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Alex is a founder with a deep understanding of how content and organic growth drive business scale. He grew Zen (YC S21) to 200,000+ users and 30+ enterprises, and scaled GovCon in a Box to 1,500+ government contractors purely through content marketing before a successful acquisition. Those experiences gave him a front-row seat to how search is evolving and why AI-native SEO is the next frontier. Now at SEOForge, he's building the tools that help businesses stay visible as AI reshapes how people discover information online.
Articles by Ion-Alexandru
AEO vs SEO: What's Different, What Overlaps, and Where to Focus
April 29, 2026·13 min read·AI Search
AI Search Optimization: How to Boost Visibility Beyond Google
April 28, 2026·14 min read·AI Search
Google AI Overviews Optimization: How to Get Your Content Cited
April 29, 2026·15 min read·AI Search
Going from 3% to 17% traffic from ChatGPT - here's what worked and didn't work for me
December 2024·12 min read·Case Studies
Articles reviewed by Ion-Alexandru
AI Search Analytics: How to Measure Your LLM Visibility
April 28, 2026·12 min read·AI Search
LLMs.txt File: What It Is and How to Create One for Your Website
April 29, 2026·11 min read·AI Search
What is GEO? Generative Engine Optimization Explained
April 29, 2026·12 min read·AI Search
The Keyword Research Guide: A Modern Tutorial for SEO and Content Strategy
April 28, 2026·18 min read·Keyword Research
How to Run a Backlink Audit Without Hurting Your SEO
February 17, 2026·13 min read·Link Building
Backlink Pricing: What You're Actually Paying For
February 17, 2026·14 min read·Link Building
Backlinks for SEO: Quality, Strategy, and What Actually Works
February 17, 2026·18 min read·Link Building
Directory Backlinks: When They Work and When They Hurt SEO
February 17, 2026·12 min read·Link Building
How to Evaluate Backlink Quality (Good vs Toxic Links)
February 17, 2026·14 min read·Link Building
Link Building for SaaS & Startups – A Practical Playbook
February 17, 2026·15 min read·Link Building
White Hat Link Building Strategies for Sustainable SEO Growth
February 17, 2026·14 min read·Link Building
E-E-A-T and SEO: What It Means and How to Build It
April 17, 2026·14 min read·SEO Fundamentals
Google Algorithm Updates: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Respond
April 17, 2026·15 min read·SEO Fundamentals
How Long Does SEO Take? Realistic Timelines and What to Expect
April 20, 2026·14 min read·SEO Fundamentals
How Search Engines Work: Crawling, Indexing, and Ranking Explained
April 20, 2026·12 min read·SEO Fundamentals
On-Page SEO Checklist: Optimize Every Page for Higher Rankings
April 17, 2026·12 min read·SEO Fundamentals
Search Intent in SEO: What It Is and Why It Matters for Rankings
April 17, 2026·16 min read·SEO Fundamentals
10 SEO Myths That Still Mislead Marketers in 2026
April 20, 2026·12 min read·SEO Fundamentals
SEO Strategy: A 7-Step Framework to Build a Plan That Actually Works
April 20, 2026·16 min read·SEO Fundamentals
SEO vs PPC: How to Choose the Right Strategy for Your Business
April 20, 2026·12 min read·SEO Fundamentals
Small Business SEO: A Practical Guide to Getting Found Online
April 20, 2026·15 min read·SEO Fundamentals
What Is SEO? Search Engine Optimization Explained
April 17, 2026·14 min read·SEO Fundamentals
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