West County Net

06/20/2026

AI is changing how we search online. 🤖🔍 People are no longer looking for information through search engines alone. They are using LLMs like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google’s AI Mode to do the searching for them.

So the big question now is: Are you showing up in those searches? 👀

To boost AI search visibility, your website needs to be a source of information that LLMs trust enough to summarize, cite, and recommend in AI-generated answers.

In our latest guide, we break down exactly how LLMs choose web sources and the practical steps you can take to improve your AI search visibility, including:

☑️ Building a strong SEO foundation
☑️ Creating content that answers real questions
☑️ Strengthening EEAT + credibility signals
☑️ Keeping your content fresh, accurate, and up-to-date
☑️ Making sure your website is easy for AI crawlers to find + understand

The businesses winning in AI search have a solid SEO foundation and are regularly publishing helpful content, that strengthens their credibility, and is easy for both people and LLMs to find + trust.⁠ Follow the link to read the full guide.

💬 What's your go-to way for finding info online: Google, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, or something else? Comment below!
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West County Net is a full-service digital marketing agency that has been helping businesses grow + thrive online since 1994. As an independently-owned agency, we are proud to partner with both local North Bay businesses and national corporations to increase visibility, generate leads, and drive measurable results. Our philosophy is simple: when our clients succeed, we succeed. Let's grow together.
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Future-proof your SEO strategy and learn how to rank in AI search and LLMs like ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI overviews, and more.

06/10/2026

Top SEO Ranking Factors Today 🔍 Search has evolved. With AI-powered search experiences becoming the norm, many businesses are asking the same question: Does SEO still matter?

The answer is a resounding YES. 💯 In fact, Google confirms that the same SEO best practices that drive traditional search rankings continue to influence visibility in their AI-generated search results and summaries.

That means if you want your content to appear in search results, AI overviews, and LLM-generated answers, you need a strong SEO foundation. 💪

In our latest guide, we break down the top SEO factors that actually drive results today:
🔹 Content Quality, Originality + Freshness
🔹 Search Intent Alignment
🔹 EEAT Signals (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness + Trustworthiness)
🔹 Technical Site Performance
🔹 User Experience (UX) + Engagement Signals

Businesses that consistently create valuable content, demonstrate real authority + expertise, and deliver exceptional user experiences are winning in both traditional search and AI-driven discovery. 🚀

Click the link to check out the full guide + learn how to win long-term visibility online!

💬 Comment below: Which factors do you see making the biggest impact on search visibility today?

These are the top SEO ranking factors to focus on if you want to improve search rankings, drive organic traffic, and succeed online.

05/13/2026

With all the recent buzz around ADA compliance (yes, that Press Democrat article), it’s been a busy day of nonstop calls and emails.

A lot of businesses are realizing their websites might need a bit of a tune-up and that's a good thing in my book. It shows how much companies care about their business.

While accessibility is in part about protecting your business, at its core, ADA best practices make your website inclusive and welcoming for everyone.

If you’re wondering where your site stands, we’ve got you. West County Net offers ADA audits, remediation, and ongoing support to keep you covered.

Let’s make your website work for everyone. Contact us directly at ✉️[email protected] or visit us online at www.westcounty.com

01/22/2026

Let's talk retargeting 🎯

Ever look at a product on a site and suddenly start seeing it 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 else? 👀 That’s not a coincidence—it’s retargeting.

Retargeting ads are used to reach people who visited your website but didn't convert. They are like well-timed reminders that keep your business top of mind while users scroll social media, browse other websites, or watch videos on YouTube.

Whether you’re selling products or services, retargeting ads can be a powerful tool that helps turn passive interest into measurable revenue. 💻💲

In our latest blog, we explain everything you need to know about retargeting ads and how an effective strategy can help you get more value from every website visit.

🔗 Click the link for the full guide!

Retargeting ads are used to reach people who have previously visited your website but did not complete a desired action (e.g., convert).

12/23/2025

The West County Net team is honored to be nominated for Best Ad Agency + Best Digital Creative Services in the North Bay Bohemian Best of the North Bay 2026 reader's poll! Your support means the world to us, and helps us keep doing what we love. 💙 Voting ends Sunday, December 28th! 🗳Cast your votes here:⁠ https://bohemian.com/best-of-ballot-sonoma/

09/30/2025

SEM vs SEO: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵’𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦? 🖥️🔍 Both strategies play a role in how your business appears in search results, but work in very different ways.

SEM = paid ads for immediate results. 💰 SEO = organic rankings with long-term results. 🎯 Both = a secret weapon for SUCCESS! 🔥

In our latest blog, we provide a full breakdown of SEM vs. SEO, including tips on how to use these marketing strategies to maximize visibility in search results! 🚀

🔗 Follow the link to read the full blog.

Knowing the difference between SEM vs SEO is essential. They both affect how a website appears in search results, but work in different ways.

03/19/2025

Thank you to everyone who voted us Best Ad Agency and Best Digital Creative Services four years in a row! 🩵🩵🩵🩵

The entire West County Net team is so grateful for your support, and we are truly honored to be recognized alongside so many amazing businesses in the North Bay Bohemian Best of 2025 readers poll!

We love what we do and who we do it for. Thank you Sonoma County!

04/09/2024

We're thrilled to announce that our very own CTO, Julian Wilson Holmes, has been selected as a winner of The North Bay Business Journal's Forty Under 40 Awards! When it comes to web development and technical solutions, Julian's expertise and ingenuity have been a driving force behind our company's success. This award is a well-deserved recognition of both his inspiring talent and natural leadership. We're so grateful to have him on our team!

Join us in congratulating Julian and all the other Forty Under 40 winners on this merited honor! 👏 Follow the link to see all the 2024 winners. → https://tinyurl.com/2024-40-under-40

03/24/2023

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new Russian River Chamber of Commerce website!🎉💻 Many of us at WCN were raised in the Russian River area, making it a great honor to collaborate with the Chamber and create a website that truly showcases the area's stunning beauty and lively community spirit.🌲🏞️ Follow the link to explore the new website and let your cares float away on the Russian River! 🌊🍷 → https://russianriver.com/

03/24/2023

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new Russian River Chamber of Commerce website!🎉💻 Many of us at WCN were raised in the Russian River area, making it a great honor to collaborate with the Chamber and create a website that truly showcases the area's stunning beauty and lively community spirit.🌲🏞️
Follow the link to explore the new website and let your cares float away on the Russian River! 🌊🍷

Plan your visit to Guerneville, CA! The Russian River Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center has information about things to do and where to stay and eat.