I don’t keyword research every post using a tool like Google Keyword Research Tool. I usually keep that for a bit more indepth analysis and exploratory work.

Most of the time when I blog I am aiming for one particluar phrase, but sometimes I will use a tilde in my search to find what Google thinks are related terms or synonyms. Google likes a page that contains original text with related terms, so it’s useful to have a peek and see what Google thinks are related terms.

It’s easy to use the Tilde Search Operator - Add “~” before your word (it’s called a tilde).

For instance, here’s the search for “~Hobo” – Without the quotes of course

You immediately see the term Tramp, History of the Book @ Oxford, & Recluse.

It really is 2 second keyword research for Google SEO, ideal for blog posts anyway.

Did you know when you link to a Hobo SEO post we have search engine friendly links back to your site if approved? Our comments are also search engine friendly you know (once you've commented on a few posts)! Do you need any more encouragement to get involved in the conversation ;)