{"id":1032,"date":"2020-07-03T08:00:51","date_gmt":"2020-07-03T08:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regexseo.com\/blog\/?p=1032"},"modified":"2022-02-18T13:00:15","modified_gmt":"2022-02-18T13:00:15","slug":"5-ways-to-re-optimize-underperforming-content","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regexseo.com\/blog\/5-ways-to-re-optimize-underperforming-content\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Re-optimize Underperforming Content"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every content creator dreams of having their work seen by as many people as possible. After all, <em>the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regexseo.com\/blog\/the-importance-of-content-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">point of creating content<\/a> is for people to either help them learn something useful<\/em> or to give them a way to enjoy themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, not all content performs the same. Certain posts make their way to the front pages of search engines and are seen by almost everyone interested. Meanwhile, a vast majority of posts are only read by their creator and editor and are then forgotten. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>So, <strong>is there a way to reoptimize underperforming content<\/strong> so that it has a better chance of getting an audience? Well, there are a couple of things you can try to make your content more noticeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Why Your Content Isn&#8217;t Performing Well<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For content to perform well, there are a couple of things that have to happen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First,<em> you need to have quality content that is properly written for your target audience<\/em>. Then you need to deal with your SEO and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regexseo.com\/blog\/7-effective-marketing-strategies-to-engage-millennial-audiences\/\" target=\"_blank\">your online marketing strategy<\/a> in order to let your audience know that your content is out there and that it can help them out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, finally, with everything else taken care of, <strong>you need to have a bit of luck<\/strong>. Only then can you truly expect your content to perform properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/oWrOJ8oFoaMAGpIBw1WDEexfdwG7jBy3P16IdENPVB0ckhbdQL9BZyVEB0BpKSpe1qD6iXyDH0s0CZCFJWzG9mIdUTReo9BZnCPsRbuhzZR7NvidSM3K3yA7xcJuS1fSjBrRru6SB-5O-xx6WQ\" alt=\"SEO shown on a laptop with notes outlining different aspects of web design shown behind it.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You will not be able to re-optimize underperforming content if you first do not handle your SEO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, while you can and should reoptimize underperforming content, try to also consider how you are handling online marketing. The issue can be that you haven&#8217;t done all that is necessary to help your audience to know that your content is out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Different Ways to Re-optimize Underperforming Content<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how does one re-optimize underperforming content? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, there are a couple of things you can try that should give your content better results in search engines. But, before we get into them, we should mention that you should <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regexseo.com\/blog\/why-quality-copywriting-is-central-to-any-successful-seo-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\">always prioritize quality over quantity<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve seen way too many websites that are absolutely cluttered with subpar content that no one is going to bother reading. Alongside that, <em>search engines won&#8217;t even bother showing them, as they will most likely interpret them as useless<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you are still figuring out how to approach content creation, know that a single, well optimized, properly written post is much better then tens of subpar ones. Both for promotion and your website as a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Use long-tail keywords<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the common reasons why content is not performing properly is because it doesn&#8217;t have the right keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve spent any time dealing with SEO optimization, you will <strong>know just how important keywords are<\/strong>. Companies like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/wpfullcare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">WP Full Care<\/a> spend a lot of time tackling keywords in order to make help websites develop properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, in order to re-optimize underperforming content, <em>you might need to change up your keywords a bit.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/nN8Xf8cx-aI3xAkVohxMYmE-xYk_nywGlYDDjh2mwx0kGjC-I5Dk0S_QAhJ_-QZ3uzTu_B4StrxK8NRaqxyeMj38lrzr6tWWgKkHOA3_zzpWyEL3jMej9qGcUyuJBq571E7s2UxmNDRNavQlaA\" alt=\"Keyword written with wooden block letters, showing what you need to handle in order to reoptimize underperforming content.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Companies use various keyword strategies in order to optimize their content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What you need to use are long-tail keywords. <strong>These are keywords that have 3 or more words<\/strong>, which makes them much more precise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do so, you will help search engines promote your content. The important point to mention here is that you shouldn&#8217;t simply cram in another word or two without any prior thought. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, <em>you need to take a closer look at your content and see how a longer keyword suits it better<\/em>. Just know that longer keywords also lead to better conversion rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Update meta descriptions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people won&#8217;t bother reading a whole post if it doesn&#8217;t have a decent meta description. <em>They need to see that their visit to the site will be worth the time<\/em>, which is why having a short yet informative meta description is a must. So, if you haven&#8217;t been paying attention to them, you might look into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Use power words in headlines<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn&#8217;t take much experience to know that having an eye-catching headline is a must if you want people to read your content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After all, <strong>the headline is the first thing they are going to see<\/strong>. So it makes sense that it needs to draw them in and give them the incentive to read your post. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, in order to make this possible, <em>you need to use so-called power words<\/em>. These are words that are proven to draw in readers and increase your content performance. Some of the power words can be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Proven.<\/li><li>Certified.<\/li><li>Guaranteed.<\/li><li>Verified.<\/li><li>Best-selling.<\/li><li>Tried and true.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/kDZ4rxxh65SttVfuYX48eX6DeLdi-ucG-VygcyLz3SK6nrL8utimlPigRgsPQcJ0GkFcEkW4mdA0P2tyS8Pqsnx8GxoYBzpyGxzKcEb2ZLM_RpNC5ozwDpcCT-41vIWIR9EWvo0VMs97Mgd6HA\" alt=\"Enter Title Here bracket in WordPress.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Never underestimate the importance of headlines when creating your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These words <em>give the reader the impression that your content is worthwhile<\/em> and that they have something to learn from it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, can you come up with catchy headlines without power words? Of course. But, if you haven&#8217;t used them so far, at least try them out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Optimize for intent<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important things you have to consider is why a reader is visiting your website. <em>Are they trying to learn something specific<\/em> or are they simply surfing the net for interesting information? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe they are looking to purchase something. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, <strong>you need to know the intent of your reader<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know that you will be able to optimize your SEO and your content so that it suits their intent. If there is a difference between what you readers are looking for and what you are providing, there is a good probability that your content is not going to perform well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Link with better performing content<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final thing to keep in mind is that no post stands alone. <em>Every post that you have should have both internal and external links connecting it to relevant posts<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And it is often the case that poorly performing content is linked together. Meanwhile, better-performing posts have their own little group. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, in order to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regexseo.com\/blog\/common-link-building-mistakes-that-you-must-avoid\/\" target=\"_blank\">deal with link building properly<\/a>, you should consider re-linking your posts. If you <strong>connect newer, better performing posts with older underperforming content<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, if you manage to find a way to naturally connect content, you will easily see an increase in content performance.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every content creator dreams of having their work seen by as many people as possible. 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