Search engines still reward clear structure and genuine expertise. Use this list after your pipeline run:
Quick checks
Intent & structure
- One primary intent — Does the title match what the reader gets in the first screen?
- Headings — Logical H2/H3 order; no skipped levels.
Links & trust
- Internal links — At least one link to a related post or pillar page when it fits.
- E-E-A-T — Add a human paragraph: experience, opinion, or data only you have.
Pipeline stages
| Stage | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Research | Sources & facts |
| Draft | Tone & structure |
| Images | Alt text & relevance |
When in doubt, edit for specificity — that is the 1% only you can do.