{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why The Google HCU Was The Best Things For My Travel Blog with Melissa Byron","description":" When it comes to growing a travel blog, certain SEO best practices\u2014like having a fast website and making your expertise clear\u2014are important. That said, it is possible to grow and scale without obsessing over keywords or chasing trends. Out guest, Melisssa Byron of A Solo Woman Traveling, is proof of this. After being impacted by the Helpful Content Update (HCU), she shifted from keyword-optimized content to reader-first storytelling and aligned offers\u2014which helped her sustainably grow her blogging business, despite Google algorithm updates. In this episode, she'll help you do the same by sharing: -what authenticity actually means when it comes to content creation&amp;nbsp; -tips for getting eyes on your content (Google and beyond) -how to properly align your content with your audience for increased profits -her strategy for creating a reader-first content plan\u2014that also leads to profits -and more!  \ud83c\udf81 FREE OPEN HOUSE INSIDE TRAVEL BLOG PROSPERITY: In April 2026, I'm hosting a free 5-day event for travel bloggers looking to grow their traffic, email list, and income.&amp;nbsp;Each day, you\u2019ll get access to live workshop or coaching call\u2014replays included\u2014as well as our private Facebook group to ask questions in a safe and nurturing environment. If you\u2019ve been feeling a bit stuck lately, or if you\u2019re searching for some blogging clarity and community support, you won\u2019t want to miss it: \u2b07\ufe0f http:\/\/jessieonajourney.com\/open-house\/ \ud83c\udf81 FREE BONUS: Grab access to my free travel blogger resource library: https:\/\/jessieonajourney.com\/free-blogging-printables\/&amp;nbsp; It includes 75+ blogging resources all meant to help you grow your traffic, community, and income faster and with less overwhelm. Snag workshops, tutorials, workbooks, cheat sheets, Trello boards, workflows, and more\u2014including an Authentic Blogging Cheat Sheet! \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f TOOLS MENTIONED: Visit this link for a list of my favorite blogging tools, resources, and discounts - including tools mentioned in the episode:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/jessieonajourney.com\/tools\/&amp;nbsp; \u2728 CONNECT WITH MELISSA: Website: https:\/\/asinglewomantraveling.com\/&amp;nbsp; Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/asolowomantraveling\/ \ud83c\udf89 CONNECT WITH JESSIE: YouTube (blogging):&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@makemoneytravelblogging&amp;nbsp; Travel Creator Community Facebook Group:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/bloggrowthposse&amp;nbsp; Threads:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.threads.net\/@jessieonajourney Facebook:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jessieonajourney\/ Instagram:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jessieonajourney\/ Twitter:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/twitter.com\/JessonaJourney TikTok:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@jessieonajourney&amp;nbsp; Flipboard:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/flipboard.com\/@JessieFesta YouTube (travel):&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@jessieonajourney\/featured \ud83d\ude4f CREDITS \ud83c\udfb6&amp;nbsp;Music by Bjorn Lynne via Depositphotos ","author_name":"The Profitable Travel Blogger Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/jessieonajourney.com\/podcast-for-bloggers\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40009425\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/198567885"}