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A Practical Guide to Using AI for Content Marketing and SEO—Without the Hype

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For many small business owners and solopreneurs, AI feels like it’s moving faster than their ability to keep up. New tools, new terminology, and constant changes to search algorithms can make content marketing and SEO feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already wearing a dozen other hats.

That’s where AI-Powered Content Marketing & SEO comes in. This book is a practical, plain-English guide to understanding how AI is reshaping online visibility—and how businesses can use it thoughtfully and effectively. Rather than promising shortcuts or “set it and forget it” solutions, it focuses on how to combine AI tools with human judgment to create content that performs well in search and resonates with real people.

What I especially appreciate is the book’s balanced approach. It doesn’t treat AI as a magic wand, nor does it shy away from the realities of how search engines are evolving. Instead, it shows business owners how to use AI-generated content strategically, supporting their marketing goals while maintaining authenticity, credibility, and trust.

Why it’s a Must-read:

  • Learn from Big Brands—Without Losing Your Voice
    The book breaks down what large brands are doing right (and wrong) with AI-driven marketing, so small businesses can adapt proven strategies without sacrificing the personal connection that sets them apart.
  • Understand the New Rules of SEO
    Search is changing fast, and AI is a big reason why. This book explains how AI is influencing search engines and offers clear, actionable tactics to help businesses stay visible and competitive.
  • Create Content People and Search Engines Trust
    From avoiding generic, soulless copy to building authority and relevance, the book offers practical tips for using AI in a way that strengthens relationships and drives real business results.

The Bottom Line

If you’re a small business owner trying to stay visible online without getting lost in AI hype or technical jargon, AI-Powered Content Marketing & SEO is a timely and useful resource. Think of it as a 2026 survival—and growth—manual for navigating content, search, and AI with confidence.

I also want to add a personal note. I’ve known one of the authors, Catherine Seda, for years. She freelanced for me when I was the editorial director at Entrepreneur magazine, and she was always especially good at one thing that’s hard to do well: explaining new technologies in ways small business owners could actually understand and put into practice. That clarity carries through in this book. If you’ve been curious about AI but unsure where to start, or how to use it without losing your voice or your values, this is a smart, accessible place to begin.

Read more and get 35% off through Dec 31, 2025!

Rieva Lesonsky is the founder of Small Business Currents, a content company focusing on small businesses and entrepreneurship. You can find her on Twitter @Rieva, Bluesky @Rieva.bsky.social, and LinkedIn. Or email her at Rieva@SmallBusinessCurrents.com.

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