AI Search Optimization

Be the business AI recommends

When someone asks ChatGPT, Google AI, or Perplexity “Who's the best near me?” — your business should be the answer. That's what Generative Engine Optimization does.

AI search has already reduced organic traffic 30–45% for local service businesses. The ones who adapt now will own their market.

30–45%

Organic traffic lost to AI answers

2–7

Brands cited per AI query

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Charlotte GEO agencies (yet)

The problem

AI is answering questions instead of sending people to your website

Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity are replacing the clicks your business used to get. Here's what's happening.

30–45%

Traffic loss

Local service businesses are losing up to 45% of their organic traffic to AI-generated answers that never link to their website.

2–7

Brands cited

AI models only recommend 2–7 businesses per query. If you're not one of them, you're invisible to a growing share of your market.

0

Charlotte GEO agencies

Nobody in the Charlotte market is offering dedicated GEO services yet. First movers will own AI search while competitors scramble.

The difference

Generative Engine Optimization — SEO for the AI age

Traditional SEO gets you ranked on Google. GEO gets you recommended by AI. Both matter — but only one is growing.

Traditional SEO

"How do I appear in search results?"

  • Optimizes for 10 blue links on Google
  • Keyword rankings and backlinks
  • User clicks through to your website
  • Established playbook, high competition
The future

GEO (AI Optimization)

"How do I get cited by AI?"

  • Optimizes for AI search and citations
  • Authority signals, structured data, entity optimization
  • AI tells users to hire YOU directly
  • New discipline, massive first-mover advantage

Generative Engine Optimization — SEO for the AI age

Traditional SEO gets you ranked on Google. GEO gets you recommended by AI. Both matter — but only one is growing.

Optimized for AI search

We build the authority signals, structured data, and entity optimization AI models rely on.

AI tells users to hire you

Instead of ten blue links, the assistant names your business directly as the answer.

Massive first-mover advantage

GEO is a new discipline with low competition. Early movers own AI search in their market.

What we do

Complete GEO services that get you recommended

We handle every signal AI models use to decide which businesses to recommend.

AI search audit & monitoring

We test real prompts across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews — and track citations monthly.

Superlative list placement

We secure placements in 'Best [service] in {city}' articles that AI models cite.

Schema & structured data

LocalBusiness, Service, FAQ, and Review schema so AI crawlers can read and cite you accurately.

Answer-optimized content

FAQ pages and data-driven articles written to directly answer the questions AI gets asked.

Citation & authority building

Consistent presence across directories AI trusts, plus review and reputation management.

Digital PR & reputation

Press releases, media mentions, and review strategy that build the authority signals AI uses.

Pricing

Transparent GEO packages — every deliverable spelled out

No mystery line items. See exactly what you get at every tier.

Features
GEO Starter
$599 /mo
GEO Growth
$1,499 /mo
GEO Domination
$2,499 /mo
GEO Custom
Custom
AI Search & Monitoring
AI Prompts Monitored (Monthly)51530Unlimited
AI Platforms TrackedChatGPT + Google AIChatGPT, Google AI, PerplexityAll Major AI PlatformsAll + Emerging
Competitor AI Search Tracking
AI Citation ReportMonthlyBi-WeeklyWeeklyReal-Time Dashboard
Content & Optimization
AI-Optimized Content Pieces (Monthly)248Custom Volume
FAQ Pages Optimized for AI Queries2612Unlimited
Schema Markup ImplementationBasicFullFull + AdvancedFull + Custom
Voice Search Optimization
Authority & Citations
List Article Placements (Monthly)13610+
AI-Crawlable Directory Alignment
Review Management StrategyActive ManagementActive + Outreach
Press Releases1/mo2/mo
Digital PR & Media Mentions
Reporting & Support
Strategy MeetingsQuarterlyMonthly (30 min)Bi-Weekly (45 min)Weekly (60 min)
Email SupportUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited
Dedicated GEO Specialist
White-Label Reporting
One-Time Setup Fee$299$499$499Waived

GEO Starter

$599/mo

Setup: $299 one-time · Getting started with AI search

AI Search

  • 5 AI prompts monitored monthly
  • ChatGPT + Google AI tracked
  • Monthly AI citation report

