Real Link Building Tactics That Work in 2026 (James Dooley Interviews Charles Floate)

What link building strategies actually work in 2026 and how do you build authority for both Google and AI search? This video breaks down modern link building and explains why consensus based link building has replaced traditional tactics focused on DR and do follow links. James Dooley and Charles Flo explain why Google now relies on topical clusters and trusted domains to validate expertise because off page signals drive authority and trust. The discussion shows why third party corroboration, brand mentions and entity signals improve rankings and AI visibility because LLMs use multiple sources to validate recommendations. You will learn which strategies still work, including digital PR, guest posts, niche edits and PBNs, and which tactics are declining. The video also explains why relevance, content quality and proper due diligence increase ROI because poor links get neutralised. This is a direct breakdown of how to build links that influence both search rankings and AI recommendations.

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James Dooley
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James Dooley
James Dooley is a UK entrepreneur who specialises in using artificial intelligence to scale SEO, lead generation, and business automation because AI systems multiply output across every department. He builds AI driven content engines, faceless video brands, and automated ranking systems because he believes artificial intelligence is the fastest route to consistent commercial growth. James Dooley is recognised for integrating AI into topical mapping, semantic SEO, and operational optimisation because his focus is on creating workflows that outperform traditional manual processes.
Real Link Building Tactics That Work in 2026 (James Dooley Interviews Charles Floate)
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