Apparently George Kepnick from Pay-Per-Click Blog.com hates ask.com and finds the traffic "worthless". George writes an interesting blog on his email to ask.com basically demanding a refund for the irrelevant traffic that blew through his budget in a matter of hours. He has the links to prove it! Need serious help writing ad copy? Forget the Google Adwords ad text ideas tool … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for September 6, 2007
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5 Ideas for A/B Testing Your PPC Ad Text
With the new algorithm changes from Google and Yahoo!, having a good quality score is an added challenge in the PPC world; and your ad text is a big part of having a great quality score. Here are five tips I have used personally that helped me gain control of my accounts through ad text testing. 1. Call to action: Speaking with Google and Yahoo! frequently, they suggest that … [Read more...] about 5 Ideas for A/B Testing Your PPC Ad Text
We’re Gonna Have Some Fundamentals!
All of us who work in pay-per-click (PPC) advertising look at accounts and stats day in and day out. After a while, we can easily start to lose focus and lose our grip on the basics. Today, I will discuss the most fundamental yet most important aspects of managing a well-planned and great-performing PPC campaign. Ad Testing The most powerful tip I can give to anyone running … [Read more...] about We’re Gonna Have Some Fundamentals!
Best practices to boost results with Performance Max
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, performance marketers are increasingly challenged to rethink their strategies, reimagine tools, and reinvent the way they connect with audiences. Google’s Performance Max (PMax) campaign type, despite representing one of the most significant shifts to the broader advertising landscape in recent years, is still not as well … [Read more...] about Best practices to boost results with Performance Max
How Microsoft Is Transforming Search and Advertising with AI
In recent years, Microsoft has undergone a profound transformation, particularly in its search and advertising business. The driving force behind this shift? Artificial intelligence (AI). While AI may feel like an overused buzzword these days, its impact—especially through Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI and the integration of tools like ChatGPT and Copilot—has been … [Read more...] about How Microsoft Is Transforming Search and Advertising with AI
Performance Max’s Biggest Updates… and What They Mean for Advertisers
The PMax that drove many marketers to reconsider their future in Google Ads is well and truly gone. The black box days are being traded in for greater data visibility and enhanced advertiser controls, thanks to some fantastic community outreach and product efforts from Google. The fact that so much of the meaningful change in Performance Max has come over the past 12 (or … [Read more...] about Performance Max’s Biggest Updates… and What They Mean for Advertisers
Seven Social Media Marketing Trends You Need To Be On Top Of in 2025
Social media isn’t just a space for selfies and hashtags anymore, it's where brands connect, influence, and sell. Did you know that in 2023, 106.8 million Americans made purchases directly through social platforms? That number is expected to rise above 118 million by 2027. The way businesses market is changing fast, and staying ahead of these trends isn’t optional; it’s … [Read more...] about Seven Social Media Marketing Trends You Need To Be On Top Of in 2025
Google Won’t Save You: The Growing Threat of AI Bot Traffic in Digital Advertising
As digital marketers gather insights, optimize campaigns, and analyze performance data, there’s a growing invisible threat undermining their efforts: AI-powered bot traffic. In an era where automation and artificial intelligence are being woven into every layer of marketing, the dark side of this innovation is catching many off guard. And Google isn’t going to save you. Meet … [Read more...] about Google Won’t Save You: The Growing Threat of AI Bot Traffic in Digital Advertising
What Does a Full Funnel Strategy for Meta Ads Look Like in 2025?
Meta ads is constantly changing. From in-platform features, industry recommended ways of working, creative strategies, to so much more. Today, running a single, conversion-focused campaign may not be enough for brands looking to drive sales through paid media. For sustainable performance, as long as you have the budget, you have to consider the full funnel and adapt … [Read more...] about What Does a Full Funnel Strategy for Meta Ads Look Like in 2025?
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The Role of AI in PPC: Magic or Overrated?
AI in PPC continues to evolve. In time we can expect to see its application expand into even more areas of paid advertising. What's clear for now, however, is that AI is a helper. It can, for example, identify and segment audiences, and test numerous ad variations. Google claims that by switching from focusing on CPC to an AI-enhanced ROAS bid strategy, advertisers typically … [Read more...] about The Role of AI in PPC: Magic or Overrated?
More Than Just a Game: How Sports Ads Can Build Brand Loyalty
Every year, major sporting events bring millions of fans together, creating a perfect opportunity for brands to connect with new audiences. Whether it’s the Super Bowl, UEFA Champions League, Wimbledon, or the NFL Drafts, these global moments attract massive attention, both in person and online. But with so many brands competing for the same eyeballs, how do you make sure … [Read more...] about More Than Just a Game: How Sports Ads Can Build Brand Loyalty
