Forget chasing word counts. Apparently, the 1,447-word minimum to rank well on Google Search is now debunked. In a recent insightful discussion on LinkedIn, written by Roger Montti and published by Search Engine Journal, Google's John Mueller himself dispelled the myth of an 'ideal' content length for SEO success. He urged us to shift our focus from arbitrary metrics to genuine value, sparking a fascinating debate about what truly makes online content shine.
Who is John Mueller? Well, after checking Google’s website, John’s role basically is to coordinate Google Search Relations efforts as a Search advocate. He and his team connect the Google-internal world of Search engineering, to those who create and optimise public websites . . .
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