FeaturedO-Liv E-commerce Design: From Zero to AI-Cited in 8 Months
241 keywords ranking and AI citations across ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Overview, and AI Mode
Start typing to search. Press βK anytime to search across all pages and blog posts
Sound familiar?
You're not behind. Most small business owners feel exactly like this.
The truth: SEO isn't magic. It's detailed work done consistently. The hard part isn't knowing what to do. It's having time to do it while running your business.
Every agency says something different. Pricing is all over the map. You just want someone to tell you what actually works.
Most quotes feel like they're meant for companies ten times your size. You need results on a small business budget.
Ads work until the budget runs out. You want something that keeps working even when you're not writing checks.
You've read the blog posts. Watched the YouTube videos. But who has 20 hours a week to actually do it?
Before you hire anyone
Most businesses get burned by SEO at least once before finding someone who actually delivers. The industry is full of agencies that sell promises instead of results. Before you sign anything, watch for these:
No one controls Google's algorithm. Anyone promising specific positions is either lying or using shortcuts that will get your site penalized. Ask what happens when the guarantee "fails." Spoiler: nothing, because the guarantee was never real.
Ask: "Show me a client who went from X leads to Y leads." If they pivot to traffic charts instead of revenue numbers, they're hiding something. Traffic that doesn't convert is just noise.
If they need 12 months before you can leave, ask yourself why. Good SEO shows measurable progress within 60 to 90 days. Long contracts protect the agency, not you.
If your monthly report is a PDF full of jargon with no clear explanation of what changed and why, you're paying for a black box. You deserve to understand every dollar spent.
"You're ranking #3 for a keyword!" Great. Did anyone call? Rankings that don't turn into business are a vanity metric. Ask how they measure success. If the word "revenue" never comes up, keep looking.
Your "dedicated SEO manager" forwards your work to a team who's never seen your city, your competitors, or your market. Your business deserves someone who understands your local market.
Ask directly: "How do you build backlinks?" If the answer is vague or involves buying link packages, you're one Google update away from disaster. Cheap links are expensive when Google catches them.
Search for "SEO services" plus their city. If they're not on page one for their own service in their own market, why would your results be any different?
Those businesses ranking #1? They didn't get lucky. They invested.
SEO is what gets Google to trust your site. Some of it happens on your website (content, speed, structure). Some happens off it (links, citations, reviews).
When done right, Google sends you people already searching for what you sell. Not random traffic. Buyers ready to pay.

Google did.
I didn't learn SEO from a blog. I worked with Google directly. They featured me on their Google Activate program all over Europe. If Google trusted me to represent them, you can trust me to rank you on them.

"Kristian listened to me from the beginning and provided a detailed plan for social media, emails, and my website. He lets you give feedback and works with your ideas, but if something doesn't fit, he tells you why. Thanks to his work, my website receives much more traffic, social media engagement is up, and emails perform much better than before. You can communicate with him in English or Spanish, which is very helpful. I highly recommend Kristian from Kreaktive!"
"We have been working with Kristian at KREAKTIVE for 4+ years now. They have designed more than 40+ websites for us and our clients - always impressive. The designs are fresh, creative, and always spot on. You won't regret working with Kristian"
"His keen eye for detail, innovative approach, and user-friendly designs have transformed my online presence. Since the launch of the new site, my sales have skyrocketed, and customer engagement has doubled. Kristian didn't just deliver a website; he delivered a game-changing asset to my business. If you're looking to elevate your digital footprint, Kreaktive is your go-to web designer!"
"I am extremely satisfied with the work done by this graphic design company! They have perfectly captured the essence of our casual fusion food restaurant through their creativity and professionalism. The corporate identity they have created for us is fresh, modern and totally unique, perfectly reflecting what we wanted to convey. In addition, the menu design is simply spectacular, with a visually appealing presentation that has received praise from our customers. I would without hesitation recommend the services of this company to anyone looking for exceptional graphic design work!"
"Working with Kreaktive for our marketing was our best choice! Kris is attentive and very creative to our company's ever changing dynamics. Our digital visibility has skyrocketed!"
"KREAKTIVE consistently excels in their website design work by creating visually stunning and user-friendly designs and website interfaces that go above and beyond. I'd recommend them to everyone!"
"Kreative is knowledgeable, professional, and thorough with their marketing strategies. Kris' support with our website and digital marketing has strengthened our branding as a company and generates solid organic leads! Thanks Kreative!"
"I would only trust the best with a project this big and Kristian exceeded all expectations. Flawless and creative designs that are well thought out. I will definitely keep coming back with other projects down the line."
"Kristian makes amazing websites!! I highly recommend his services."
"The best content creator, branding, and logo specialist in Colorado Springs"
"I worked with Kristian on my company's branding and website, and the experience was fantastic. He creatively guides you and offers multiple options until you find the perfect fit. He's always available and attentive to any changes or concerns you might have. He explains the entire process and functionality of your website every step of the way and is 100% available to answer any questions. I would definitely recommend him for his creativity, availability, and professionalism."
"I couldn't be more satisfied with Kristian's work in creating my clinic's website. His knowledge is top-notch. At first, I struggled to understand the process, but thanks to his patience and experience, everything came together perfectly. The result is very, very good: a functional, attractive website perfectly tailored to my needs. He's also always willing to help and contribute valuable ideas. If you're looking for someone who truly knows what they're doing and will be 100% involved in your project, Kreaktive is the best choice. Highly recommended! Thank you for your work :)"
Proof, not promises








