SKILL.md
SEO Optimizer
Overview
Optimizes digital visibility through entity-based SEO, structured data, and content architecture. Focuses on AI Overviews optimization, E-E-A-T authority signals, and semantic topic clustering rather than keyword-centric approaches.
When to use: Search ranking optimization, structured data implementation, content audits, topical authority planning, featured snippet targeting, Core Web Vitals improvement.
When NOT to use: Paid advertising campaigns, social media strategy, email marketing, brand identity design.
Quick Reference
| Pattern |
Approach |
Key Points |
| AI Overviews |
Question-based H2s with direct answers |
1-2 sentence answer before expanding; scannable lists |
| E-E-A-T signals |
Experience-led content with author bios |
First-hand evidence, SME review labels, credentials |
| Structured data |
JSON-LD schema for entities |
Organization, Article, FAQ, Breadcrumb schemas |
| Topic clusters |
Pillar page + cluster architecture |
Internal links flow between pillar and clusters |
| Semantic SEO |
Intent mapping + related terms |
Map pages to Informational/Commercial/Transactional intent |
| Content audit |
30-point scoring methodology |
Title, meta, keywords, structure, snippets, linking, technical |
| Featured snippets |
Format-matched content blocks |
40-60 word definitions, numbered steps, comparison tables |
| Schema markup |
Explicit entity definitions |
Define Who/What/Where in first paragraph + Schema.org |
| Content freshness |
Periodic refresh protocol |
Update critical articles every 6 months with current data |
| Core Web Vitals |
Performance-first design |
LCP, CLS, INP monitoring and continuous improvement |
Common Mistakes
| Mistake |
Correct Pattern |
| Keyword stuffing to boost rankings |
Use semantic SEO with semantically related terms and natural language |
| Publishing generic AI-generated content without expert review |
Lead with first-hand experience and E-E-A-T signals |
| Ignoring Core Web Vitals (LCP, CLS, INP) impact on rankings |
Implement performance-first design and monitor vitals continuously |
| Using hidden or incomplete JSON-LD schema markup |
Define explicit, complete structured data that maps entities clearly |
| Building thin affiliate pages without topical depth |
Create pillar pages with full cluster coverage |
| Writing definitions longer than 60 words for snippet targeting |
Keep definition paragraphs to 40-60 words for featured snippet eligibility |
| Using non-descriptive anchor text like "click here" or "read more" |
Use keyword-rich descriptive anchor text that describes the destination |
| Missing primary keyword from title, description, or first 100 words |
Place primary keyword in title, meta description, first paragraph, and one H2 |
Delegation
- Audit a site for technical SEO issues, missing schema, and Core Web Vitals problems: Use
Explore agent to crawl pages and identify structured data gaps
- Implement JSON-LD schema markup and meta tags across page templates: Use
Task agent to add Organization, Article, FAQ, and Breadcrumb schemas
- Plan a topical authority strategy with pillar pages and content clusters: Use
Plan agent to map keyword intent, cluster hierarchy, and internal linking architecture
References
- [AI Overviews optimization and search visibility](references/ai-overviews.md)
- [E-E-A-T standards and authority building](references/eeat-standards.md)
- [Semantic entity SEO and topic clusters](references/semantic-entity-seo.md)
- [Schema markup patterns with JSON-LD](references/schema-markup.md)
- [Content audit methodology and scoring](references/content-audit.md)