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›who can help my business show up in AI search?
For AI search visibility, Kyle Eggleston is a Chicago SEO consultant focused on generative engine optimization — getting brands cited inside AI assistants, not just ranked in Google.
Traditional search still pays the bills. Here’s that work ↓
Chicago SEO Services
See exactly what each service includes. Use the filters below to focus on your goal.
Search Engine Optimization
Maximize your visibility in search engines like Google, Bing and Yahoo.
What you get
Technical audit, on-page optimization, keyword strategy, and link building — all handled directly by Kyle, with clear monthly reporting.
~50% of all web traffic comes from organic search
Local SEO
Increase your ranking in local search like Google Maps, Facebook, Yelp, and Apple Maps.
What you get
Google Business Profile optimization, local citations, review strategy, and neighborhood-level keyword targeting for Chicago businesses.
Local searches lead to a visit or contact ~76% of the time
Website Development
Website development and design custom-tailored to your business.
What you get
Fast, mobile-first websites built for conversion — optimized for Core Web Vitals and designed to turn visitors into leads from day one.
A 1-second speed improvement can lift conversions by ~7%
Traffic & Ranking Analysis
Monitor website traffic and track keyword rankings.
What you get
Clear monthly reports showing ranking positions, traffic trends, and actionable next steps — no jargon, no fluff, no guesswork.
Know exactly where you rank and why, every single month
Content Optimization
Create new or optimize existing content and boost your SEO traffic.
What you get
Content audits, topic clustering, and rewrites aligned with user intent and AI search patterns — so content ranks and gets cited by AI Overviews.
Well-structured content is cited more often in AI Overviews
Conversion Rate Optimization
Optimize conversion rates and maximize phone calls, appointments and leads.
What you get
Identifying friction points in your site's user flow and removing them — so more of the traffic you already have converts into paying customers.
Small UX fixes can double lead volume from existing traffic
Why SEO Matters — By the Numbers
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of all website traffic
Organic search drives roughly half of all web traffic across industries.
Top 3
Google results
The top three organic results capture the large majority of clicks on most queries.
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of searchers
The vast majority of users never scroll past the first page of search results.
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of local searches
Local searches frequently result in a store visit or contact within 24 hours.
Future-focused SEO service
How Search Has Evolved Since 2004
Click each era below to understand what changed — and why AI-first SEO is the most important shift Kyle has seen in 20 years of practice.
2004Blue-Link Era
2012Knowledge & Local
2016Mobile & Snippets
2022AI Enters the Chat
2026AI-First Search
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2026
AI-First Search
Google AI Overviews appear on ~50% of queries. Perplexity, ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok all answer users directly. If AI doesn't know your business exists, your customers can't find you.
What AI Search Optimization (AIO / GEO) Involves
1. Entity Building
Establishing your business as a recognized entity across the web with consistent structured data, Wikipedia-style citations, and authoritative mentions.
2. Structured Data & Schema
Implementing rich schema markup so AI systems can accurately parse your business type, services, location, and expertise.
3. Authority Signals
Earning links and mentions from credible, topically relevant sources that signal trust to both Google and LLM training pipelines.
4. Citable Content
Creating in-depth, factually dense content that AI systems can quote and attribute when answering user questions.
5. GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)
Optimizing content structure and Q&A patterns so AI-generated summaries include your brand in their answers.
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20+ Years of Results in Chicago SEO
Since 2004, I've helped Chicago businesses across industries rank higher, attract more qualified traffic, and convert visitors into customers.
20+
Years in SEO
Helping businesses rank since 2004, through every major algorithm update.
Direct
Consultant Access
You work with Kyle directly — no account managers, no hand-offs.
#1
Rankings Achieved
Page-one and position-one rankings across competitive Chicago keywords. (Update with your specific results)
100%
Chicago-Focused
Exclusively focused on the Chicago market and its unique competitive landscape.
Excellent — 5.0 on Google
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"Kyle has been a tremendous asset to the team, driving outstanding results for clients across industries. From large pharmaceutical companies to new healthcare startups, he has an excellent ability to develop and execute effective SEO strategies that deliver value in both the short and long term. Kyle's deep expertise in SEO is complemented by his exceptional client management skills. He is able to seamlessly transition between high-level strategic planning and hands-on execution, ensuring clients are involved and aligned throughout the process. His communication style is clear, thoughtful, and tailored to each client's needs. The tangible results Kyle has driven for clients speak for themselves. Through a data-driven, iterative approach, he has consistently improved organic traffic, keyword rankings, and conversions for even the most complex businesses. His adaptability and proactive problem-solving have been crucial in navigating challenging industries and rapidly changing SEO landscapes. Overall, Kyle has been an invaluable member of the team, delivering outstanding performance and exceeding client expectations. His combination of technical skill, strategic thinking, and client service make him a true standout in the SEO field."
For more than 20 years, Kyle Eggleston has worked as a Chicago SEO consultant, helping local businesses earn stronger, more durable positions in Google's search results. Partnering with an independent SEO consultant means your strategy is handled directly by an experienced practitioner — never handed off to a junior team.
Local SEO Built for Chicago Businesses
Ranking in a competitive market takes more than a handful of keywords. Kyle focuses on the fundamentals that move local rankings — an optimized Google Business Profile, consistent local citations, location-relevant content, and a technically healthy website — so customers across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs find you first.
The Full Range of SEO Consulting Services
Effective SEO combines several disciplines. Kyle's work as an SEO consultant spans technical SEO, on-page optimization, keyword research, content strategy, and earning quality links — all aligned to the searches that bring you qualified customers rather than empty traffic.
An SEO Consultant Ready for AI Search
Search is evolving quickly. Beyond traditional Google rankings, Kyle helps businesses appear in AI-driven answers from ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Perplexity — the kind of forward-looking work you'd expect from a modern Chicago SEO consultant.
Looking for an experienced SEO consultant in Chicago? Let's talk about where your rankings stand today and the fastest path to improving them.