SEO pricing starts at $2,800/month for the GET FOUND plan and $5,500/month for the GET AHEAD plan. Month-to-month, cancel with 30 days notice, 30-day proof period with money-back guarantee.
This is not an upsell. It is a diagnosis.
Starting at
That's just $93/day/day
Claim the territory before your competitors wake up
Ideal For You If
Best When
Your competitors are NOT doing SEO
When someone searches for what you do, they see outdated websites, slow-loading pages, and businesses that have not published content in years. This is a land grab. GET FOUND claims the territory before they wake up.
Starting at
That's just $183/day/day
Outpace competitors who are already investing in SEO
Ideal For You If
Best When
Your competitors ARE doing SEO
Your top competitors are publishing content and optimizing aggressively. Matching their effort keeps you stuck at positions 6 through 10. To displace them, you need to outpace, not just compete.
| Feature | GET FOUND | GET AHEAD |
|---|---|---|
Content | 8 articles/month | 20 articles/month |
Keywords Tracked | 50 | 200 |
Pages Optimized | 20 core pages | Unlimited (30-50+) |
Strategy Calls | Bi-weekly (30 min) | Weekly (1 hr) |
Competitive Analysis | Once at start | Weekly monitoring + updates |
Reputation Management | 1 free month | 1 free year ($770 value) |
Support | Priority (same business day) | Same-day priority |
Timeline to Results | 45-60 days measurable ranking movement | 30-45 days measurable improvements |
Expected Leads (Month 6) | 1-3 qualified leads/month | 5-10 qualified leads/month |
Content
GET FOUND
8 articles/month
GET AHEAD
20 articles/month
Keywords Tracked
GET FOUND
50
GET AHEAD
200
Pages Optimized
GET FOUND
20 core pages
GET AHEAD
Unlimited (30-50+)
Strategy Calls
GET FOUND
Bi-weekly (30 min)
GET AHEAD
Weekly (1 hr)
Competitive Analysis
GET FOUND
Once at start
GET AHEAD
Weekly monitoring + updates
Reputation Management
GET FOUND
1 free month
GET AHEAD
1 free year ($770 value)
Support
GET FOUND
Priority (same business day)
GET AHEAD
Same-day priority
Timeline to Results
GET FOUND
45-60 days measurable ranking movement
GET AHEAD
30-45 days measurable improvements
Expected Leads (Month 6)
GET FOUND
1-3 qualified leads/month
GET AHEAD
5-10 qualified leads/month
Monthly content
8 articles to 20 articles
Keywords tracked
50 to 200
Competitor monitoring
Once at start to weekly
Page optimization
20 core pages to unlimited (30-50+)
Full transparency. No surprises.
I publish exactly what you get: every deliverable, every milestone, every step of the process. If you want to know precisely what your investment includes, it is all laid out.
See the complete search engine optimization pricing breakdownNot sure which package fits your situation? One question determines the right tier.
We define measurable progress together before starting. Audit complete. GBP optimized. Tracking live. Ranking movement visible. If you don't see tangible progress in 30 days, full refund. No questions.
No 6-month minimums. No 12-month lock-ins. Cancel with 30 days notice. You stay because it's working. Not because you're trapped.
I can offer this because I know what I'm doing. I'd rather work with clients who see results than trap anyone in a contract. I earn my place every month.
What you get
I do the SEO. You run your business.
Your site needs to load fast and work on mobile. I audit everything, fix what's broken, set up tracking.
