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An internet home based business owner’s goal is to achieve high rate of web traffic. More traffic means more prospects visiting the website which of course increases the potential to make sales. In advertising business over the internet, Search engine optimization (SEO) is the key to getting targeted traffic.

What are the basics of search engine optimization business owners need to know? Listed below are top ten tips to targeted internet marketing traffic:

1)Target your keywords. Using the right keywords is essential. To find the right keywords for SEO, an internet marketer need to use keyword suggestion tool software that are especially designed for internet businesses.

2)Use meta tags. Although meta tags are just one aspect of SEO, using target keywords in the meta tags of web pages should still be observed.

3)Stay away from flash animations and other coding. Because search engine spiders can only read HTML codes, business websites are discouraged from using too many Flash, javascript and java codes as these can hinder spiders from accessing the page.

4)Provide links to quality websites. Linking to other websites that are of high quality and of use to your visitors is an effective way to encourage more visits. Thus, when a visitor drops by your website, he/she can simply click on one of your links to go to a related website.

5)Submit to search engines. Be sure to submit your URL to the major search engine directories such as Google, Yahoo, MSN, Ask, AOL, and DMOZ. Also, while using automatic submission tools can be quicker, it’s best to do the task manually to ensure proper submission.

6)Provide quality, fresh content. Keep your business website updated so your visitors can always look forward to fresh content. Updated content is also the best way to have your pages indexed by search engines.

7)Submit your articles to directories. Submitting articles to article directories is a great way to build one-way links. In creating the author resource box, be sure to include the link to your business website.

8)Offer free stuff. Because people love to receive freebies (e-book, discount coupons, newsletter, etc.), why not offer one from your website? This strategy is also effective in building up your mailing list.

9)Offer free advice. Share your expertise by giving tips or useful information to people who visit your website.

10)Join forum discussions. Another great way to build one-way links is to join forums and discussion boards found at many social networking sites. By searching for the right niche, you can find people who are genuinely interested in the products or services you sell.

About the Author

Luie De Von is a marketing consultant with Easy Postcard Marketing and has been providing consumers and business owners with marketing strategies. For years he has helped businesses to have more and growing clients through campaign internet marketing, direct marketing advertising and post card marketing.