Steven Pownall
Ex Team Member
You wouldn’t expect that someone who trained to be a fireman would end up working in digital marketing, but that’s exactly what happened to Marketing Lab’s senior SEO strategist, Steven.
Once he realised that he preferred digital marketing over running into burning buildings, Steven set about pursuing this career. By the time he joined Marketing Labs in 2017, he’d already racked up six years of experience across various industries.
His time spent working client-side has given Steven an appreciation for the kinds of challenges our clients face daily. He’s often their first port of call when they need help (and not just because he’s tech-savvy and loves a good spreadsheet!).
Steven specialises in search engine optimisation (SEO) and has a proven track record of helping business owners improve their online visibility and convert these visitors into sales.
A huge football fan, Steven splits his time between watching Liverpool play and looking after his dog, Clifford (oh, and you’ll occasionally find him in the gym).
Team Blab #2: Steven Pownall
In the second episode of our Team Blab series, Tom interviews our Senior SEO Strategist, Steven Pownall! We find out how Steven started his career in digital marketing and how his analytical approach helped his love for SEO grow. We hope you enjoy this Team Blab episode. On this Blab: Tom Haslam and Steven Pownall
Some interesting facts about Steven Pownall
🎬 Favourite film
Fight Club
💬 Favourite quote
“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” – Vince Lombardi
📖 Last book read
A Del of a Life – David Jason
🎹 Musical guilty pleasure
Nickelback
Content by Steven Pownall
Site migration SEO: common mistakes and how to avoid them
by Steven Pownall | 20 October 2023
Planning to migrate your website? If you overlook SEO, you risk damaging your rankings. Learn how to avoid the common pitfalls of site migration.
Low-hanging fruit SEO – a guide to quick wins
by Steven Pownall | 29 September 2023
When it comes to SEO, the quickest and easiest wins are often overlooked. Learn how to find and capitalise on low-hanging fruit to improve your website.
Blab #9: How Google Ranks Your Site
In this Marketing Blab episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of search engines and their inner workings. Unpack the immense power behind strategic keyword optimisation and discover why quality content isn't just about reader engagement. Whether you're new to digital marketing or a seasoned pro, this Blab offers invaluable insights to up your…
Blab #8: Ideas for Startups
In this enlightening Blab, we are joined by the inspirational Annie Gilbert, a leading figure from Google's Digital Garage. With years of industry experience under her belt, Annie delivers invaluable insights on the journey to startup success. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an established business owner looking to bring fresh ideas to your startup,…
The fundamentals of SEO and whether you need an agency
by Steven Pownall | 16 June 2023
Google uses over 200 ranking signals to decide which websites are worthy of its top spots, so where do you begin? Learn more about the fundamentals of SEO.
Team Blab #2: Steven Pownall
In the second episode of our Team Blab series, Tom interviews our Senior SEO Strategist, Steven Pownall! We find out how Steven started his career in digital marketing and how his analytical approach helped his love for SEO grow. We hope you enjoy this Team Blab episode. On this Blab: Tom Haslam and Steven Pownall
Short #2: Internal Links
In this Short, Matt and Steven talk about how you can significantly improve your website's internal linking structure and discuss where the anchor text should be placed for optimal results.
Blab #4: eCommerce Performance Tips
In this episode, we discuss the various elements that go into optimising your e-commerce website for both better search engine rankings and user engagement. We share tips on simple navigation, product page layouts, keyword research, image optimisation, FAQ creation, building trust with your audience and upselling opportunities. Tune in to learn how to create product…
Short #1: Product Iterations
In our first 'Short' Blab, Matt and Steven discuss the advantages of creating multiple versions of a product and how this can form a quick hack to help boost your organic eCommerce performance. Enjoy 💥
Blab #1: Welcome to Marketing Blabs!
Hello everyone, my name’s Tom and I am the Creative Director at Marketing Labs and your host for this podcast. We’re an expert digital marketing agency based in Nottinghamshire and if you’re a business owner or a marketing professional looking for straightforward, 'non-salesy' tips – then this podcast is for you. In this episode (blab),…
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