $57/ticket.  The “more the merrier” saying really does apply here.

I put a lot on the line with this event.

I’ve been a huge fan and participant of The Web Association for
years.

Recently, we were talking and they mentioned that they would like to
try an event in Akron.

The first idea that came to mind was a social media event featuring
the Akron-Canton Airport. They are doing some world-class, cutting edge
social media tactics. I really wanted this to be the first event.

Everyone at the Web Association thought it was an awesome idea.

I then talked to Kristie VanAuken,
the airport’s  Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing &
Communications Officer about the idea. Because of her extreme
awesomeness (you’ll see what I mean) she was all about it.

But here’s where it got tricky. The Web Association was concerned
about having the event too far south. They were afraid they might not
get enough people at the event.

But it seemed like the place to have the event was right at the
airport.

I really pushed for them to try it here. They said it was a huge risk
because if we didn’t get a good turnout we might not be able to do
another Akron / Canton event.

But I knew my Akron and Canton peeps would totally come through.

And sure enough, the event is filling up fast.

But I don’t want the attendance to just be “good.” I want The Web
Association to be blown away!

So, let’s show those Clevelander’s what we’ve got. Let’s fill this
puppy up!

If you are available:

May 27, 2010
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Please come to this most awesome event.

You are going to learn a lot about how social media is done right.
You are going to be able to check out the very sweet CAK airport.

And you will be able to show your Akron / Canton amazingness.

PLEASE COME TO THIS EVENT!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER.

We’re holding our next “Search Made Simple” web marketing seminar in Cleveland on October 27th!  Save 40% with the discount code ClevelandSEO.

Unlike most SEO conferences that shove you into a hotel ballroom with 500 of your closest friends, our seminar is different:

• We limit the class size to 30 people
• We ensure all your questions are answered
• We offer lots of one-on-one time if you want it
• We know money’s tight so we keep our seminars affordable
• We send you home with ready-to-use ideas
• We feed you breakfast and lunch (hey, we like to eat!)

You can register for the seminar (9:00 AM-2:00 PM), website evaluation/workshop (2:00 PM-4:00 PM), or both for a discounted rate.

Our team of SEO experts will present on hot topics including how to dominate the rankings using social media, top 10 web stats to watch, how to write killer copy for the web, and more.

Our SEO seminars give you real-world ideas you can use right away.  We cut through the myths and misinformation and provide ideas that produce better rankings, and ultimately, better conversions and sales.

For more information or to register, please go to: http://www.seoseminars.org or call 800.310.0317.  Remember: save 40% with the discount code ClevelandSEO.

Microsoft and Yahoo are partnering to take on the master… Google. This is the beginning of the end for Yahoo. But it’s good news for searchers and ultimately might be just what Yahoo and Microsoft need to get into the search engine game.