What the Community Said

Words from the SEO community over the years... other SEOs, LinkedIn recommendations, tweets, and conference session feedback.

What Clients Said What Employees Said What the Community Said

From other SEOs

"Jim Boykin runs one of the best SEO outfits in the US, providing high quality consulting and hands-on training, speaking and other services to mid-size and large companies around the world." ... and "Jim and crew are listed again for their highly relevant and well priced link building specialist services."

Rand Fishkin of SEOmoz, on SEOmoz's Recommended SEO, Web Development & Support Firms page

"Jim and WeBuildPages are a firm I consistently refer people to for great link building and targeted SEO campaigns in a wide variety of markets. Always professional, always reliable and very friendly - great to work with all around."

Rand Fishkin of SEOmoz

"I write a popular blog and book about search engine optimization. I spend most of my time tracking the latest news and have little time to work on client work. Having said that, I get a ton of leads from people wanting me to work on their site. I don't have enough time to do that though. Not wanting to risk the brand I worked so hard to build, it took me a while to find someone trustworthy enough to send leads at. At a recent SEO conference not 1 but 2 people came up to me and thanked me for referring them to Jim Boykin. It is pretty rare in the SEO field to get thanked in person by strangers that you only met via email, and that shows what a great job Jim does."

Aaron Wall of SEO Book and Threadwatch

"Jim has an extreme passion for all things search that comes out when you talk to him. Some people are good at what they do - some love what they do - Jim has both, and it is apparent in the way We Build Pages is run. His excitement is infectious and his campaigns are successful - for these two reasons, Jim will have a client waiting list and a satisfied client roster for quite a long time."

Todd Malicoat, Stuntdubl SEO Blogger and WebmasterWorld Moderator

"If you've ever heard Jim speak at a conference there's no doubt he's on the leading edge of the Search Marketing arena. He delivers top notch advice, ideas, and strategies, without needing to resort to trickery or selling 'snake oil'. He should be on every company's short list of people to talk to."

Michael Gray (Graywolf), Owner, Atlas Web Group Inc. and SEO Blogger... Graywolf also wrote a full review of the We Build Pages link building services on his blog

"I have known Jim Boykin for 5 years. His techniques during any given year are literally 5 years or more ahead of what anyone else is doing. I have also found him to be brilliant, reliable and generous. In the online world where we have all found many people to be untrustworthy, he is one guy who I really trust, and call my friend. FYI, Nobody asked me to write this. Much Love,"

dk from Purpose Inc (& a San Diego Chiropractic)

"As lucky as Jim feels, I believe his success has nothing, or very little, to do with luck -- and everything to do with follow-through, honesty, and efficacy. These three characteristics are increasingly rare in the SEO industry and should be treasured when found."

Dan Kramer of Ihategoogle.com, SEO software creator, and WebmasterWorld moderator... titled his testimonial "It has nothing to do with Luck"

"I gained some insight into the practices of our industry's foremost link development consultants. I was able to see for myself that these guys are for real and they've done a good job of consolidating theory with evidence and thereupon manifesting best practices for link development."

Abhilash, SEO Blogger and Link Ninja

"Jim and the WeBuildPages are the best (and only) organic SEO firm to which I recommend people. Go with Jim if you want top rankings, otherwise, good luck!"

Andy Hagans, Andy Hagans Link Building

"Jim Boykin is a great example of a determined entrepreneur and a true 'live and breathe' SEO. From the free tools to the conference photos on the WeBuildPages site and his excellent blog, Jim has been a generous supporter and advocate of the search marketing industry. He's also one of the few people that 'get' SEO."

Lee Odden, President, TopRank Online Marketing and Online Marketing Blog

"Jim is one of the brightest minds in search marketing. He is always at the top of the industry with ideas to get clients top search rankings. I highly recommend him and have enjoyed working with him over the last 4 years."

Patrick Gavin, President, Text Link Ads Inc. and Blogger on Link Building Blog

"Jim has a well earned reputation as an online marketing consultant. Aside from his personal ability he has successfully built his company to be one of the most sought-after agencies in the industry. I would have no hesitation in giving my full recommendation for Jim or the WBP team."

