These are some of the basic to-do list for the SEO. These are the basics and can't be ignored.
- Keyword Analysis
- Good Content
- Site Map
- Directory Submission: Some say directory submission is not effective, but you should not ignore this step. This is one of the easiest methods
- Forum Submission: Just remember, all webmasters hate SPAM articles. When you post entry in the forum, it is important to post the relevant content with the forums' topic
- Article Submission: One of the popular method to boost your site's presence.
- Video Submission: Create interesting video. It can be simple as series of screen shot of your website. Just add some explanation or texts along with that. There are tons of video sharing site. You can start from Youtube.com and Vimeo.com. Make sure that you provide your keywords and Website URL in the video description.
- Link Building: Back links are the heart of the SEO. There are many ways to build back links. Such as joining various free membership sites - often they provide a personal profile page that you can set your homepage or simple blog interface so you can write an article about your site. Also you can leave comments on other blogs with the similar interest. Make sure you leave your website URL. Then there are link exchange methods
- Social Bookmarking: There are tons of social bookmarking , networking sites out there. They are free to join. Use them.
I will go over more detail with each item next time.