source: Product Manager HQ For many digital marketers, when we hear "split testing," we immediately think of A/B testing creative variations across advertising platforms. This usually means taking two nearly identical ads, which differ only by one variable (e.g. headline), and running them simultaneously in a campaign to determine which variation has the "winning" performance. … [Read more...] about Facebook Split Testing 101
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9 Tips To Reduce Cost-Per-Lead
Here at Hanapin, all of my clients are focused on lead-gen, so you can probably guess that cost-per-lead (CPL) is a primary metric I focus on and goal-set for, if not the KPI for the account. If you also manage accounts that rely on generating quality leads for a low CPL, this post is especially for you! I’d like to offer some quick tips for reducing CPL, as well as offer some … [Read more...] about 9 Tips To Reduce Cost-Per-Lead
2018 AdWords Updates: Notes, Add-Ons & Optimize
Google has been busy recently making several updates to the features and policies for AdWords. Get the latest AdWords updates on the Add-On for Google Sheets, the Notes feature in the new UI, Account Deactivation, and linking to Google Optimize. AdWords Launches Add-On for Google Sheets Google recently announced a new Google Sheets Add-On that gives AdWords users the ability … [Read more...] about 2018 AdWords Updates: Notes, Add-Ons & Optimize
AdWords Interface Updating By End of 2018
As I write this, Sarah McLachlan’s “I Will Remember You” is quietly playing in the background, as Google just announced big “Changes” coming our way. By the end of 2018, the old AdWords interface will be replaced by the new AdWords Experience. This is the end of an era and I say “Bring on the Wonder”. For the few who may not have noticed the ‘Try the Faster AdWords’ button in … [Read more...] about AdWords Interface Updating By End of 2018
Responsive Search Ads: Google’s Latest Text Ad Format
If you haven’t heard the news, Google recently launched a test of the newest text ad format: Responsive Search Ads. The new ad format is currently in beta testing for a limited number of accounts, but we expect a similar format to eventually roll out to all advertisers. What are they? Responsive Search Ads allow Google to dynamically serve varying combinations of Headlines and … [Read more...] about Responsive Search Ads: Google’s Latest Text Ad Format
Google Ads Remarketing for Complex Multi-Brand Businesses
Manager Level Remarketing Intro Before understanding manager level remarketing you must know what a manager account is. This is simple, it is a Google Ads account that holds multiple individual AdWords accounts. A manager account is used by large complex companies with multiple brands. This allows each brand to run separately in an individual account, but then combine data in … [Read more...] about Google Ads Remarketing for Complex Multi-Brand Businesses
The Ins and Outs of Yahoo Sponsored Mail Ads
We have all heard of Gmail Sponsored Promotions, however, mails ads are not exclusive to Google. Yahoo released their own version of mail ads for Yahoo Mail, called Sponsored Mail Ads. While there are many similarities, they deserve their own guide just like any other platform ad format does. In this post, you will learn about what Yahoo Sponsored Mail Ads are, how to set them … [Read more...] about The Ins and Outs of Yahoo Sponsored Mail Ads
The Latest on LinkedIn Video Ads
In response to the growing popularity of online video ads on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, LinkedIn has joined its competitors with the launch of Video Ads on the platform. You may have seen Video Ads on the platform in recent months. LinkedIn has been testing video ads with select advertisers since August 2017, but Q2 is the first time the general advertising public has … [Read more...] about The Latest on LinkedIn Video Ads
What In Tarnation Are LinkedIn Lead Gen Forms?
LinkedIn lead gen forms are a type of sponsored ad that allows a user to submit their contact info without ever leaving LinkedIn. These ads are designed for companies whose main goal is to capture emails and user information. Lead gen forms provide the user an easy way to show interest that takes less time and reduces friction. This is important in the fast-moving world of … [Read more...] about What In Tarnation Are LinkedIn Lead Gen Forms?
Geographic Customizers: Feed & Ad Creation
It can be difficult to find new things to test out. Whether you’re working with an older account or one that is conservative in new ventures, geo modifier ads can be a great way to test something new within the familiar form of ad copy testing! This is a great way to micro-target your PPC audience with a bit of automation. When recently tasked with creating ads that change … [Read more...] about Geographic Customizers: Feed & Ad Creation
Important Google AdWords Updates + CRO 101
We are only 2 weeks away from the PPC Hero Summit - a free online event offering top-notch PPC training and valuable discussions on trends and updates. Last week, we dove a little deeper into the first two sessions of the Summit. Today, we'll talk about 2 more! Important 2018 Google AdWords Updates (12pm-12:20pm) In this session, #PCCChat Founder and Hanapin expert, Matt … [Read more...] about Important Google AdWords Updates + CRO 101
Hit The Facebook Ad On The Head Every Time
Facebook Ad Targeting is awesome. It is also complex. There is so much you can test and can see in Facebook. You can target based on interests, page likes, behaviors, characteristics, similarities, etc. The list seems endless. As you begin figuring out your Facebook strategy, here are a few tips and pointers to keep in mind about targeting. Make it Simple To start, figure … [Read more...] about Hit The Facebook Ad On The Head Every Time