What Is Pay-For-Performance SEO?

For years, SEO has struggled with the issue of accountability, where effort is measured more than actual results. In this episode of Performance SEO Unpacked, guest host Joseph Lewin talks with Ruchi Pardal, SVP of Innovation at ResultFirst, about how a pay-for-performance model is changing the game. They also dig into the role of AI in modern SEO and why transparency and clear outcomes are essential for building trust.

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01:23

Why many SEO practices miss the mark

05:13

Introducing the pay-for-performance model

10:18

A success story of scaling into new markets

14:12

Building transparency within internal teams

17:41

How AI is influencing SEO strategy

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“If our strategies are correct and we’re working in the right direction with the business, we act as true partners—and grow together with the customer.” — Ruchi Pardal, SVP of Innovation, ResultFirst

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

You’ll learn why accountability matters in enterprise SEO, how a pay-for-performance model fosters trust between agencies and clients, and how AI is shaping the future of search. Ruchi also shares strategies for improving transparency, aligning SEO with business goals, and building confidence through measurable outcomes.

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