It’s a common perception during new website builds or redesigns that search engine optimization (SEO) should be considered from the beginning. From keyword research to content creation, and through the user experience process, SEO needs to be addressed. However, questions surrounding how the new site will impact PPC efforts are rarely addressed. I often encounter three areas … [Read more...] about Why Website Redesigns Impact PPC More Than You Think
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Google Analytics Now Offers Display Targeting Reports
Have you been wondering what has typically been happening when a user clicks your display ad and doesn't convert? The data is now available to you. Google recently launched a new Display Targeting report in Google Analytics. This report can be found in the Google Analytics interface in the "Acquisition" category under "AdWords". As advertisers know, the Display Network … [Read more...] about Google Analytics Now Offers Display Targeting Reports
Back To School PPC: Get In The Bus Driver’s Seat
This week we’ve been discussing the Back To School season, arguably the biggest thing to hit e-comm since the winter holidays! There are many details to consider when approaching your first Back To School campaign, or when simply evaluating when and how to set this year’s BTS efforts live. Today we’ll cover the first steps of not only knowing your own traffic, but also … [Read more...] about Back To School PPC: Get In The Bus Driver’s Seat
Measuring PPC Return: Are Your Ad Dollars Going To Waste? [New Webinar!]
Did you know that PPC can drive efforts for other marketing channels? Do you know how to measure your PPC? In more than just profit? Our experts not only talk about how to do top line and lead conversion measurements and market analysis for PPC, but will also give you ideas on how PPC can be a valuable asset to your marketing and sales departments. Join Hanapin Marketing … [Read more...] about Measuring PPC Return: Are Your Ad Dollars Going To Waste? [New Webinar!]
New Webinar With Wordstream! 10 Ways To Outsmart Your PPC Competition
You're doing so many things right in PPC, but your competitors still seem to be gaining an edge on you. Nevermore! It's time to get on your boxing gloves and start fighting with smart strategy and tips your competitors don't know about (yet!). From quality score to ad extentions to conquesting, be ready to be a smarter PPC manager. Join experts Erin Sagin from Wordstream and … [Read more...] about New Webinar With Wordstream! 10 Ways To Outsmart Your PPC Competition
PPC Roundtable: Ideal Client Workload
PPC Specialists are constantly in demand as the paid search landscape is so vast and continues to grow. With the increase in demand comes a discussion of how many accounts one individual specialist should manage at any given time. Thus, we asked the team their thoughts by posing this question: How many accounts should one PPC Specialist be managing at one time? … [Read more...] about PPC Roundtable: Ideal Client Workload
AdWords DIY (Destroy It Yourself) – 4 Reasons to Hire a PPC Professional
Have you ever met a compulsive DIY’er (Do It Yourself’er)? You know the type. They get so intent on saving a penny that they can spend dollars to do it. Sure, some DIY activities are worth it. You own an auto repair shop so there’s no use paying another mechanic to fix your car! DIY. You used to be a professional painter? Then save a buck and paint your own house! DIY. There … [Read more...] about AdWords DIY (Destroy It Yourself) – 4 Reasons to Hire a PPC Professional
Write and Schedule Your Holiday Ads Now – Save Time Later
Two of the most underutilized but effective AdWords features are labels and ad scheduling. What makes these features especially tremendous is their usefulness for writing holiday ads in July, and then scheduling for Q4. The holiday season is busy enough for PPC Specialists. Save yourself the stress of time-sensitive tasks by writing and scheduling your ads now. Writing … [Read more...] about Write and Schedule Your Holiday Ads Now – Save Time Later
Morning Clicks: Google, Bing Make Big Updates, Bing Teams Up With Twitter, Acquisio
Morning Clicks is your mid-week roundup of digital advertising news and notes. We're your one-stop shop for the most relevant and important news in the PPC world. Grab your cup of joe and come see us every Wednesday morning. Google was busy with updates this week as you can now segment Brand terms in Analytics, segment performance by distance from a location, and reach the … [Read more...] about Morning Clicks: Google, Bing Make Big Updates, Bing Teams Up With Twitter, Acquisio
6 Factors to Assigning the Right PPC Account Manager
New client account assignments are not a task to be taken lightly. In fact I would say this might be one of the most crucial steps in onboarding new business. Account Managers (AMs) can’t be assigned like used car lot salespeople (“Whose turn is it?”). Why is that? Because just as any account has multiple facets of need, Account Managers have different experiences and focus … [Read more...] about 6 Factors to Assigning the Right PPC Account Manager
8 PPC Hacks You Should Be Using
Let’s face it: we could all use a little help. Today, I’m showcasing 8 PPC hacks that can help your campaigns flourish. You may know of a few of these already, but even if just one is new to you—you could really rake in the benefits! Ad Hacks Using Dynamic Keyword Insertion (DKI) or Dynamic Search Ads (DSA) will give you extra character space While the official limit on … [Read more...] about 8 PPC Hacks You Should Be Using
Get Ready for Google Shopping
Google Shopping campaigns offer an intuitive way to advertise your products. Shopping has been out of beta for a few months now and I’ve had great success on the platform. If you haven’t heard, Shopping campaigns will completely replace PLAs in August. As a result, it is important that you are both prepared to transition as well as manage the new campaigns. Many of the … [Read more...] about Get Ready for Google Shopping