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“I've seen like 40% conversion rates”
What It Means
AI search traffic converts at dramatically higher rates than traditional search traffic
Why It Matters
Justifies investment in AI search despite low volume because of superior conversion quality
When It's True
When customers use AI search for thorough research before making purchase decisions
When It's Risky
When volume is so low that high conversion rates don't translate to meaningful revenue
How to Apply
Track conversion rates separately for AI search traffic
Calculate total value rather than just volume metrics
Use high conversion data to justify premium placement costs
Example Scenario
“100 visitors from AI search at 40% conversion = 40 customers vs 10,000 Google visitors at 2% conversion = 200 customers, so focus depends on customer lifetime value”
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