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AI in Marketing
Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)
Optimizing content so it is cited and recommended in AI-generated answers.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Generative engine optimization (GEO) is the practice of optimizing content so it is cited, summarized and recommended in AI-generated answers from tools such as chatbots and AI search features. It emphasizes clear, authoritative, well-structured information that models can easily extract, complementing traditional search engine optimization.