The best RFP question I’ve read said something to the extent of, “how do you explain performance swings without always blaming external factors when things are bad but taking all the credit when things are good?” As with most answers PPC Managers give, the answer is “it depends.” But indexing PPC data to external sources can shed light on relative performance. Thus, helping … [Read more...] about Index Census And Trends Data For PPC Performance Insights
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Only 3 Weeks Until Hero Conf London!
Register Now for the Most Relevant, Actionable PPC Information! We’re putting the finishing touches on our first ever London Hero Conf event, 28-30 October at the Millennium Gloucester London Kensington Hotel and Conference Centre. But there is still time to claim one of our few remaining seats and access the best PPC content around. Our staff are particularly excited … [Read more...] about Only 3 Weeks Until Hero Conf London!
PPC Account Audit Survival Guide: Part 1
There are many reasons why you might want to perform a PPC account audit. You could be taking over an account from another agency, previous manager, or colleague or perhaps you just want to make sure your account set-up is optimal for your company goals. Part 1 of your Audit Survival Guide focuses on features that can be found in the AdWords interface. Over the years Google … [Read more...] about PPC Account Audit Survival Guide: Part 1
Are You Too Focused On Your Data?
There is no denying that the appeal of digital marketing is the metrics. In many cases data is as near to immediate as any manager needs. Proper data allows you to more easily make choices, decisions, and scale your efforts as needed. Every wealth comes with a downside though. It is possible to be too reliant on data, to become effectively data blind. I mention reliance first … [Read more...] about Are You Too Focused On Your Data?
On The Road Again – Using Strategy Roadmaps To Drive Client Success
When starting off with a new client, there are a myriad of things that need to be assessed by the account manager that all lead to strategy development. At times, it may seem difficult to know where to focus your attention or how initiatives should be prioritized. It might also be difficult to relay this to a client in a way in which expectations are managed and both the … [Read more...] about On The Road Again – Using Strategy Roadmaps To Drive Client Success
Naming Your Campaigns: The Unsung Hero of PPC
Nothing kills the excitement of a PPC conversation like talking about how you name your campaigns. No really, try discussing your finely tuned naming strategy at your next party, even a PPC one. You’ll notice you have the snack table all to yourself. How you name your campaigns can make your PPC life easier or a lot harder. As an analyst I deal with a lot of PPC accounts on … [Read more...] about Naming Your Campaigns: The Unsung Hero of PPC
How to Build a Solid CRO Strategy
With new clients, new websites, and concluding of previous tests, the need for a testing and CRO strategy never stops being important. Creating a structured plan for your Conversion Rate Optimization strategy will align the goals and ensure the process will run smoothly. There are four key components to form a strategy: Gather all information Collect data Put all the … [Read more...] about How to Build a Solid CRO Strategy
5 Ways Conversion Reporting Could Be Misleading Your Optimizations
Are you confident the conversions being reported in your account are correct? Each PPC platform reports conversions slightly different and if you’re not clear on how your conversions are reporting, you could be optimizing toward the wrong conversion metrics. Below we will identify five areas where your PPC accounts could be giving you misleading conversion information and tips … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Conversion Reporting Could Be Misleading Your Optimizations
Confronting Prospects Prior to the Agreement
Having that first call with a potential client is set up to feel each other out, see what they’re looking for within the digital marketing world and if your company is a fit to fulfill their needs. You’ll ask all the basic questions about their experience in the industry, what issues they currently face and where they’d like to take things from here. They’ll ask you about the … [Read more...] about Confronting Prospects Prior to the Agreement
Love Your In-House PPC Employee? Pay Them More
Let's get the elephant out of the room right now. I'm an agency writing about in-house and I'm NOT trying to talk you into switching to agency. Period. There are pros and cons to using an agency or staying in-house for your PPC. The purpose of this article is not to try to talk you into one or the other. I'm writing this post to the business owner or VP or manager who … [Read more...] about Love Your In-House PPC Employee? Pay Them More
Are Multi-Channel Efforts Undermining Your PPC?
We all know the classic saying, “Teamwork makes the dream work” and it couldn’t be truer for marketing. Ensuring that your marketing channels are cooperating to create a cohesive message is one of the cornerstones of effective branding for your business. PPC marketing is fraught with reminders that congruence is key. These reminders vary from Quality Score (a metric that … [Read more...] about Are Multi-Channel Efforts Undermining Your PPC?
Better Analyze Display Network Placements At The Account Level
Excluding placements. The activity we all love to spend time doing in our accounts. It is right up there with weekly bid changes and search query reports for the most fun action items. For the newer audience, excluding placements is a task done for the Display Network when certain GDN Placements are performing poorly within the account. Just go to "Display Network > … [Read more...] about Better Analyze Display Network Placements At The Account Level
