Microsoft Advertising is the underdog of the advertising world. With Google having a stronger market share, most advertisers will often overlook the capabilities of Microsoft, thinking of them as a secondary option at best. But this horse is definitely worth placing a bet on. Microsoft Advertising is a game-changer for many businesses. It’s the underutilized … [Read more...] about The Most Underutilized Microsoft Advertising Features
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July 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
In this monthly post, we bring you the latest from all of the major platforms. Google Ads What: Buy on Google is now commission-free Details: Following the addition of free product listings a couple of months back, Google Shopping will offer commission-free access to their native checkout within product listings via “Buy on Google”. With the announcement, came a … [Read more...] about July 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
How To Use Geo Exclusions To Measure Brand Ad Value
In the Fall of 2019, the PPC Twitter-verse was newly abuzz with a question that has been around for as long as the industry has existed: is it worth it to bid on brand keywords? At the time, we wrote about that topic extensively - see Matt Umbro’s “The Great Brand Keyword Debate: What You Need To Consider” for a detailed recap. As with many questions, the answer to the … [Read more...] about How To Use Geo Exclusions To Measure Brand Ad Value
June 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
In this monthly post, we bring you the latest from all of the major platforms. Google Ads What: Resources For Managing Campaigns through COVID-19 Details: Google has created a centralized space for their resources in managing paid ad campaigns in the mix of global pandemic. This page is chock-full of resources and tips on strategy for each network, platform, and … [Read more...] about June 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
Sustaining Client Relationships When Marketing Budgets Are Low [3 Tips]
As we all know, the COVID season has been a trying time for all, and during these times everyone needs someone they can trust. Agency clients are no exception. As a result of COVID-19, it has been commonplace for brands to decrease their paid media budget or cut all advertising budget as a whole. Many brands have even gone through hard times on their teams, including pay cuts … [Read more...] about Sustaining Client Relationships When Marketing Budgets Are Low [3 Tips]
Boosting Sales Consistently with the Right Product Video
Even today, people find it hard to trust online shopping. It makes sense, though: you can’t touch, try or test the product with your own hands. Not to mention that, all too often, you don’t get what you thought you would get. And is there anything more frustrating than that? Luckily, eCommerce marketers found a great solution to bridge the gap, foster trust, and prompt … [Read more...] about Boosting Sales Consistently with the Right Product Video
May 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
In this monthly post, we bring you the latest from all of the major platforms. Google Ads What: Hotel ads product updates Details: Google is piloting a commissions (per stay) program allowing Hotel ads partners to pay a commission only if a customer follows through with their stay, automatically adjusting bids to maximize booking value. In the next few weeks, expect the rollout … [Read more...] about May 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
Ad Copy Tips For the COVID Era
Striking a balance between promotional and socially conscious messaging can be challenging right now. We know that Google and Facebook are actively monitoring and snubbing out inappropriate ad copy that has malicious intent (and for that, we’re grateful). That said, it’s difficult not to talk about it and empathize with our audiences. Google is running a series of weekly … [Read more...] about Ad Copy Tips For the COVID Era
Assessing Your PPC Data and Analytics Needs
In the world of PPC, data is king. You need it, you use it, and it guides every decision big or small. Yet, wrangling your data is like climbing a mountain. It often requires immense effort, specialized tools, and the grit to see it through. Lacking any of these is a recipe for disaster, but often it’s not until we’re halfway into our climb that decisions made during the … [Read more...] about Assessing Your PPC Data and Analytics Needs
Hulu Advertising: What You Need to Know About It
Hulu: you know it, you love it, you probably binge it (guilty). If you’re like me, you’re on the cheap, ad-supported plan because you graduated college and suddenly had to pay for both Spotify and Hulu. Even though Hulu sells an ads-free service package, 70% of viewers are on the cheaper, ad-supported plan. This means that there are 58 million binge-watchers like myself seeing … [Read more...] about Hulu Advertising: What You Need to Know About It
Best APIs for SEOs and PPC Managers
As the use of programming languages continues to increase in digital marketing, APIs are powerful tools for technical insight and growth. Python and Javascript are two of the most popular and there has been a rise in their use in areas such as: SEOPPCContent marketingSocial media I will look at the best APIs that SEOs and PPC professionals can use to improve … [Read more...] about Best APIs for SEOs and PPC Managers
Methods for PPC Success in Times of Uncertainty
The current state of the world leads to a period of uncertainty in the realm of digital advertising. Depending on where your company or your clients are positioned, the effects of COVID-19 are either having tremendous or horrible impacts on standard business performance. For those on the latter side, this is a time where advertisers are seeing budgetary shifts, paused … [Read more...] about Methods for PPC Success in Times of Uncertainty
