Conversational keywords as the foundation of generative engine optimisation


For a moment, picture a small business owner trying to improve their website traffic. A few years ago, they would have typed something like “SEO tips website traffic” in Google. Today, they’re more likely to search for something like, “How can I increase traffic to my website without spending a lot on ads?” That, in turn, makes the experience more engaging, encouraging visitors to spend more time on your page.

In other words, it is now possible to see exactly what a user is thinking simply by the way they phrase their question. And with such details, marketers can now align their content to the specific needs of their users.

According to VWO, prominent messages can be effective at engaging visitors, leading to a 21% reduction in bounce rate. At a time when appealing to customers is becoming increasingly challenging, who wouldn’t want to take advantage of such statistics? As such, it’s no surprise that Dimension Market Research expects the global GEO market to grow from $1.1 billion in 2026 to over $17 billion by 2034 – a seventeen-fold increase in less than a decade.

There’s also the issue of improving visibility in multiple search formats. Beyond just performing well in generative search responses, conversational content can feature in voice search results, featured snippets and FAQ-style summaries. And the more visible your brand, the more likely you are to attract more visitors.