Nick Wilsdon, Owner, e3internet

"Jim is one smart, reliable and very down-to-earth guy - although being hell busy (as you can imagine for such a top SEO) he always gets back to my e-mails in time, so working together was very smooth so far. I appreciate all his insights and posts on his weblog - having a beer or two with Jim exceeds what you would learn in a 15 days conference IMHO. This guy knows his stuff! kudos!"

Christoph Cemper, Owner, CEMPER.COM

"As one of the most knowledgeable guys in the SEO community, Jim is an asset for your organization. Couple his knowledge with his ethical practices, attention to detail, creative thinking, and SEO tools, and Jim and the entire WBP team are a force to be reckoned with. We had very positive results with Jim and his team, and would highly recommend him for work in the online marketing industry."

Greg Hartnett, President, Best of the Web

"Jim has exceptional dedication to his work and to the people that he works with. That unique work ethic becomes abundantly clear in the form of solid, consistent results. I thoroughly recommend Jim and his team to anyone seeking optimal performance for their website, since Jim's prodigious experience encompasses practically every facet of internet marketing."

Darrin J. Ward, Founder, SEO Chat / Google Dance

"Well known in the industry, long time link builder, and good guy."

Barry Schwartz, President, RustyBrick, Inc. and Search Engine Roundtable and Search Engine Watch

"Jim is a well established member of the SEO community and is highly respected. He has offered his knowledge on numerous occasions and I would recommend him to anyone in need of bettering their search presents."

Truman J. Hedding, Vice President Search Marketing at Boulevards New Media

"The name 'Jim Boykin' is synonymous with 'Link Building Authority' and the results his team of experts put on the board for my company speak for themselves. I cannot even begin to describe the effectiveness of Jim's work, and I hope countless others are struck mute in awe of We Build Pages for years to come."

Michael C.

From conference crowds

Survey feedback, tweets, and notes from sessions between 2007 and 2016... pulled from the We Build Pages and Internet Marketing Ninjas testimonial pages over the years, via the Wayback Machine.

Ungagged Las Vegas 2016

"Thank you for your presentations Jim. ... I listened to 4 of your presentations and enjoyed them." - Justin
"Thank you for a great presentation and for sharing great insights and tips." - Ronis
"Your presentations are most inspiring! Thanks for sharing this stuff." - Piticas

ClickZ Live San Francisco 2016

@CRLYFRRY: ".@jimboykin just skyrocketed to my favorite speaker at #CZLSF."

Pubcon Las Vegas 2015

"Knocked it out of the park today at #Pubcon if you missed it. DON'T do the $#%* you did 5 years ago (paraphrasing)."
@AaronAlexander_: "Had a great time @Pubcon and was excited to meet and chat with a few of the greats @jimboykin and @bill_slawski"
@seosavvy: "Who's jealous of @jimboykin's ultra viral infographics? #pubcon"

ClickZ Live San Francisco 2014 & Affiliate Summit East 2014

@VadZak: "Great @clickzlive!!! @erinever and @jimboykin - 2 favorite sessions!!!"
@notasupermom: "Thanks for the best, most amazing, mind-blowing session of #ASE14, @jimboykin!"
Affiliate Summit East survey scores: Content - 10 out of 10 / Speaker - 10 out of 10 ... "Funny, super relevant, excellent examples" ... "Very informative & value based material. I LOVE that he has the presentation online which helps you not miss stuff"

SMX London 2013

@nawlready: "The Triple OG SEO himself @jimboykin talking content..."

