Why GEO Misses the Mark in the Age of AI Search
Hot take: The term “Generative Engine Optimization” (GEO) feels like a phrase invented by a committee who couldn’t agree on what the future actually looks like. The whole thing sounds like someone threw “generative AI” and “search engine optimization” together in a blender just so they could charge their clients more. In the age of AI search, clinging to outdated or unclear terminology like GEO only muddles the waters. It’s trying to ride the coattails of Search Engine Optimization (SEO), but it fumbles the landing with language that just doesn’t track. ...