Classic SEO: getting found better in search engines
‘'‘Search Engine Optimization‘'‘ , SEO or search engine optimization is everything you do to be found better in Google and other search engines. SEO actions are diverse, for example, consider a logical site structure, strong content, fast loading time or high-quality links (~backlinks) to your website.
A good one SEO basic configuration helps search engines understand what your site is about and ensures that the right visitors land on the right page.
GEO: Be more visible in AI chatbots
AI SEO: Improve your website's visibility with AI
‘'AI Search Engine Optimization'’ is the use of artificial intelligence to systematically improve your website's visibility in search engines.
E.g.: With an AI function automatically generate descriptions for all images on your website. After this, search engines will have more context to present your web pages to searching users.
AI tools assist with keyword research, content planning, page rewriting and optimization, and troubleshooting technical issues at scale.
Some terms: SEO, AI SEO, GEO and AIO
SEO
'Search Engine Optimization'
Findability in Google and Bing
Adjusting content and code so search engines can find you rank higher for relevant searches
Technical SEOWe work on loading speed, indexing, structure, internal links, etc.
Content SEO: Update pages based on search intent and proven conversions
AI SEO
''AI' + 'Search Engine Optimization''
Using AI for SEO
Contents automatically summarize, rework and update based on your existing sales or organizational data
Continuous optimization, with monitoring, to grow step by step
Research of keywords and topics
GEO
'Generative Engine Optimization'
Findability in AI chatbots (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, ...)
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Content that “answer-ready” is for your target audience: clear, structured and quotable
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Reputation signals: who you are, what you stand for, why you are a resource
- Structured data (ref. schema.org) & FAQs that help AI interpret your site correctly
PhD candidate
'AI Optimization'
The practical rollout and continuous improvement of your web pages
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Implementing your content planning based on your existing website, content and FAQs
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Adjusting the tone of voice, answers and ‘user flows’
- Continuous optimization using statistical analysis and AI
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
How quickly do I see SEO results? (Search Engine Optimization)
SEO works best in the medium and long term. For new projects you can make quick progress, but for existing projects we usually only see the first improvements in rankings and organic traffic after 2 to 16 weeks. It depends a lot on the current situation, the competition in the market and the scope of the intended optimizations. (+ keywords you want to rank for)
Some Quick Wins, such as technical adjustments, improving meta-information or the optimizing existing pages can have an effect within a few weeks. With a good technical foundation and consistent content efforts, we see results quickly. Upon request, we can also monitors to traffic to actively adjust, so that you grow step by step.
How quickly will I see results from GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)?
Does SEO still work now that AI chatbots and search engines are becoming more popular?
Is SEO and GEO interesting for smaller businesses?
Yes, SEO and GEO are just for smaller companies/organizations often very interesting, because you are there targeted and cost-efficient Can grow without relying on advertising budgets. With strong local visibility, clear service pages, and content focused on your expertise, you'll attract exactly the right visitors: people who are already actively searching for your solution.
GEO (for better discoverability in AI answers) reinforces this: if your content is clear and well-structured, you'll be included more quickly in answers from ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. We often work with a limited (~feasible) plan in several phases, tailored to your team, budget, and goals.
Do you prefer to work on a one-off basis or on the basis of a long-term collaboration?
We work both one-off and in long-term collaboration, depending on your needs and urgency. Looking for a targeted boost or facing a specific problem? We'll conduct an audit (short or thorough), develop a concrete action plan, or optimize your most important pages so you can move forward immediately.
Do you want to structurally increase visibility and build better leads? Then a SEO and/or GEO trajectory usually the most profitable: SEO and GEO require monitoring, measuring and adjusting, plus regular content and technical optimizations. (!) We focus on sustainable growth in Google/Bing and the large AI chatbots.
Can you optimize our existing site?
Sure! We can take care of your existing site optimize without having to rebuild everything. We scan/audit the most important bottlenecks (technical, structure, content, and conversion) and then address the pages that have the greatest impact on findability and leads.
Examples of concrete actions: working on faster loading times, better indexing by search engines, sharper keywords, stronger titles and texts, internal links and GEO-oriented content (clear, reliable and well-structured).
How much does SEO, AI SEO, and GEO cost at Studio Mikado?
This depends on your goals, the size of your site, and how much is already well established. We like to work within the constraints of your budget: one-time (e.g. audit + action plan) or in trajectory (monthly optimization and growth). A targeted set of improvements can quickly have a noticeable impact on small and medium-sized sites! Larger sites and web apps require more follow-up. Our support package offers an idea of our hourly rates in a bundle of at least 12 hours, but we also work on an hourly rate where necessary.
We are happy to listen and think along with you!
On location or in a video call.
We start with a good conversation and advise
within the possibilities of your budget.