Content

  • 2 AI-optimized content pieces/mo
  • 2 FAQ pages optimized for AI
  • Basic schema markup

Authority

  • 1 list article placement/mo

Support

  • Quarterly strategy meeting
  • Unlimited email support
Get started
Most popular

GEO Growth

$1,499/mo

Setup: $499 one-time · Competitive AI presence

AI Search

  • 15 AI prompts monitored
  • ChatGPT, Google AI, Perplexity tracked
  • Bi-weekly AI citation report

Content

  • 4 AI-optimized content pieces/mo
  • 6 FAQ pages optimized for AI
  • Full schema markup
  • Voice search optimization

Authority

  • 3 list article placements/mo
  • AI-crawlable directory alignment
  • Review management strategy

Support

  • Monthly strategy call (30 min)
  • Unlimited email support
Get started

GEO Domination

$2,499/mo

Setup: $499 one-time · Own AI search in your market

AI Search

  • 30 AI prompts monitored
  • All major AI search tools tracked
  • Competitor AI tracking
  • Weekly AI citation report

Content

  • 8 AI-optimized content pieces/mo
  • 12 FAQ pages optimized for AI
  • Full + advanced schema
  • Voice search optimization

Authority

  • 6 list article placements/mo
  • AI-crawlable directory alignment
  • Active review management
  • 1 press release/mo
  • Digital PR & media mentions

Support

  • Bi-weekly strategy calls (45 min)
  • Dedicated GEO specialist
  • Unlimited email support
Get started

GEO Custom

Custom

Setup: Waived · Multi-location & enterprise

AI Search

  • Unlimited prompt monitoring
  • All AI search tools + emerging
  • Competitor tracking
  • Real-time dashboard

Content

  • Custom content volume
  • Unlimited FAQ optimization
  • Full + custom schema
  • Voice search optimization

Authority

  • 10+ list placements/mo
  • Full directory alignment
  • Active review management + outreach
  • 2 press releases/mo
  • Full digital PR

Support

  • Weekly strategy calls (60 min)
  • Dedicated GEO specialist
  • White-label reporting
  • Unlimited support
Get started
What's included in setup

Setup work we complete in your first 60 days

Your setup fee covers a full AI search foundation. Here's exactly what we build before monthly optimization begins.

AI Search Baseline Audit

We test 50+ real prompts across all major AI search tools to map exactly where your business is cited, where competitors are winning, and where the biggest gaps are.

Schema Markup Foundation

Full implementation of LocalBusiness, Service, FAQ, Review, and HowTo schema — making your website machine-readable for every AI crawler.

Directory & Citation Alignment

Audit and align your business presence across all directories that AI models actively crawl and cite in recommendations.

AI Citation Tracking Setup

Configure monitoring for your target prompts across ChatGPT, Google AI, Perplexity, and Gemini with automated change detection.

Content Gap Analysis

Identify every question AI gets asked about your services that you don't have content for — then build the roadmap to fill those gaps.

Review & Reputation Baseline

Audit your review presence across platforms AI trusts most. Set up review response strategy and identify reputation gaps.

How it works

How we get you recommended by AI

A proven methodology built on what AI models actually use to decide who to cite.

01

AI search audit

We test real prompts across ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and more. You'll see who shows up in AI search — and where you're missing.

02

Strategy & roadmap

A custom 12-month GEO roadmap targeting the authority signals, content, and citations that improve your AI search presence.

03

Build & optimize

Schema, list placements, AI-optimized content, directory alignment, and reputation building — executed monthly.

04

Track & compound

Monitor citation frequency, test new platforms, refine. GEO compounds — month 6 beats month 1.

What to expect

Realistic timeline for AI search results

GEO is not overnight magic. Here's an honest timeline based on industry data.

Month 1

Foundation

Full AI search audit, schema markup implementation, citation alignment, content gap analysis. You'll know exactly where you stand.

Months 2–3

Building authority

List placements go live, AI-optimized content starts publishing, directory alignment completes. First citations begin appearing.

Months 4–6

Measurable growth

Citation frequency increases noticeably. AI search tools begin recommending your business more consistently for relevant queries.

Months 6–12

Compounding results

Trust signals compound. Your visibility accelerates. You're positioned as the authoritative choice in your market — the business AI recommends first.

