Published Interviews
Participating in interviews published on trusted platforms, linked to your profile or resource to build authoritative backlinks and public exposure.
Six editorial planning estimates, not measured ranking value. Scores assume relevant, genuine participation. How scoring works ↗
Ease of finding
5/10Interview opportunities require networking and focused outreach.
Higher is betterEase of acquiring
5/10Depends on your public profile and interviewer interest.
Higher is betterLongevity
8/10Published interviews typically remain accessible long-term.
Higher is betterSpaminess
2/10Low risk as interviews are content-driven, not promotional.
Lower is betterPage context
9/10Content is deeply relevant and contextual.
Higher is betterAnchor context
8/10Anchors are generally natural and descriptive.
Higher is betterHow to find these opportunities
- "interview with" + industry keyword
- Submit interview request
- Feature interview opportunities
- Podcast and blog interviews
Strategies for getting the link
- Identify niche blogs, websites, and media outlets featuring interviews.
- Reach out with personalized pitches showcasing your unique perspective.
- Agree on mutual terms about interview format and linking policies beforehand.
- Leverage social media to discover interviewers and offer to be a guest expert.
What to prepare beforehand
- Prepare key messages and anecdotes relevant to the host’s audience.
- Provide professional photos and a clear biography including desired links.
- Respect the interview format and maintain an authentic, engaging tone.
- Agree on transparent disclosure if any affiliations could influence questions or links.
Things to watch for
Interview formats and link placements vary widely; links may be nofollow or placed after publication. Avoid controlling editorial tone aggressively.
References & editorial notes
- Google Search Central: qualifying outbound links (general policy reference) ↗
- Google Search Central: spam policies (general policy reference) ↗
This starter guide is based on a user-supplied backlink type and AI-assisted editorial guidance. General policy references do not verify a particular publisher’s availability.
Editorial attribution: Ted Kubaitis · @tedkubaitis on Teams. Updated 2026-10-07, Seattle time.