Google’s new AI Overviews changed SEO forever.
If you’ve noticed your traffic dropping or your articles disappearing, this is why.
Google’s AI Overviews now summarize search results — and unless your content appears inside those summaries, you’re invisible.
So how do you fix that?
You use AI the same way Google does.
And that’s what this tutorial is all about — how to use ChatGPT, Gemini, and NotebookLM to rank in AI Overviews.
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Why You Need to Rank in AI Overviews
Right now, Google AI Overviews sit above every organic result.
If your content doesn’t appear there, you can lose up to 70% of your clicks overnight.
But if you can rank in AI Overviews, you win double — because those featured spots pull traffic from both AI summaries and organic listings.
The secret?
Feed Google exactly what its AI wants.
That means creating content built on verified data, structured like a summary, and optimized for E-E-A-T.
That’s what the ChatGPT + Gemini + NotebookLM workflow does better than any SEO tool.
Step 1: Start With NotebookLM
Every high-ranking workflow starts with good research.
NotebookLM is where that begins.
Go to notebooklm.google.com and create a new notebook.
Use the Discover feature to find real sources that already rank in your niche.
Example:
Type “top sources on AI automation for business growth.”
NotebookLM pulls the top-ranking articles, case studies, and research on that topic — automatically.
You’re now building content using the same data Google already trusts.
Ask it to:
“Create a research brief with H1, H2, and FAQ suggestions.”
It will organize your information into a structured outline ready for SEO.
That’s your first step to rank in AI Overviews — base your outline on data Google already cites.
Step 2: Build Your Draft With ChatGPT
Once you have your NotebookLM outline, copy it into ChatGPT.
Now we move from research to creation.
Use this prompt:
“Using this NotebookLM brief, write a 1500-word article optimized to rank in Google AI Overviews. Include clear headings, keyword variations, and concise summaries.”
ChatGPT uses your structured data to write content that mirrors Google’s preferred AI summary format.
Short paragraphs.
Clear answers.
Natural keyword usage.
That’s how you match the way AI Overviews process information.
Most SEO writers get this wrong — they write long, fluffy paragraphs.
AI ignores that.
Google’s AI pulls clear answers from well-structured writing.
That’s why ChatGPT’s formatting here is key to ranking in AI Overviews.
Step 3: Optimize With Gemini
This is the secret weapon.
Gemini 3 is built by Google — and it understands Google’s priorities better than anything else.
Copy your ChatGPT draft into Gemini and use this prompt:
“Analyze this content and optimize it to rank in AI Overviews. Add schema markup, citations, and internal linking recommendations.”
Gemini will restructure your piece to match Google’s E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness).
It will also suggest:
- Schema for FAQs
- Internal linking opportunities
- Author bio placements
- Citation anchors
These details boost your content’s visibility in AI summaries.
You’re not gaming the system — you’re aligning with it.
That’s what makes the ChatGPT + Gemini + NotebookLM workflow unbeatable when your goal is to rank in AI Overviews.
Step 4: Add Real-World Credibility
Google’s AI Overviews reward authenticity.
It pulls from pages that demonstrate human expertise.
To improve your chances of ranking:
Add short case studies, client results, or examples.
For instance, include a line like:
“Inside the AI Profit Boardroom, creators use this same workflow to rank DR0 sites in weeks.”
When you mention real experiences and data, you send credibility signals to Google’s AI.
It starts to treat your brand as a trusted source.
Step 5: Use Gemini to Optimize for E-E-A-T
Google’s AI Overviews prioritize content that shows authority and trust.
Gemini makes that simple.
Ask Gemini:
“Enhance this article with E-E-A-T best practices for AI Overviews.”
It will automatically recommend where to:
- Add author credentials
- Insert source citations
- Improve factual accuracy
- Include schema data
Each tweak boosts your visibility.
It’s not about stuffing keywords — it’s about clarity, structure, and credibility.
The more Google trusts your data, the more likely you are to rank in AI Overviews.
Step 6: Repurpose for Multi-Channel SEO
AI Overviews don’t just affect written content — they influence YouTube, video snippets, and podcast mentions.
You can repurpose your content through the same workflow:
NotebookLM → ChatGPT → Gemini.
NotebookLM summarizes your transcript.
ChatGPT writes your YouTube script and title tags.
Gemini optimizes them for video SEO and schema.
That’s how you rank in AI Overviews across every format.
It’s not about one channel anymore — it’s about cross-platform visibility.
Step 7: Human Review
AI is powerful but imperfect.
Before publishing, manually verify facts, citations, and tone.
Google’s AI now detects over-automation — so human review matters.
Make sure your final draft reads naturally and adds original insights.
That’s how you stand out while using automation intelligently.
Why This System Works
The old SEO playbook focused on backlinks and keyword stuffing.
Now, Google wants verified knowledge and structured clarity.
The ChatGPT + Gemini + NotebookLM workflow gives you both.
It creates content that’s:
- Based on verified research
- Structured for machine readability
- Fact-checked for trustworthiness
This is exactly the kind of content Google wants to feature in its AI Overviews.
FAQs: Rank in AI Overviews
What does it mean to Rank in AI Overviews?
It means your content is featured inside Google’s AI-generated summary box above organic results.
Why is it important?
Because AI Overviews capture the majority of user clicks now.
Ranking there means maximum visibility and authority.
Can I do this with free tools?
Yes.
NotebookLM, Gemini, and ChatGPT all have free versions.
How long does it take to see results?
Most creators see AI Overview visibility within 2–4 weeks after publishing optimized content.