Save 20%

GEO + AEO — Complete AI search

Get cited by AI AND be the direct answer. Combine both services and save 20%.

AI Search Starter

GEO Starter ($599) + AEO Starter ($499)

$879/mo

$1,098/mo standalone

Save $219/mo

  • Full GEO (AI citations, llms.txt, entities)
  • Full AEO (snippets, PAA, voice search)
  • One unified AI search report
Get bundle pricing
Best value

AI Search Growth

GEO Growth ($1,499) + AEO Growth ($999)

$1,999/mo

$2,498/mo standalone

Save $499/mo

Combined setup: $499 one-time

  • Full GEO (AI citations, llms.txt, entities)
  • Full AEO (snippets, PAA, voice search)
  • One combined strategy call
  • One unified AI search report
  • Shared content & schema work saves you more
Get bundle pricing

AI Search Domination

GEO Domination ($2,499) + AEO Domination ($1,999)

$3,599/mo

$4,498/mo standalone

Save $899/mo

Combined setup: $499 one-time

  • Full GEO (AI citations, llms.txt, entities)
  • Full AEO (snippets, PAA, voice search)
  • One combined strategy call
  • One unified AI search report
  • Shared content & schema work saves you more
Get bundle pricing

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Save 20%

SEO + GEO — One strategy, one team, one bill

Already investing in SEO? Add GEO at 20% off. The work overlaps, so you save — and get both Google rankings and AI search from the same team.

Foundation Bundle

SEO Starter + GEO Starter

$879/mo

$1,198/mo standalone

Save $319/mo

Combined setup: $399 one-time

  • Full SEO package (rankings, content, links, GBP)
  • Full GEO package (AI monitoring, citations, lists)
  • One strategy call covers both
  • One dedicated specialist
  • Combined monthly report
Get bundle pricing
Best value

Growth Bundle

SEO Growth + GEO Growth

$2,199/mo

$2,748/mo standalone

Save $549/mo

Combined setup: $399 one-time

  • Full SEO package (rankings, content, links, GBP)
  • Full GEO package (AI monitoring, citations, lists)
  • One strategy call covers both
  • One dedicated specialist
  • Combined monthly report
Get bundle pricing

Domination Bundle

SEO Domination + GEO Domination

$4,499/mo

$4,998/mo standalone

Save $499/mo

Combined setup: $499 one-time

  • Full SEO package (rankings, content, links, GBP)
  • Full GEO package (AI monitoring, citations, lists)
  • One strategy call covers both
  • One dedicated specialist
  • Combined monthly report
Get bundle pricing

Need a custom bundle? Multi-location or enterprise clients get a tailored package with setup fees waived.

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FAQ

Common questions about GEO

Still curious? Book a free strategy call and we'll talk it through — no commitment.

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SEO gets you ranked on Google's traditional search results. GEO gets you recommended by AI assistants like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google's AI Overviews. They use different signals — GEO focuses on authority signals, structured data, citation frequency, and review sentiment. Many businesses need both, and they complement each other. We offer GEO as a standalone service or as an add-on to any SEO package.

Yes. GEO works best alongside traditional SEO because many of the authority signals overlap. If you're already on one of our SEO packages, we can add GEO services at any tier. Contact us and we'll build a combined package — bundle pricing saves you 20%.

Most clients see initial visibility improvements within 90 days. Significant citation frequency increases typically occur by month 6. GEO is a long-term strategy that compounds — the longer you invest, the stronger your AI search presence becomes.

We optimize for ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews (formerly SGE), Perplexity, Google Gemini, Claude, and Microsoft Copilot. The specific tools monitored depend on your plan tier.

No — and any agency that guarantees specific AI search results is being dishonest. What we guarantee is a data-driven strategy that systematically builds every signal AI models use when recommending businesses. Our process is based on how these models actually work, not guesswork.

Not at all. GEO is especially powerful for local service businesses — landscapers, roofers, contractors, restaurants, salons, medical practices. These are exactly the businesses people ask AI about: 'Who's the best landscaper near me?' If you serve local customers, GEO is built for you.

Ready when you are

Ready to be the business AI recommends?

Get a free AI Visibility Audit and see exactly where you stand — and where your competitors are winning.

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