Top Of The List

10/16/2026

Dropping some goodies in the mail for our clients and supporters! What do you think they are?

09/29/2026

🎉 Big news: Top Of The List is celebrating 20 years in digital marketing! 🚀

When Bev Mapes started Top Of The List 20 years ago, the internet was a very different place. Two decades later, we’re still helping businesses navigate the digital landscape—from foundational SEO and web design to cutting-edge GEO and AI strategies.

Take a walk down memory lane with us and see how we're celebrating this milestone!

Read the blog post 👇
🔗 20 Years of Top Of The List: Looking Back (and Celebrating!)

As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we look back on what the online marketing industry was like in 2006 - and how far we've come since then.

07/30/2026

Search Engine Optimization looks a lot different than it used to! 🤖

With AI-powered search and LLMs reshaping how people find information online, traditional SEO tactics aren't enough anymore. Winning in today's search landscape requires genuine brand authority, a broad digital footprint, and smart optimization.

We broke down what's actually driving AI traffic in 2026—and what your business needs to do to keep up.

Read our full breakdown on the blog:

Winning in today's AI-strewn search landscape requires more than surface-level content. Here's a breakdown of you can optimize for it.

07/08/2026

We are pleased to welcome Nicole Vesota back to our team! She is jumping into the driver’s seat as our Vice President of Operations. Read more ↓↓↓

We're thrilled to welcome back Nicole Vesota as Vice President of Operations. Discover what she's up to and how she’s driving digital marketing results.

06/23/2026

☀️ Is your marketing strategy ready for the summer shift?

While some industries hit their peak, others experience the traditional “summer slump.” But with advanced AI tools, zero-click searches, and changing consumer behaviors, your strategy needs to be sharper than ever during the warmer months.

In our latest blog post, we dive into the essential digital marketing trends for Summer 2026, including:
👉 Shifting to Mobile & Brand Awareness: Why lighthearted, organic content wins while your audience is on the go.
👉 Mid-Year Budget Checkpoints: How to use this slower period to optimize your ROI for Q3 and Q4.
👉 Autonomous AI Workflows: Using AI to automate lead routing, customer support, and ad spend while your team recharges.
👉 Planning Ahead for Autumn/Winter: Why you need to start holiday SEO and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) right now.

Don’t let the summer months slow down your business growth. Read the full guide to keep your strategy on track! 👇

🔗 https://bit.ly/3QvpOrb

06/16/2026

"I love spending hours on repetitive busywork," said no business owner ever. 🚫

If you’re looking for ways to reclaim your time, optimize your operations, and boost your bottom line, AI might be the exact tool you need. But knowing where to start can be the hardest part.

We’ve demystified AI for business in our newest article. We look past the trends and dive straight into the practical tools and strategies you can use today to drive real growth.

Click the link to read the full breakdown! 📈
👉 https://topofthelist.net/blog/ai-for-business/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

Skip the hype. Discover practical, actionable ways to integrate AI into your daily business workflows without complex technical setups.

05/26/2026

When was the last time you gave your website a full checkup? 🏥💻

Just like a car, your website needs regular maintenance to run at peak performance. If your pages are loading slowly, your links are broken, or your mobile layout is clunky, search engines (and your customers) will notice.

The good news? You don't have to figure it out blindly. We’ve put together a complete guide to the best website audit tools available right now, detailing what they do best and which ones offer the most value for your budget.

Ready to boost your traffic and fix those nagging errors? Click the link to find your next favorite marketing tool: https://topofthelist.net/blog/best-website-audit-tools/

02/03/2026

If you’ve ever wondered why some websites rank higher even if their content is similar to yours, the answer often lies in their backlink profile. 🔗

Backlinks are like "referrals" for the internet. The more high-quality sites that vouch for you, the more Google trusts you. But be carefu. Not all links are created equal!

Check out our new blog post to learn:
🔹 What makes a "good" vs. "bad" link.
🔹 How backlinks pass along "link juice."
🔹 Tips for earning links naturally.

🔗 Get the scoop here: https://topofthelist.net/blog/backlinks-importance-seo/

12/08/2025

Do you need some corporate gift ideas?

Stumped on what to give clients or employees this year? 🎁
Corporate gifting doesn’t have to be boring — or stressful.

We just rounded up a list of smart, meaningful, and actually useful corporate gift ideas that companies are loving right now. Perfect for holidays, milestones, anniversaries, and client appreciation.

If you want gifts that stand out (and don’t end up in a drawer), this one’s worth a read.

👉 Check out the full list: https://businessanniversaries.com/blog/good-corporate-gift-ideas/