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From keywords to context: how to write for SEO today?

For years, SEO content revolved around keywords. Today, context and prompt-optimised content have become increasingly important – helping AI identify and extract the relevant information. At the same time, your text still needs to be enjoyable for human readers. We know how to strike that balance!

What is GEO – and how does it differ from SEO?

GEO stands for Generative Engine Optimisation – the practise of optimising content for generative AI search systems. Traditional SEO, on the other hand, focuses on Search Engine Optimisation. With GEO, search systems no longer deliver a list of links. Instead, they generate summarised answers drawn from various sources. That means when we optimise for GEO, we structure content so that generative AI models can easily understand, quote or incorporate it into their responses. And let’s not forget SEA (search engine advertising) also remains highly relevant, as it ensures visibility at the top of the search results. The best way to generate online buzz online is with a smart combination of SEO/GEO and SEA. The data backs it up – and so does our experience.

How to translate effectively for SEO and GEO?

You can create content that works for both SEO and GEO by following key technical and content guidelines. From a technical perspective, factors such as fast loading times, mobile optimisation, indexability, URL structure and internal/external linking are crucial.

When it comes to content, your goal is to engage users with high-quality, relevant material that meats their search intent. This will generally keep users on your site longer and, ideally, encourages them to take action. Search engines and AI systems consider your content high quality, if you keep the following in mind:

  • Prompt-oriented writing (What might someone type into the search bar?)
  • Clear questions and informative answers
  • Frequent calls to action (CTAs) and opportunities for interaction
  • Clear structure using blocks and paragraphs
  • Genuine expertise rather than shallow statements
  • Semantic richness (meaningful text) instead of constant keyword repetition

It is important that your text appeals not only to artificial intelligence but also to human readers. Hence the point about “semantic richness”: generative models don’t want to read the same keyword over and over again – and neither do your readers. Keywords are still useful, of course, because SEO and GEO complement each other, but optimisation has become much more natural. Humans and AI both understand synonyms and paraphrases, and both appreciate genuine thematic relevance, reader-friendly structure and opportunities for taking action.

So, don’t panic! We are more than happy to help you, if you are unsure how to implement your new SEO/GEO strategy. We have had the privilege of supporting many companies with their online projects. Whether you need a completely new website or just a few new landing pages, let’s discuss what’s important to you and what kind of SEO/GEO you need.

Expertise

Feeling overwhelmed by SEO, GEO and AI? We’ve got you covered!

Our expertise is tailored to help you optimise your web content – culturally and contextually – not just for traditional search engines, but for AI systems too. And of course, for real people. Simply get in touch. Adrian Haefelin, CSO, will be happy to assist you.

beratung@diction.ch
+41 81 750 53 33

The best support for your web content and SEO/GEO?

From strategic consulting and detailed briefings to multilingual copywriting and AI-driven optimisation, we are here support you every step of the way. Our workflow mantra is simple: “Plan. Create. Automate.” We see projects as a continuous cycle, where each phase flows seamlessly into the next. Depending on your goals, our support might include:

  • SEO strategy consulting: steps for technical and content optimisation
  • Content optimisation: refining existing, including prompt-optimised content
  • Copywriting: tailored briefing on content, services, audience, corporate language
  • SEO/GEO translation: keywords aren’t everything; cultural relevance matters
  • Keyword research for each target market; prompt-relevant topic analysis for GEO
  • Technical SEO: assessing current implementation and recommendations for improved visibility
  • Visibility reports: tracking trends for defined keywords

Our goal? To position your content as a trusted resource for both search engines and AI models, ensuring they link back to your site. Once visitors arrive on your website, your expertise and brand personality will keep them engaged. The synergy between human creativity and machine intelligence has always been our strength – now more than ever.