TLDR: Accelerate Google rankings using low competition keywords, strong backlink profiles, and targeted content with modifiers; mostly older pages rank in top 10.
This article is a summary of a You Tube video “How Long Does it Take to Rank on Google: A Data-Driven SEO Strategy For Faster Rankings” by Ahrefs
Key Takeaways:
- Age of Page Matters for Ranking: The average top 10 ranking page is at least two years old, with those in position #1 being almost three years old.
- Fast Ranking Possibility: 22% of pages ranking in the top 10 were created within a year, indicating faster-than-average rankings are possible.
- Limited New Pages in Top 10: Only 5.7% of all pages achieved a top 10 ranking in the first year for at least one keyword.
- Influence of Domain Rating: Pages from websites with high Domain Ratings (DR) ranked better than those with low DR.
- Lower Search Volume Keywords Rank Faster: Pages often rank quicker for keywords with lower search volumes, which generally have lower competition.
- Link Building Importance: Strong link profiles are crucial for faster rankings. Quality links to various pages and the homepage are key.
- Focus on Low Competition Keywords: Targeting low to medium search volume keywords with lower competition can be a beneficial strategy.
- Content Strategy Based on Modifier Keywords: Using modifier keywords like “best,” “top,” or “with” can help find lower competition topics.
- Importance of Search Intent and Traffic Potential: Assessing search intent, traffic potential, and competition is vital before choosing topics.
- Link Building Strategies: Effective methods include guest blogging, HARO (Help a Reporter Out), and stealing links from top-ranking pages.
