The #1 SEO Mistake Still Killing Rankings in 2025

E771: Are you still making the biggest SEO mistake of 2025?

It’s surprisingly common, it’s quietly killing rankings, and most marketers don’t even realize they’re doing it.

You’ll discover: - The subtle difference between writing for search engines vs. writing for searchers - How to spot this ranking-killing habit in your own content - Why modern algorithms are different - The simple mindset shift that leads to copy that converts - A real-world example showing how to do it right

Whether you’re a seasoned SEO or just starting out, this one tweak can make the difference between page one and being buried in the results.

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00:00 Introduction 00:26 Identifying the Common SEO Mistake 00:40 Understanding Search Intent 01:18 Examples of Misaligned SEO Copy 04:17 Correcting the Mistake: Writing for Searchers 06:00 The Importance of User-Focused Content 08:45 SEO Best Practices for 2025 09:27 Conclusion and Further Learning

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