SES New York 2013

@SEOJoBlogs: "#SESNY great talk from @jimboykin. 65% of people hurt by Penguin. Links are still the key but no one has something that is 100% clean."
@Jgrammer: "@jimboykin By far my favorite speaker thus far at @SESConf #sesny"
@mbrusyo: "Best #sesny session so far - multi-topic hour with @JimBoykin"
@FrankieDollar: "@sesconf, @jimboykin is doing you a favor by speaking at #sesny. He's my #seomie"
@jcness: "'The net effect of Panda and Penguin is that it's turning people into real marketers.' Poignancy by @jimboykin at #SESNY."
@baird_aNY: "Second session, I Am Ninja, @jimboykin - awesome and informative presentation on Penguin/link building. #SESNY"
@SEOJoBlogs: "Great talk by @jimboykin, he is also speaking tomorrow at the last session #SESNY. Saving the best for last."
@JLBraaten: "I love @jimboykin's passion. He just pulled a Howard Dean when talking about being authentic online. Yeeeeeeeeehaaaaaaa! #sesny"
@andrealpar: "@mediadonis & @jimboykin rocking #sesny #bestsession"

SES San Francisco & Toronto 2013

@MEDIAinTORONTO: "thanks @jimboykin for the presentation #links #sesto"

Pubcon Austin 2013

@landon_myers: "@jimboykin That was the best session I've been to in years! #pubcon"
@GabrielReynaga: "@jimboykin always great to learn from one of the best in search. #pubcon"
@John_Dietrich1: "Favorite #Pubcon presentation so far? @jimboykin on Penguin and backlinks!"
@smittypot: "@jimboykin You are a Marketing Ninja. Great prezo. #Pubcon"
@MelanieMitchell: "Thank you! RT @TextBroker Enjoyed presentations from @MelanieMitchell and @jimboykin at #Pubcon Austin"
@pdipatrizio: "Great presentation on link building by @jimboykin!"
@hannahhill_sc: "Content + web citations + social citations = author(s) trust. @jimboykin #Pubcon"
@LaurenGPO: "If @jimboykin gave this presentation BEFORE penguin people wouldn't have LOST their minds. What SEO needs is a good psychic. #pubcon"
"Thanks for the great presentation today." - Rob ... "Thank you for sharing your valuable story." - Yuma

Pubcon Las Vegas 2012

@landon_myers: "If you're an SEO and you're not at the Jim Boykin session, you're missing out! @ninjasmarketing #pubcon"
@AdamVonWillis: "Lots of really useful information from @jimboykin so far. Dude deserves his reputation. #Pubcon"
"Straight to the point... no bullshit. #pubcon"
@mark_barrera: "Great debates in the link building session with @jimboykin and @GrayWolf #pubcon"
@trabit: "@jimboykin is funnier than ever... bashing infographics #pubcon"
@TastyPlacement: "@jimboykin says take a trusted link with 200 outbound links over a non-trusted, high-PR site with 5 outbound links any day. We concur, sir."
@MediaWyse: "Nice @jimboykin link building takeaway: build-in links to existing links to your site, i.e. .edu domains, to make them stronger. #pubcon"
@MediaWyse: "Props to @jimboykin for actually SHOWING how to conduct link research with a real-time example. This has been in SHORT supply at #pubcon"
@brian_mcdowell: "All star lineup with @GrayWolf and @jimboykin in Salon C #pubcon Advanced Link Building in 2012"

Pubcon Hawaii 2012

@brian_mcdowell: "@RavenJon @jimboykin awesome panel and discussion on search marketing tools. Great Q&A as well"
@RavenJon: "Finally became a fan of Blekko thanks to @jimboykin"

Search Exchange 2012 & 2013

@RoyMorejon: "Another epic #SearchEx keynote from @jimboykin. Great info on penguin / panda updates. #seo"
@wilreynolds: "@jimboykin is breaking down panda and penguin in a very different way than most others I've seen. #searchexchange"
@brian_mcdowell: "I love it... @JimBoykin telling it like it is at #SearchEx"
@rcurrington: "I always learn the most from @jimboykin at these things. #searchex"
@Thos003: "Find the cancer and kill it. #searchex @jimboykin"
@jessJANEica: "Another GREAT presentation from @jimboykin of @NinjasMarketing! #searchex"
@mosquitohawk: "Really cool tool from IMN - hat tip to @jimboykin & @joehall for the good industry karma #searchex"
And the Ninjas got love too... @stuntdubl: "Watching @boggles give a great preso on the relationship of marketing and SEO. #pubcon #sfima #internetmarketingninjas - Awesome." ... @jessJANEica: ".@joehall just killed it at #searchex - learned a bunch!"

