Before we start to talk numbers and results it would be beneficial to fully-understand SEO and what it does.
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"Search engine optimization (SEO) is the process of improving the volume and quality of traffic to a web site from search engines via "natural" ("organic" or "algorithmic") search results.
Usually, the earlier a site is presented in the search results, or the
higher it "ranks", the more searchers will visit that site. SEO can
also target different kinds of search, including image search, local search, and industry-specific vertical searchengines."
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While benefits and effects are dependant on the goals of the individual/website, most noticeable are the following situations:
There are many more benefits however the most profound and sought after is PROFITABILITY!
I hear skepticism in everyone's voice once they've been told they can be guaranteed #1 ranking after 48 hours, Just for the sake of an honest argument, It's NOT 100% possible but you can get damn well close. Just take a look at the links below, hopefully these will be enough to get your mouth salivating?
If I reveal anything more, my competitors will be fuming ;)
These results lead to 'http://www.southeastauto.com.au/'
Search Astra Brake Rotors in Google.com.au
Search Astra Brake Rotors in Live.com (WORLDWIDE)
Search Astra Brake Rotors in Yahoo.com.au (WORLDWIDE)
Search Auto Parts in Google.com.au
Search Auto Parts in Live.com (WORLDWIDE)
Search Auto Parts in Yahoo.com.au
I hope that this is a valid example, if you would like more information of what's possible then please email me via the contact form here