How AI is Changing SEO with Tianna Mamalick

Ep. 385: SEO is evolving. In this episode of Success in Mind, I sit down with Tianna Mamalick, founder of SMB Marketing School, to discuss how AI is changing search and what small business owners must do to stay visible online. You’ll learn: Why people are now typing questions instead of keywords into Google How to use FAQs, service pages, and blogs to get found Why social media platforms are the new search engines The importance of Google Business Profiles, reviews, and backlinks Action steps you can take this week to strengthen your SEO Whether you’re new to SEO or ready to future-proof your strategy, this conversation will give you practical tools you can start using immediately. Connect with Tianna: SMB Marketing → https://smbmarketingschool.com/  Keyword Course → https://smbmarketingschool.com/keyword-course Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smbmarketingschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmamalick/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@smbmarketingschool Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/smbmarketingschool Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smbmarketingschool  Connect with me: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theteriholland Book a coaching call → https://www.teriholland.ca Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 05:13  Evolving Search Behaviour 08:43 The Relevance of Blogs in Modern SEO 12:09 Misconceptions About SEO and AI 14:57 Social Media’s Role in Search 17:10 Navigating Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) 21:20 The Changing Landscape of Keywords 26:06 Optimizing Google My Business for SEO 31:25 The Role of Backlinks in SEO 38:34 Actionable SEO Steps for Business Owners 45:07 The Future of SEO in the Age of AI