# Keyword Research
## Tools
- Google Keyword Planner
- Ahrefs
- SEMrush
## Keywords
- Look for long-tail keywords (lower competition but high search intent)
- Analyze the search volume and difficulty to prioritize efforts
- Add variations and synonyms of target keywords to capture a wider audience
- Keep an eye on trending topics and include those in the content strategy
What to look for:
- Monthly volume >500
- Keyword difficulty <20
- 100+ child keywords