How to Get Cited by AI Engines in 2025 (AIEO Playbook)
AI engines reward clarity, structure, and authority. Here’s the shortest path we use to earn citations from ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity.
1) Define your entity clearly
- Organization schema with name, sameAs links, address, and service areas.
- Use an
llm.txtfile (you already have this set up) summarizing services, locations, and proof.
2) Build a topical hub
Create 5–8 posts that interlink tightly around one problem. For example, our AIEO primer, this guide, and the AIEO vs SEO comparison form a hub.
3) Use intent-aligned schema
- Service schema for offers (Business Growth Circle)
- FAQPage for common questions
- BlogPosting for educational content (this page)
4) Prove outcomes
Link to real assets: portfolio, case studies, testimonials, and data. AI models prefer verifiable sources.
Pro move: add a short section titled “Sources & Evidence” with 3–5 bullet links on each strategic page.