Every month, new content targeting what your customers actually search. Real articles. Real questions. Real rankings.
Google trusts sites that other sites link to. I build real backlinks through outreach. Not spam. Links that move rankings.
If you serve a local area, I optimize your Google Business Profile and citations. This is often where the fastest wins happen.
Clear steps. No mystery. No confusion.
Figure out how you make money
Before touching your website: which services are profitable? Which calls do you want more of? How do people currently find you? If I don't know what a "good lead" looks like, SEO turns into guesswork.
Make sure leads can be tracked
Call tracking (which calls came from Google), form tracking, lead tracking events. If I can't see calls turning into money, everything else is noise.
Fix what quietly costs you leads
Pages that load too slow, confusing service descriptions, missing trust signals (reviews, photos, credentials), contact info buried or inconsistent. A small fix here often produces more revenue than months of "content."
Go after searches that mean business
Emergency and high-intent searches, location-specific intent, problem-based queries. I'd rather rank for 10 keywords that produce calls than 1,000 that don't.
Build pages people actually want to read
Service pages that answer real buyer questions, location pages that prove you're actually local, content that reduces doubt and gets the phone ringing.
Make Google trust you more
Cleaning up citations, strengthening your Google Business Profile, earning real links and mentions, building authority. No tricks. No shortcuts. No spam.
Watch what turns into money
Rankings checked. Traffic monitored. But calls and booked jobs matter most. If something brings wrong leads, I adjust. If something works, I double down. SEO isn't "set it and forget it." It's steer and correct.
Straight talk
No fluff reports. "This page is working, let's expand it." "These calls aren't closing, intake needs fixing." "This keyword looks good but isn't worth the effort." If something isn't paying off, I say it.
Honest SEO timeline
I won't promise #1 in 30 days. Anyone who does is lying.
A bathroom remodeler in Colorado Springs went from #13 to #2 on Google Maps in 60 days. They now generate consistent leads from organic search. Eliminated $120K in annual ad spend.
An e-commerce client ranked for 1,100+ keywords across 20 countries in 5 months. Eliminated their $2,400/month in Google Ads.
First ranking improvements visible. Technical audit complete, GBP optimized, tracking live.
Meaningful traffic increases. First page rankings for 5-8 keywords.
Compounding results. GET FOUND clients typically see 1-3 qualified leads per month. GET AHEAD clients typically see 3-8.
Why this SEO company
Not an agency with 40 clients per account manager.
You work with me. Not an account manager juggling 40 clients. I respond. I answer.
I understand your constraints. Your priorities. The pressure to see ROI fast.
Every algorithm update. Every "SEO is dead" prediction. Every trend. What works is fundamentals, executed consistently.
Rankings and traffic matter. But what I really track: Did SEO bring you customers? Did they pay?
I cannot promise specific results because every industry and market is different. But here is what real clients have achieved:

158 organic keywords with #1 positions for ProstatID and core brand terms

249 organic keywords and #1 rankings for core brand terms plus top-5 positions for high-search-volume speaker names

0 to 31 organic keywords with multi-location visibility across Sacramento metro

#1 for brand term, top 5 solar keyword positions, and $285/month organic traffic value

Professional B2B digital presence for a contractor with $1B+ in property acquisitions

From zero brand to 250+ organic keywords and #1 rankings for San Antonio art searches

698 organic keywords and #1 rankings for key security training terms

From zero Google keywords to 70+ rankings in just two months
Pick your focus
Not all SEO is the same. Here is what might fit your situation.
Search Google for what you offer in your city. Are you in the top 3? If not, you need:
Google Maps, local search, service area businesses
Your site loads slow or looks broken on mobile. Google noticed. Did you? If not, you need:
Site speed, Core Web Vitals, crawlability issues
Search for your products on Google. Are shoppers finding you or your competitor? If not, you need:
Product pages, category optimization, shopping results
Google trusts sites that others link to. Is anyone linking to yours? If not, you need:
Quality backlink acquisition, authority building
Not just SEO.
Is your website getting you new clients? Can you handle more? If not, you need:
Fast, beautiful websites that convert visitors into customers
People judge your business in 5 seconds based on how you look. Do you look pro? If not, you need:
Build a memorable brand identity that sets you apart
People are asking ChatGPT who to hire. Are you the answer? If not, you need:
Get found when people ask ChatGPT and Claude for recommendations
30 minutes. No pitch. Just honest conversation about whether this makes sense for you.
Problems I solve every day
I hear this every week. The good news: if your competitors can rank, so can you. As your SEO strategist, here's how I'll get you visible:
You're not alone. Most small business owners have been burned by an SEO agency at least once. Here's how I do things differently:
That's exactly why you hire someone. You run your business, I handle the SEO. Here's what that looks like:
Built on tools the industry trusts
Ahrefs, SEMrush, Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, GA4, Surfer SEO, PageSpeed Insights. These aren't decorations on a proposal. They're tools I use every day to make real decisions about your rankings.
Most agencies hand you an automated report and call it strategy. I dig into the data, find what your competitors are doing right, and build a plan that specifically targets the gaps in your market.
15 years of reading SEO data. Not guessing. Reading.
Why DMS?
An honest comparison so you can decide what's right for your business.
Direct access. Real rankings.
From $2,800/mo
Reports without results.
$3,000-$10,000/mo
Tools without the strategy.
Semrush $130/mo + 10-20 hrs/wk
"Two agencies couldn't get us past page 3. Kristian got us to #2."
#13 to #2 in 60 days
Colorado business owner
You want rankings that drive revenue, not just reports. Direct access to a strategist who's accountable for results, backed by a money-back guarantee.
You have the time to learn SEO properly and don't mind a slower ramp. Tools like Semrush give you data, but you'll need to learn how to act on it.
You need large-scale SEO across many domains or markets. Be prepared for contracts and the reality that your project may land on a junior's desk.
Based on published SEO pricing from Colorado agencies (March 2026). 18 agencies researched Including Boulder SEO Marketing, Peaks Digital, RedBrick Web Solutions, Volume Nine, Clicta Digital, and 3 others.
Month-to-month. 30-day proof period with full refund.
Featured241 keywords ranking and AI citations across ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Overview, and AI Mode
Featured991 keywords in top 3, 175 AI Overview citations
FeaturedFrom invisible to #1 across 100 miles in 6 days
Featured#1 on Google for 49 searches in just 3 months
FeaturedFrom invisible online to #1 across a 25-mile radius, fully booked, and expanding into commercial
FeaturedRanking #1 on Google with AI Overview features for a niche biotech e-commerce market
Featured1,004 organic keywords with 66% traffic growth

158 organic keywords with #1 positions for ProstatID and core brand terms

249 organic keywords and #1 rankings for core brand terms plus top-5 positions for high-search-volume speaker names

0 to 31 organic keywords with multi-location visibility across Sacramento metro

#1 for brand term, top 5 solar keyword positions, and $285/month organic traffic value

Professional B2B digital presence for a contractor with $1B+ in property acquisitions

From zero brand to 250+ organic keywords and #1 rankings for San Antonio art searches

698 organic keywords and #1 rankings for key security training terms

From zero Google keywords to 70+ rankings in just two months

134 keywords ranking, AI visibility across 4 platforms, and $981/month organic traffic value

240+ organic keywords with multiple #1 rankings, rebuilt from a 91-visit algorithm crash

One logo concept that expanded into a complete brand identity and custom website

From zero online presence to fully booked in 6 months, zero ad spend

Stopped paying $2,400/month in ads, now gets 7,500 visitors free

563 organic keywords, #1 for 9,900-volume terms, and AI citing 27 pages across ChatGPT, Google AI, and Gemini

From #13 to #2 on Google Maps in 60 days

0 to 352 organic keywords, #1 for all branded terms in 3 months, 13+ page 1 positions competing against Oakley and Maui Jim