SES London 2010... from the official SES survey

"Great insights"
"Interesting and practical"
"One of the best sessions this year."
"Excellent session. A lot of practical information. By far the best session that I have attended during the conference."
"Very useful and entertaining session by Jim Boykin :)"
"All the detailed examples were very useful"
"Very clarifying session."
"I love these 'grey-hat' sessions!!!"
"Best session of SES."
"Jim was offbeat to put it mildly, but the session was great. We were a bit sidetracked by too many link buying questions, but overall it was very very solid"
"Again the session should have been longer"
"Jim really was funny interesting to listen to. He gave a lot of knowledge and kind enough to answer as much questions as possible."

SES London 2010... from Twitter

philipmorgan: "I think @avinashkaushik and Jim Boykin @webuildpages stole the show at #ses - really enjoyed both, some awesome tips shared by both."
MartinHayman: "Enjoyed SES but was gutted that Jim Boykin had to rush at the end due to lack of time... great link building advice... wanted more."
palbocino: "2nd day at #seslondon better than the 1st. Bryan Eisenberg, Lysa Meyers and Jim Boykin gave a lot of food for thought."
RelevancyStream: "Another good day at #ses great keynote this morning and an awesome linkbuilding session by Jim Boykin. Thanks guys"
SEOMalc: "Jim Boykin: It's all about quality / trust over quantity."
RedwebSearch: "@webuildpages Best presentation of ses2010 so far! #seskey"
davedewar: "Came across just how much @jimboykin loves his job!"
evolutionuk: "#SESKEY I think we all could had done with another hour with jim from @webuildpages."

"Jim, I absolutely LOVED your session at SES London. Your enthusiasm was as infectious as your advice. Singularly the most entertaining speaker there, and boy you know your stuff. I've put some points to work already, with early success. Brilliant, just brilliant, thank you."

Dave, eRocket

"Your talk was indeed one of the SES London highlights. In all honesty the fact that it was only you for 1 hour was the main reason I attended over the Real Time SEO talk. I prayed you would go beyond the whole 'This is a link', 'This is anchor text', 'Links are like votes'... and you certainly delivered."

Malcolm Slade

SES NYC 2010... from the SES survey

"Wow. And this was an ADVERTISEMENT? Best session so far!"
"WOW, he has some kind of mojo. Would love to hear more from him and Chuck."
"Jim is a great guy and does not hold back. His sessions are always refreshing."
"Very informational."
"Learned some things I had not thought of."

Pubcon & WebmasterWorld, the earlier years

"This was seriously one of my favorite sessions. The speakers (including Rand) had a ton of great information but the one that really stood out to me was Jim Boykin of We Build Pages. He gave away some really great tips..."

SEOmoz, on Pubcon 2009

"Jim's presentation was, by far, my favorite because he was very up front and told it how it is. Since he speaks at so many conferences, he makes it a point to present new information every time. I thoroughly enjoyed the candid nature and honesty of his presentation. He gave us a 'behind-the-scenes' look into his actual link building processes. A lot of his methods are similar to what I have already been doing... but it is nice to have this type of confirmation from an industry expert. This information is priceless for the beginning SEOer and I hope they left with some good notes. Needless to say, I did indeed take-away a few great points from Jim's presentation."

SEO Disco, Pubcon feedback

"The presentation by Jim Boykin was head and shoulders above the rest... All the other presentations, in that session as well as in others, were very much more general and more focused on what not to do with your link building campaign. Jim's presentation was very focused, and he gave concrete examples of a method that he uses for link building. If you ever have an opportunity to attend a conference where Jim is presenting, be sure to schedule yourself to be there to see him. If you're looking for a firm that does link building too, you should consider giving him your business."

Peter T. Davis

"Jim's presentation was jam packed with actionable do it now data which I thought was just great. And really well presented."

Mike Grehan, WebmasterWorld wrap-up

Scott contacted us about our services, and in the contact form we ask "How did you hear about us?" His answer: "your seminar in Chicago (Hostingcon 2007) -- it was worth the entire trip!"

Scott R.