Are you new to running campaigns on the Google Display Network (GDN)? Looking for a way to optimize your automatic placements campaign? Thinking managed placements is the way to go? Here’s something to keep in mind as you continue to develop a strong presence on the Display Network. Setting up Keyword Contextual Targeting campaigns on the GDN is a great way to target your … [Read more...] about Be Smarter About Your Display Network Placements
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An Introduction To Yahoo Gemini
Are you looking for a way to expand your reach in Display advertising? Like most PPC advertisers, you have likely delved into interest based targeting and remarketing on Google’s Display Network. Beyond Google is another display tactic worth testing - Yahoo Gemini. Gemini showcases ads within the Yahoo and Yahoo Partner site network. The program is not part of Bing Ads and … [Read more...] about An Introduction To Yahoo Gemini
Expect More From PPC Hero In 2015
2015 is here, bringing with it the promise of new PPC features, strategies, and more. Here at PPC Hero, we’re excited to continue providing thought provoking, insightful, and relevant content. As we begin the year we’d like to reaffirm our philosophies and let you know what to expect in 2015. PPC Hero’s Mission Our company website says it best: With every post we aim … [Read more...] about Expect More From PPC Hero In 2015
How To Create Google Analytics Custom Attribution Models
It’s the time of year where advertisers are planning New Year resolutions for PPC accounts. However, if you are using a last click attribution model as part of your PPC strategy you could be doing more harm than good. A few months back we discussed the multi-channel attribution templates available in AdWords and Google Analytics. If you’ve taken the time to understand and … [Read more...] about How To Create Google Analytics Custom Attribution Models
The Role Of Social Networks Moving Forward
Social networks play a large part in the advertising industry. It’s likely that the majority of you get plenty of advertisements shown to you once logging in to Facebook or Twitter. As the industry continues to grow, be prepared for even more advertising platforms. In 2015, advertisers will want to focus on non-Google opportunities. Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are … [Read more...] about The Role Of Social Networks Moving Forward
Keep Your Eyes Focused On Non-Google Opportunities
My biggest recommendation and prediction for 2015 is to stay focused on all the other available advertising channels. We all spend a lot time and money in Google AdWords, but big things are in the works for other platforms. What makes 2015 different from 2014? All the bigger changes that happened in 2014 are going to eventually trickle down and create change for us – the … [Read more...] about Keep Your Eyes Focused On Non-Google Opportunities
2015 Prediction: The Year of Bid and Budget Automation
2014 is winding down and I’ve begun contemplating the future of PPC. I believe 2015 will be the ‘year of bid and budget automation’. As the business of PPC grows in complexity and the amount of levers that need to be monitored and pulled within accounts increases, it's not only a need, but also a necessity to automate these two critical areas. After all, if budgets are not … [Read more...] about 2015 Prediction: The Year of Bid and Budget Automation
So, What Exactly Is Search Engine Marketing?
If you ever find yourself wondering, “what exactly is search engine marketing”, take a step back, and think about the words themselves. It’s no misnomer. Search engine marketing is marketing on a search engine. There. Now we’ve covered the obvious. Wasn't that helpful? No?! Why not? Because while none of the above is untrue, neither does it encompass the entire … [Read more...] about So, What Exactly Is Search Engine Marketing?
4 More Unique Solutions PPC Agencies Offer
Not every account requires the same solution, but how do you know which PPC program is right for you? Last week our team explored the topic of selecting the right agency, and now it’s time to outline more ways you could work with that agency. Ongoing Retainer This theme will be present a few times throughout this list, but it’s important to consider utilizing ongoing or … [Read more...] about 4 More Unique Solutions PPC Agencies Offer
Position Bidding vs. CPC Bidding: A Comparison Of Two Bid Optimization Methods
There are two competing approaches to bid optimization that I’ve found are most commonly used by top PPC analysts. There is the approach that I primarily use, which determines optimal bid levels to reach an ROI/volume goal. I’m going to call this ‘Direct ROI Bidding’. The other approach determines optimal position to reach an ROI/volume goal. Then bids are adjusted to get to … [Read more...] about Position Bidding vs. CPC Bidding: A Comparison Of Two Bid Optimization Methods
Technical Revolution of Digital Marketing [New Webinar with Acquisio!]
While most of us spend our days toiling away in the deepest details of paid search campaigns, scientists of paid search are running experiments, testing regression models and analyzing larger trends to unlock the fundamental secrets of paid search auctions, attribution, economics and search behaviors. Distinguished marketing scientist, Bryan Minor presents their latest … [Read more...] about Technical Revolution of Digital Marketing [New Webinar with Acquisio!]
Why You Can’t Just Trust Your Split Test Stats
The split test experiment you ran on your ads is complete. You ran two different ads on AdWords, and made sure to test an important variable like the value proposition. You then marked the experiment as complete when whichever program you used told you it was. You took the program at its word - because computers are good at math and began your next split test in the cycle. … [Read more...] about Why You Can’t Just Trust Your Split Test Stats
