The Non-Tech Girl’s Guide to SEO (2026 Edition)

mercedesmcgee2
Nov 6
2 min read

If the word “SEO” makes your eyes glaze over, you’re not alone. For years, search engine optimization has been treated like a mysterious, overly technical world reserved for coders and digital marketers.

But here’s the truth: in 2026, SEO is no longer about coding — it’s about connection. It’s how your dream clients find you, trust you, and click that “Book Now” button.

You don’t need to speak in algorithms — you just need to know a few simple things that make your site discoverable. Let’s break it down.

1️⃣ SEO in 2026 = Clarity Over Keywords

Once upon a time, SEO was all about stuffing pages with keywords. Now? Google’s smarter than that — and so are your clients.

Google’s AI reads your pages like a person would.If your website clearly explains who you help, what you do, and where you serve, you’re already ahead of the game.

✅ Action Step:Make sure every page answers these questions:

Who do you help?
What do you help them do?
Where are you (or who do you serve)?

Example:

“I design simple, modern websites that help small business owners across the U.S. stand out online.”

That one line covers all three.

2️⃣ Blog Posts Are SEO Gold

Every blog post you write is a new “door” into your business. When you share helpful how-tos or answer real questions, you’re telling Google,

“Hey — I’m an expert, and I’m active.”

The more doors you build, the more ways clients can find you.

✅ Action Step: Post once a month (or more if you can). Each post = a new keyword, new Pinterest pin, and new chance to be discovered.

3️⃣ Don’t Ignore Your Meta Descriptions

That little blurb that shows up under your Google result? It matters. It’s your one-line elevator pitch to get someone to click your site over another.

✅ Action Step: Write your own meta descriptions in Wix for each page.Keep them around 150 characters and make them sound human:

“Helping small business owners build stunning websites and get found online — without the tech overwhelm.”

4️⃣ Mobile + Speed = Ranking Power

Google ranks websites based on how well they perform for users.If your site loads slowly or looks off on mobile, you’ll fall behind competitors.

✅ Action Step: Test your site on your phone and run it through PageSpeed Insights. Fix any red flags like large images or slow animations.

5️⃣ Visibility Is the New SEO

Traditional SEO is just one piece of the puzzle.Real visibility in 2026 comes from being seen across platforms — your blog, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Google all work together.

✅ Action Step: Think of your website as the hub and Pinterest, Google, and social media as roads leading in. The more roads you build, the more traffic you get.