SEO Headline Guide
The Heading
Your heading (headline, topic) has only one job. To catch the attention of searchers.
For that to happen, you need to highlight 3 key things.
- That you have exactly what they’re searching for.
- That you understand their unique situation.
- One reason why your article is better.
Here are 7 headline formulas.
i) Number + Modifier + Keyword (e.g. 5 Best Deals For Laptop External Keyboard / 5 Easy Ways To Lace Your Shoe)
ii) Modifier + Keyword + Year
Examples
- Best Deals For Laptop External Keyboard 2025
- Best Way to Lace Your Shoe in 2025
- Fastest Way to Lace Your Shoe in 2025
- Easiest Way to Lace Your Shoe in 2025)
iii) Number + Modifier + Keyword + Location (e.g. 7 Best SEO Companies in Nigeria) 5 Best Deal For bLaptop External Keyboard in Lagos
iv) Modifier + Number + Keyword + Location (e.g. Top 7 SEO Companies in Florida)
v) Keyword + Promise e.g.
- Search Engine Optimization: All You Need to Know)
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vi) Modifier + Keyword + Location e.g.
- The Most Profitable Online Business in Nigeria
- Easiest Online Business to Start in Nigeria
- Cheapest HP Laptops in Nigeria
vii) Modifier + Keyword + Benefit e.g.
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Number + Modifier + Keyword + Target Audience e.g.
- 7 Best Return on Investment Calculators for Business Owners
NOTE: Your heading must always contain your keyword. Always.
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