An Introduction to GEO with Shane Jordan

An Introduction to GEO with Shane Jordan

Author: Firebrand June 12, 2025 Duration: 31:24
Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is rapidly emerging as the next frontier of search strategy. As AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Google’s AI overviews transform how people seek information, brands must adapt their content to be not just searchable but AI-friendly. One of our very own Firebrand team members, Shane Jordan, joins us on the podcast this week as we break down these shifts in search behavior and unpack the best practices for staying ahead of these changes. This week, episode 92 of...

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