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Check out what’s going on at Google, what’s changed, what’s about to change, and more! From the mandate to the mighty, what happens at Google can change a whole lot of things for businesses of all types and sizes.
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Chris Grant (he/him)

How to Tackle SEO Content: July 2025 Top Tips from Google

At O’Brien Media, we get it: great content is the key to SEO success. Google’s own John Mueller and Martin Splitt recently shared some awesome tips on creating content that works for both your readers and your business. Here’s how you can use their insights on your site.

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Chris Grant (he/him)

How Long Does SEO Take to Deliver Results? Insights from Google

One of the most common questions we hear at O’Brien Media is: “How long will it take for SEO to start working?” In a recent Q&A session, Google’s own experts John Mueller and Martin Splitt explained why timelines can vary so much, and how you can set realistic expectations for your SEO investment.

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Jenny O'Brien

Google’s June 2025 Core Update: What You Need to Know

If you’re worried about how the June 2025 update might impact you—or just want to strengthen your SEO for the future—get in touch with us today. Let’s make sure your website stays in Google’s good books and continues to attract the customers you need.

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Chris Grant (he/him)

Google Play’s Alternative Billing Systems: What Parents Need to Know

If you’re a parent whose child uses an Android device, you may have noticed something new when they make purchases in their apps. Google has introduced what they call alternative billing systems for in-app purchases on Google Play. But what does that actually mean? And how does it affect you and your family?

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Chris Grant (he/him)

Google’s March 2025 Core Algorithm Update: Early Indications

Announced on 13th March, the rollout is expected to take around two weeks to complete. As with previous core updates, this one brings broad changes aimed at improving how Google assesses content to provide users with the most helpful and relevant results.

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Chris Grant (he/him)

Google’s 2025 Core Algorithm Update: SEO Strategies to Stay on Top

Google has officially started rolling out its March 2025 Core Algorithm Update, and website owners, digital marketers, and SEO professionals are already seeing significant changes in search rankings.

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Chris Grant (he/him)

Never Redirect 404 Errors to Your Homepage Do This Instead)

Many businesses think it’s a good idea to send visitors to the homepage when they land on a non-existent page, assuming it will help retain them on the site. However, this is actually bad for both SEO and user experience.

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Andrei Ghimpu

New for 2025: QR Codes for Google Business Profile Review

Google has rolled out a new feature for Google Business Profiles that makes it easier to collect customer reviews. You can now generate custom QR codes that, when scanned, direct customers straight to your business’s review page.