Keywords and SEO: rev up your skills

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Search Engine Optimization skills are vital for a Web writer. Your words will be found via the search engines, so you need to know how search engines and keywords operate.

Keywords - the words and phrases which searchers type into search query fields - help your writing to be found.

So, if you’re writing Web copy for clients, you need an effective keyword tool. I use WordTracker every day; this resource is an essential tool for me.

However, when you’re just starting your Web writing career, investing in a commercial tool is a waste of money - it will be months before you know enough about SEO to use your keyword tool effectively.

Start by using the free tools, then buy commercial tools when you’re ready.

“10 Of The Best SEO Keyword Selector Tools!” offers a good selection of tools to get you started.

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[tags]Web writing, SEO, keywords[/tags]