“We’ve been cleared for double the budget per month for PPC next year…” That’s music to an Account Manager’s ears, right? Well, it would be – except it’s generally followed by: “…and we’ve set goals for twice the revenue to match.” Oh boy. That could be possible, but it’s also more than likely highly improbable. Most PPC accounts have the bulk of their spend in Google or … [Read more...] about Diminishing Returns in PPC – When Doubling Your Budget Doesn’t Mean Doubling Your Profits
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How Segmented Is Too Segmented In PPC Accounts?
As PPC Specialists, we tend to think granularly. We want our campaigns and associated ad groups to be highly segmented and ad copy relevant to our keywords. This thinking makes sense since we want to answer user search queries as specifically as we can. However, can we segment to the point that we’re actually hurting our account? The answer is yes. Over Segmentation Too … [Read more...] about How Segmented Is Too Segmented In PPC Accounts?
Flash Series: Using Ad Testing Data To Set Up Foolproof Tests
More about this 20-Minute Webinar Ads are the only part of a PPC account that a searcher actually sees. If your ads are poorly written, then you either won't get traffic or the wrong type of traffic. There's only one way to know which offer or ad is best for your account: by testing it! In this webinar, Google AdWords Guru and Founder of Certified Knowledge, Brad Geddes, … [Read more...] about Flash Series: Using Ad Testing Data To Set Up Foolproof Tests
Find Your True Competition With “Rank Above Share”
In an Auction Insights report, there are six statistics given to you regarding your competition. As most readers know, they are as follows: Impression Share - How often the participant receives an impression in the same auctions that you are eligible. Average Position - The average placement of a participant's ad when they receive an impression on the auctions you are … [Read more...] about Find Your True Competition With “Rank Above Share”
3 Facebook Lead Gen Strategies That Will Blow Your Mind
Creating digital strategies for lead gen accounts can sometimes be thought of as dull. There doesn’t seem to be as many shiny PPC objects such as Shopping campaigns and dynamic retargeting and all that jazz that ecommerce accounts utilize. Well my friends, today we will reveal several Facebook strategies for lead gen that will blow your mind and hopefully help create some new … [Read more...] about 3 Facebook Lead Gen Strategies That Will Blow Your Mind
How To Write A PPC Job Description In Today’s World
The ability to run effective PPC campaigns is among the hottest skills that got people hired last year and every day more companies discover the importance of being found in the search results. Agencies around the world are constantly on the lookout for qualified individuals to manage the stream of new clients and an increasing number of companies are even able to justify an … [Read more...] about How To Write A PPC Job Description In Today’s World
The Pre-Holiday Planning Guide You Can’t Afford To Miss
Although you may still be recovering from your banner Back to School year, I regret to inform you that it’s not time to relax just yet. That’s right, it’s time to prep for your 2015 Holiday Season! Any seasoned ecommerce vet will tell you that if you’re not ready by September, you’re already getting left behind. Although we’re midway into September, I’m going to give you a … [Read more...] about The Pre-Holiday Planning Guide You Can’t Afford To Miss
And the Hero Conf London Guest Post Winner is…
…Petra Vetrovska. Petra had a hugely popular blog post on Final Solution for Exact Match in Shopping Ads. For the great content, she wins a free conference pass to Hero Conf London, 28-30 October! We’d like to thank our other finalists (and all the other fine folks who sent in some really incredible guest posts). Be sure to check out each of our finalist posts: 8 Good … [Read more...] about And the Hero Conf London Guest Post Winner is…
Boost Your PPC Strategy By Focusing On Where Users Are Going
Last week, Marketing Land published an article with statistics around mobile browser usage. According to the article, people are spending more time than ever on their mobile phones. More than likely if you are anything like me you don't need a think-tank to tell you this fact. It turns out that the time spent using apps has grown to 90% while browser time has declined to 10%. … [Read more...] about Boost Your PPC Strategy By Focusing On Where Users Are Going
When Are Flexible Bidding Strategies Right For You?
Flexible bidding strategies are ways to automate rules around specific areas of your campaigns, ad groups, and keywords. These bidding strategies can help you improve conversion rates, boost keyword performance, and/or improve your return on ad spend. In the past, you had to choose between manual or automation, but now you have the flexibility to blend automation with manual … [Read more...] about When Are Flexible Bidding Strategies Right For You?
Flash Series Confirmation: 4 PPC Tips Boost Your Online Retail Sales
You're All Set! You're now registered for our Flash Series 20-minute webinar, 4 PPC Tips Boost Your Online Retail Sales. Check your email now for a link to join the webinar. Know of a fellow PPC fan who would also love this webinar? or Email It » Other Resources You Might Like: Solidify Your Ecommerce Remarketing Strategy With Google Analytics The … [Read more...] about Flash Series Confirmation: 4 PPC Tips Boost Your Online Retail Sales
There Is No Perfect Keyword
Whenever you first heard of PPC, it was most likely followed by “it is so great because of how targeted it is.” Of course, that is part of the appeal. It means no worries about attempting to reverse engineer organic listings or the paranoia that an algorithm is out to get you. At face value it is simple compared to other channels - you choose the keywords, you set bids, and you … [Read more...] about There Is No Perfect Keyword
