Pro product layer, sampleHow to apply it
2 applied records from the paid layer, shown in full with their sources. They are part of a published sample of 74 of the library's 2,480 applied records; the rest are in Growth Operator and Pro.
MSGKB-V2-16-001-03 · vol 16, Link Building, Digital PR & Authority Growth
Link building fundamentals
A link builder begins by auditing the site's current backlink profile to understand what's working and what's not. Linkable assets — content that could attract links — and prioritise creating new assets that fill gaps. They build relationships with industry journalists, bloggers, and site owners through genuine engagement. They conduct targeted outreach to relevant sites, offering valuable content or insights. They monitor the backlink profile regularly, disavowing toxic links and responding to new opportunities. The approach is systematic and relationship-focused, not transactional.
MSGKB-V2-16-034-03 · vol 16, Link Building, Digital PR & Authority Growth
Outreach personalization
A link builder personalising outreach begins by researching each recipient. They read recent articles, review social media profiles, and understand the recipient's interests and priorities. They craft a message that references something specific about the recipient's work. They connect their ask to the recipient's interests or beat. They avoid generic language and obvious templating. They review each message before sending to ensure it's genuinely personalised.