Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SEO, GEO, and working with Formative Digital

About GEO & AI Search

What is GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)?

GEO is the practice of optimizing your content and digital presence to be cited, recommended, and featured by AI systems like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google AI Overview. While traditional SEO focuses on ranking in search results, GEO focuses on being the source AI assistants reference when answering questions.

Do I still need traditional SEO?

Yes. Traditional SEO and GEO work together. Strong SEO provides the foundation that AI systems trust. Google still processes 8.5 billion searches daily, and good SEO actually improves your GEO results because AI systems often use search rankings as a trust signal.

How long does it take to see results?

For SEO, typically 3-6 months for significant ranking improvements. For GEO, we often see AI visibility improvements within 30-60 days as AI systems update their knowledge bases more frequently than Google updates rankings.

How do you track AI visibility?

We use proprietary monitoring tools that regularly query AI systems with relevant questions and track when your brand is mentioned, cited, or recommended. We provide monthly reports showing your AI mention rate, competitor comparisons, and citation growth.

Working With Us

What industries do you work with?

We work with B2B and B2C companies across many industries including SaaS, professional services (law firms, accountants, consultants), healthcare, real estate, e-commerce, and marketing agencies. If people search for your type of business, we can help.

Do you require long-term contracts?

No. We work on a month-to-month basis. We believe in earning your business through results, not locking you into contracts. Most clients stay with us for years because of the results we deliver.

What is your pricing?

We offer three packages: Foundation ($997/mo) for businesses starting their AI visibility journey, Growth ($2,497/mo) for scaling businesses, and Dominance ($4,997/mo) for market leaders. Full details are on our pricing page.

What is the 40 AI Agent System?

Our proprietary content system uses 40 specialized AI agents, each trained on specific copywriting disciplines (research, outlining, writing, editing, fact-checking). This lets us produce high-quality content at scale while maintaining human oversight for quality control.

How do I get started?

Start with a free audit. We will analyze your current SEO and AI visibility, show you where you stand versus competitors, and identify your biggest opportunities. Request your free audit here.

Still Have Questions?

Get in touch. We are happy to answer any questions about our services.

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