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title: "Why your business isn’t showing up in AI search results"
description: "Why your business isn’t showing up in AI search results. AI search visibility by Em Blitstein: AI visibility audit, from $2,275."
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# Why your business isn’t showing up in AI search results

> Get found by ChatGPT, Perplexity and Claude, or watch your competitors take your customers.

Your potential customers are asking AI assistants for recommendations right now. If your business isn’t optimized for Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), you’re invisible to this growing search channel. I help SMBs get cited and recommended by leading AI platforms through strategic content optimization and authoritative source building.

## Frequently asked questions

### Why isn’t my business showing up in AI search results?

Your business isn’t appearing in AI search results because AI models require specific optimization signals including structured data, authoritative citations, and content formatted for natural language queries rather than traditional keywords.

### How do I get my business to show up in AI search?

To appear in AI search results, implement Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) strategies including optimizing content structure for AI comprehension, building authoritative source signals, and creating natural language-focused content that AI models can cite confidently.

### What is Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)?

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the practice of optimizing content so AI assistants like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity can discover, understand, and cite your business when answering user queries.

### How long does it take to see results from AEO?

Most businesses see initial AI citations within 60-90 days of implementing AEO strategies, with significant visibility improvements appearing within 3-6 months as AI models index and recognize optimized content.

### Is AEO different from traditional SEO?

Yes, AEO differs from SEO because AI engines prioritize content structure, authoritative signals, and natural language formatting over traditional ranking factors like backlinks and keyword density that dominate traditional search engine optimization.

## What this costs

- AI visibility audit: from $2,275
- AI search optimization: from $3,000/month, 3 months
- Articles and pillar content: from $1,650 per piece
- Content automations: from $5,000

## Curious how AI sees your brand

Let’s chat. My discovery calls include actual discovery. I’ll run a quick visibility check and show you where you stand. [Get in touch](https://emblitstein.com/contact).