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Opportunity Dashboard Guide
Identify high-potential pages, striking distance opportunities, and content that needs attention. Transform your search performance with data-driven optimization priorities and actionable insights.
What is the Opportunity Dashboard?
The Opportunity Dashboard is your strategic command center for identifying and prioritizing SEO optimization opportunities. It automatically analyzes your search performance data to surface high-potential pages, striking distance opportunities, content decay issues, and keyword cannibalization problems.
High Potential Pages
Pages with strong search performance indicators that could drive significantly more traffic with optimization.
Striking Distance
Pages ranking on page 2-3 that could easily move to page 1 with targeted optimizations.
Decaying Content
Pages experiencing declining performance that need attention to prevent further traffic loss.
Keyword Cannibalization
Multiple pages competing for the same keywords, diluting your search performance.
Key Features
High Potential Analysis
Identify pages with strong performance indicators that could drive significantly more traffic.
- High impression volume analysis
- Strong CTR indicators
- Good ranking potential
- Optimization opportunity scoring
Striking Distance Detection
Find pages ranking on page 2-3 that could easily move to page 1 with targeted improvements.
- Position 11-20 analysis
- Quick win identification
- Optimization priority scoring
- Impact potential assessment
Content Decay Detection
Identify pages experiencing declining performance that need immediate attention.
- Performance decline tracking
- Traffic loss identification
- Decay severity scoring
- Recovery opportunity analysis
Keyword Cannibalization
Detect when multiple pages compete for the same keywords, diluting your search performance.
- Duplicate keyword detection
- Competing page identification
- Impact severity assessment
- Resolution recommendations
Understanding Opportunity Types
Each opportunity type represents a different optimization scenario with specific characteristics and recommended actions. Understanding these types helps you prioritize your optimization efforts effectively.
High Potential Pages
These are pages that show strong performance indicators but haven't reached their full potential yet.
Characteristics:
- High impression volume (lots of people see them in search)
- Good CTR potential (people click when they see them)
- Strong content foundation
- Room for optimization improvement
Recommended Actions:
- Optimize page titles and meta descriptions
- Improve content quality and depth
- Enhance internal linking
- Add relevant keywords naturally
Striking Distance Opportunities
Pages ranking on page 2-3 that could easily move to page 1 with targeted improvements.
Characteristics:
- Ranking positions 11-20
- Good search volume potential
- Competitive but achievable keywords
- Clear optimization path
Recommended Actions:
- Target specific ranking improvements
- Optimize for featured snippets
- Improve page speed and user experience
- Build relevant backlinks
Decaying Content
Pages experiencing declining performance that need attention to prevent further traffic loss.
Characteristics:
- Declining click and impression trends
- Dropping average positions
- Reduced search visibility
- Outdated or thin content
Recommended Actions:
- Update and refresh content
- Add new, relevant information
- Improve page structure and readability
- Fix technical SEO issues
Keyword Cannibalization
Multiple pages competing for the same keywords, diluting your search performance and confusing search engines.
Characteristics:
- Multiple pages targeting same keywords
- Split search performance
- Confused search engine signals
- Reduced overall visibility
Recommended Actions:
- Consolidate similar content
- Differentiate page focus
- Use 301 redirects where appropriate
- Implement proper internal linking
How to Use the Opportunity Dashboard
Follow this strategic approach to get the most value from your opportunity analysis. Each step helps you prioritize and execute optimizations for maximum impact.
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Review High Potential Pages
Start with high potential pages as they offer the biggest opportunity for traffic growth.
What to look for:
- Pages with high impression volume but low CTR
- Pages ranking well but with room for improvement
- Pages with strong content that could be optimized
- Pages targeting high-value keywords
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Focus on Striking Distance Opportunities
Prioritize pages that are close to page 1 rankings for quick wins and immediate impact.
What to look for:
- Pages ranking positions 11-20
- Pages with good search volume potential
- Pages with clear optimization paths
- Pages targeting achievable keywords
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Address Decaying Content
Fix pages experiencing performance declines to prevent further traffic loss.
What to look for:
- Pages with declining click trends
- Pages with dropping average positions
- Pages with outdated content
- Pages with technical issues
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Resolve Keyword Cannibalization
Fix competing pages to consolidate search performance and improve overall visibility.
What to look for:
- Multiple pages targeting same keywords
- Split search performance
- Confused search signals
- Opportunities for content consolidation
Understanding the Dashboard Interface
The Opportunity Dashboard presents your optimization opportunities in an organized, easy-to-prioritize format. Learn how to interpret each section for maximum strategic value.
Opportunity Sections
Each section focuses on a specific type of optimization opportunity:
High Potential Pages
Pages with strong performance indicators that could drive significantly more traffic with optimization.
Striking Distance
Pages ranking on page 2-3 that could easily move to page 1 with targeted improvements.
Decaying Content
Pages experiencing declining performance that need attention to prevent further traffic loss.
Keyword Cannibalization
Multiple pages competing for the same keywords, diluting your search performance.
Export Options
Export your opportunity analysis data in multiple formats for detailed planning, team collaboration, and reporting.
Common Use Cases
Here are practical ways to use the Opportunity Dashboard in your SEO strategy. These use cases will help you get maximum value from your opportunity analysis.
Monthly SEO Planning
Use the dashboard monthly to identify and prioritize optimization opportunities for your content team.
Quick Win Identification
Focus on striking distance opportunities for immediate traffic gains and quick wins.
Content Maintenance
Regularly check for decaying content to maintain your existing search performance and prevent traffic loss.
Site Architecture Optimization
Use cannibalization detection to improve your site structure and eliminate competing pages.
Client Reporting
Export opportunity data to create comprehensive reports showing optimization progress and priorities.
Resource Allocation
Use opportunity scoring to allocate your optimization resources to the highest-impact activities.
Pro Tips for Opportunity Analysis
Prioritize by Impact
Focus on opportunities with the highest potential impact first, rather than trying to fix everything at once.
Track Progress Over Time
Regularly monitor how your optimizations affect opportunity scores to measure your success.
Use Filters Strategically
Filter opportunities by type, impact, or difficulty to focus on the most relevant optimizations for your current goals.
Collaborate with Teams
Share opportunity data with your content and development teams to ensure everyone understands the priorities.
Troubleshooting
Having issues with your Opportunity Dashboard? Check these frequently asked questions for quick solutions to common problems and questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why don't I see any opportunities in some sections?
Empty sections can occur when:
- Your site is new and hasn't accumulated enough data yet
- Your content is already well-optimized
- Your date range is too narrow
- Your site has very limited search visibility
Try expanding your date range or check back after your site has more search data.
How do I know which opportunities to tackle first?
Prioritize opportunities based on their potential impact and your available resources. High potential pages and striking distance opportunities typically offer the best return on investment.
How often should I check the Opportunity Dashboard?
We recommend checking the dashboard monthly for regular optimization planning. For sites with frequent content updates, consider checking more frequently.
Can I use this data to plan content creation?
Yes! High potential pages and striking distance opportunities often reveal content gaps and optimization needs that can inform your content creation strategy.