Introduction
Every successful digital marketing journey has a beginning. For Suraj Anjaana, that beginning was not in a corporate office or agency—it started from a cyber café environment, driven by curiosity, consistency, and a strong desire to learn.
This case study is not just about a project. It is about the foundation of a career, the first international client, and the long-term relationships that shaped a global digital marketing journey.
The Beginning: Learning SEO in a Cyber Café (2004 – 2006)
In 2004, while managing a cyber café known as Hang Around Café, I was introduced to the early stages of digital marketing. At that time, SEO was very different from what it is today. There were no structured courses or advanced tools—everything was based on experimentation and self-learning.
During this period, I started working as a freelancer and gained hands-on experience in:
- Directory submission
- Social bookmarking
- Forum posting
- Article submission
- Press release submission
- Basic link building strategies
These were the foundational techniques of SEO at that time, and they helped me understand how search engines respond to structured promotion.
I began taking small projects from companies in India and occasionally from international platforms like Upwork (known as Elance at that time). This exposure gave me the confidence to work with global clients.
Professional Growth: Joining a Web Development Company (2006 – 2008)
In 2006, I joined a web development company where I worked specifically on SEO and link building projects. This phase helped me transition from freelance experimentation to structured project execution.
I learned:
- Client communication
- Project planning
- Team coordination
- Scalable SEO strategies
This experience played a crucial role in shaping my professional approach and gave me clarity on how to build a long-term career in digital marketing.
Launching My Own Platform: SEO Manual Submission (2008)
In 2008, I took a major step and launched my own website:
The goal was simple:
To provide manual, high-quality SEO submission and link building services to clients worldwide.
After launching the website, I focused on promoting it using the same strategies I had learned and practiced over the years.
Within just one month of consistent effort, something important happened.
The First International Client: A Turning Point
After promoting my website, I received my first major international project from a client in the United States:
👉 All Classics
Client: Mr. Darren
This was not just a project—it was a milestone.
We worked on improving their search visibility, building backlinks, and promoting the website using ethical SEO practices. Within a few months, we saw strong improvements in visibility and performance.
The results built trust.
Expanding the Relationship: Big Bronze Project
After the success of the first project, the same client trusted us with another website:
This second project further strengthened our relationship. We applied similar strategies with improved execution, and again, the results were positive.
At this point, the engagement was no longer project-based—it became a long-term partnership.
A Decade of Trust: 10+ Years of Continuous Work
Following the successful promotion of both websites, the client continued working with us on a monthly basis.
This collaboration lasted for more than 10 years, which is rare in the digital marketing industry.
What made this relationship successful?
- Consistent delivery of quality work
- Transparent communication
- Focus on long-term results
- Honest and ethical SEO practices
This long-term association helped establish Suraj Anjaana as a reliable name in SEO and link building services, especially for international clients.
The Impact: Building Global Recognition
After working with these projects, we started receiving more inquiries from international clients, particularly from the United States.
This phase marked the transition from:
👉 Freelancer → Professional SEO service provider
👉 Local work → Global client base
The success of these early projects played a major role in building credibility and expanding services.
The Challenge: COVID-19 Pandemic Phase
Like many businesses worldwide, the COVID-19 pandemic created unexpected challenges.
Due to restrictions:
- Office operations were temporarily closed
- Work continued with a limited remote team
- Promotions for some long-term projects were paused
Both All Classics and Big Bronze projects were also affected during this period, as the impact was global, including the USA.
After the Pandemic: A New Phase
Once operations resumed after the pandemic, we attempted to reconnect with Mr. Darren.
However, we later discovered that the business had been sold and was being managed by someone else. Despite multiple attempts, we did not receive a response.
It is possible that the new management continued with a different service provider.
More Than a Project: A Personal Milestone
Even though the collaboration ended, these two projects remain very close to my heart.
They were:
- My first major international success
- The foundation of long-term client relationships
- The turning point in my professional journey
These projects gave me the confidence to grow and expand my services globally.
Our Core Belief: Long-Term Relationships Over Short-Term Work
At Suraj Anjaana, we strongly believe in:
✔ Building long-term client relationships
✔ Delivering consistent and honest results
✔ Focusing on quality over shortcuts
✔ Growing together with clients
The fact that a client worked with us for more than a decade reflects our commitment and work ethics.
Conclusion
Every journey has a starting point, and this was ours.
From a cyber café in 2004 to managing international SEO projects, the journey has been built on learning, dedication, and trust.
These early experiences continue to shape how we work today—with the same focus on quality, transparency, and long-term success.
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