Do you even need to focus on backlinks right now?
You should only dive into link-building after you’ve got these two things locked down:
1. A solid SEO strategy
2. A strong content foundation (blogs, tools, or resources)
Check out or Guide to Backlinks with ChatGPT
Without this, you’re trying to climb uphill with a backpack full of bricks!
Remember…. SEO takes time.
If you need cash tomorrow, explore channels like paid ads, email, social selling, or even short-form content strategies.
The Link-Building B.S. You Can Ignore
Let’s bust some myths – These outdated tactics don’t work anymore:
• Forum links (most are no-follow)
• Web 2.0 spam (Reddit, Medium, etc.)
• Blog comment links
• Cheap, low-quality PBNs
You might hear folks say these work, maybe in 2013! But Today? If you want to rank quickly and safely, skip the spam and focus on building real relationships and real links.
Also: paying for backlinks won’t get you penalized if you’re smart about it. In competitive spaces (like CBD, VPN, etc.), it’s just the price of admission.
Guide to Backlinks with ChatGPT – The Real Truth about What Kind of Links Actually Work?
Here’s what’s still gold:
• Links from topically relevant blogs/sites
• Mentions on media sites (Forbes, Mashable, etc.)
• Sites that:
1. Get 1,000+ organic visits/month
2. Don’t exist just to publish guest posts
3. Aren’t riddled with links to gambling/CBD/forex
4. Are run by real humans (“About” page = yes, please)
Link-Building is Niche-Dependent
Your approach MUST match your niche.
• Niche blogs (e.g., yoga, fitness): Reach out with value. Most owners will link to helpful content.
• B2B SaaS or marketing: It’s about relationships. You’ll trade posts, access, or other favors.
• Hyper-competitive niches: You’ll need budget for paid placements. Outreach helps, but money talks.
Guide to Backlinks with ChatGPT 7-Step Blueprint
1. Choose a Campaign Type – Pick one (we recommend starting with link insertions):
• Link insertions
• Guest posts
• Broken link building
• Unlinked brand mentions
2. Create a linkable asset to pitch:
• Infographic
• Long-form guide
• Survey-based research
• Free tool/resource
3. Prospect Smart – Use your VA (or yourself if you’re just starting) to:
• Google for relevant blog lists
• Extract competitors’ backlink profiles via Ahrefs or Semrush
• Find content that your resource could naturally enhance
• Target blogs ranking on page 2+ of Google (easier wins)
4. Identify the Right Contact – Based on the site:
• Big media: The article author
• Mid-size company: Head of Content or SEO
• Small blog: The blog owner
Use tools like Hunter.io or Snov.io to find their emails.
5. Personalize Your Outreach
Forget copy-paste. Customize every message. Keep it:
• Light, funny, and human
• Personalized (mention their content, use their name)
• Relevant to their audience
• Free of fluff or corporate jargon
Optional: Offer something in return like a future link, social share, or free trial of your tool.
6. Launch + Track
• Use a separate outreach domain (never send from your main domain)
• Warm it up with a tool like Warmup Inbox
• Send no more than 60 emails/day per inbox
• No more than 2 follow-ups
• Don’t include links in the first email if deliverability is key
7. Building Backlinks on a Budget
Not ready to spend big? Here are low-cost link wins:
1 Guest posts with real value (not AI slop)
2 HARO or Terkel for media mentions
3 Real connections: Engage on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, or niche forums. Then propose a link collaboration.
Tools We Love
• Ahrefs / Semrush — Competitor backlink analysis
• Pitchbox / Snov.io — Outreach automation
• Hunter.io — Email extraction
• Warmup Inbox — Email warmup tool
• MailGenius — Test your email health
• ChatGPT — Yep. Use us to draft witty intros
FAQ
How many emails should I send?
Depends on your niche. Estimate your conversion rate and work backward from your backlink goals.
How long before backlinks help SEO?
1–3 months on average.
Can I rank without backlinks?
In low-competition spaces, yes. But in most niches, links = rankings.
Will I get penalized for link exchanges?
Not unless you’re exchanging links en masse. Be natural and selective.
Is paying for backlinks risky?
Only if you buy junk links. Vet your placements and you’ll be fine.
How do I get links from big media?
PR, connections, or using HARO.
It’s a long game.
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