412% organic traffic growth and #1 Google rankings for Bilbao guitar lesson searches
Simply works for your small business
I find out where you stand, fix what's broken, and build momentum that compounds.
| What I Do | What You Get & Why It Matters |
|---|---|
Audit everything first | You see exactly where you stand Before I touch anything, I check 50+ technical factors, your competitors, and your keyword gaps. You get a clear picture of what's working, what's broken, and what to fix first. |
Fix the technical problems | Google can actually find and read your site If your site is slow, broken on mobile, or confusing to Google, no amount of content will save you. I fix the foundation so everything else can work. |
Write content people search for | Articles that bring real customers to your door I don't write fluff. Every article targets a real question your customers are typing into Google. The right content brings people who are ready to buy, not just browse. |
Build your authority | Other trusted sites vouch for yours Google ranks businesses that other websites trust and link to. I build real relationships to earn those links. Not spam. Not paid junk. Links from sites Google respects. |
Optimize your Google Maps presence | You show up when locals search "near me" When someone searches for your service in your city, you need to be in that top 3 map pack. I optimize your listing, build local citations, and get you visible where it counts. |
Track revenue, not vanity metrics | Monthly reports that show real business impact I track how many people called you, filled out a form, or walked through your door because of SEO. Not impressions. Not clicks. Customers. |
30-day proof period | Measurable progress or your money back Give me 30 days. If nothing measurably improves, I refund every dollar. Month-to-month, cancel with 30 days notice. You stay because it's working. |
You see exactly where you stand
Before I touch anything, I check 50+ technical factors, your competitors, and your keyword gaps. You get a clear picture of what's working, what's broken, and what to fix first.
Google can actually find and read your site
If your site is slow, broken on mobile, or confusing to Google, no amount of content will save you. I fix the foundation so everything else can work.
Articles that bring real customers to your door
I don't write fluff. Every article targets a real question your customers are typing into Google. The right content brings people who are ready to buy, not just browse.
Other trusted sites vouch for yours
Google ranks businesses that other websites trust and link to. I build real relationships to earn those links. Not spam. Not paid junk. Links from sites Google respects.
You show up when locals search "near me"
When someone searches for your service in your city, you need to be in that top 3 map pack. I optimize your listing, build local citations, and get you visible where it counts.
Monthly reports that show real business impact
I track how many people called you, filled out a form, or walked through your door because of SEO. Not impressions. Not clicks. Customers.
Measurable progress or your money back
Give me 30 days. If nothing measurably improves, I refund every dollar. Month-to-month, cancel with 30 days notice. You stay because it's working.
Always Included in Every SEO Package
Common questions
Quick answers to help you decide.
Every month follows a structured cycle. Week 1: fresh content targeting your highest-value keywords. Week 2: technical fixes based on monitoring. Week 3: authority building through citations, backlinks, and directories. Week 4: reporting and strategy call where I show you what moved, what it means, and what comes next. You always know what I am doing with your investment.
Yes, if it is done right. One client, a bathroom remodeler in Colorado Springs, eliminated $120,000 in annual ad spend after SEO became their primary lead source. Another e-commerce client cut $2,400/month in Google Ads after ranking for 1,100+ keywords organically. When you stop paying for ads, the leads stop. SEO keeps compounding.
Your customers are already searching Google for what you sell. If they find your competitor instead of you, that is revenue you lose every day. SEO puts your business in front of people actively looking for your services. Unlike social media, SEO catches them at the moment they need you. For local businesses, it also controls whether you show up in Google Maps.
Ask three questions. First: can they show real client results with verifiable names? Second: do they lock you into a long contract? If they need 12 months to prove value, red flag. I work month-to-month. Third: will you work with the person doing the work, or get handed to a junior? I do strategy and execution myself.
I do four things. Technical SEO: making your site fast, mobile-friendly, and crawlable. Content: writing pages targeting what your customers actually search for. Local SEO: optimizing your Google Business Profile, building citations, and managing reviews. Authority building: earning real backlinks so Google trusts your site. Every month you get a report showing what I did and what moved.
Day 1 to 7: full technical audit (50+ checkpoints), Google Business Profile review, and competitor analysis. Day 8 to 14: tracking setup and first technical fixes go live. Day 15 to 21: first optimized content published, citation building starts. Day 22 to 30: baseline report showing where you started, what changed, and the roadmap ahead. By day 30, you know if this is working.
Most people who scroll this far are ready. Let's talk.
Latest articles on seo strategy and best practices.

Only 5 of 18 Colorado SEO agencies offer any form of AI optimization. The first-mover window is open right now, and it is closing fast. Here is why early movers will own positions that late adopters can never catch.

SEO gets you ranked on Google. AIO gets you recommended by ChatGPT and Perplexity. Most Colorado businesses need both, but few agencies even offer both. A full head-to-head comparison with real pricing, Colorado market data, and a decision framework.

Most businesses are invisible to AI search. While you focus on Google rankings, ChatGPT and Perplexity are answering your customers' questions and recommending your competitors by name. Here's how to change that.

A transparent guide to local SEO packages: the 8 deliverables that actually matter, what they cost, and real case studies showing what local businesses in Colorado got for their investment. From a practitioner who does local SEO every day.

Everything a small business owner needs to know about SEO in 2026. Real strategies, honest timelines, and actual results from businesses like yours.

Discover the most common website design mistakes that hurt your SEO rankings and learn how to fix them for better traffic and conversions.

Your strategist
Founder & Lead Strategist at Digital Marketing Services
Ranked #1 freelance web designer by Clutch. 17+ years building websites and SEO strategies that bring real results for small businesses.
Try it risk-free. If you don't see real progress in 30 days, I'll refund every cent.