Which is more important, the ad or the keyword? This is one of those “Which came first, the chicken or the egg?” type questions. Both are unavoidable requirements of PPC creation. I can write the most compelling ad that the world has ever seen, but without the keyword, it will just sit in AdWords with a warning. Even though the answer to the question is both, I find … [Read more...] about Are Long Tailed Keywords The Answer to Keyword Optimization?
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A Step-By-Step Introduction to Amazon Product Ads
There is a land full of flowing rivers frothing with fresh, leaping trout where the deer and moose journey to water's edge to drink deeply of the fresh, clear water. This land is bordered by rising, rugged snowcapped mountains that keep those who would destroy it for pleasure from taking advantage of its beauty and life. *Note, this image was provided by the author and was … [Read more...] about A Step-By-Step Introduction to Amazon Product Ads
From Zero to Hero: Measuring PPC’s Impact On Brand Awareness
Question: When I say “tissue” what comes to mind? Answer: Kleenex What about “cheese crackers”? Okay, you get the point. These two brands have created awareness where you associate their brand immediately for a term (tissue & Kleenex have almost become synonymous). Brand awareness can make or break a business, and it’s something that is most often a focus for … [Read more...] about From Zero to Hero: Measuring PPC’s Impact On Brand Awareness
Reassessing My 2014 PPC Suggestions And Looking To 2015
2014 has been an amazing year in paid search. AdWords and Bing Ads made some great strides with their features and interfaces (my personal favorite being AdWords ad customizers). Social platforms began experimenting with new features, including Twitter allowing the ability to make purchases directly from the interface. Finally, and maybe most importantly, the PPC community … [Read more...] about Reassessing My 2014 PPC Suggestions And Looking To 2015
Moving Beyond Keyword Targeting In 2015
Series week continues at PPC Hero as we try to write about the same topic every day. This week’s topic is predictions for 2015. When I’m asked to think about 2015, the first area I assess is how keyword targeting seems like it’s becoming less relevant, and there are so many new alternatives to targeting ads. I fully expect all the new features in 2015 to follow … [Read more...] about Moving Beyond Keyword Targeting In 2015
Effective Google Analytics AdWords Data Integration
A huge topic in 2014 - ‘more data’ for AdWords users has been answered by Enhanced Google Analytics! Throughout 2014, Google Analytics (GA) has been rolling out more integrated AdWords data, giving online marketers more insight into performance and behavioral features to analyze, report and base decisions. GA has added the below AdWords features integrations. I’ll be … [Read more...] about Effective Google Analytics AdWords Data Integration
4 Bing PPC Predictions To Watch For in 2015
Series week rolls on as Cassie explores her Bing predictions for 2015. Also make sure to check out Sarah's post on projected RLSA expansion in 2015 and Jeff's prediction of the year of bid and budget automation. The Yahoo Bing Network has big plans on the horizon for 2015 that could potentially change the way we advertise pay-per-click ads and budgets for Bing Ads. The Yahoo … [Read more...] about 4 Bing PPC Predictions To Watch For in 2015
Secrets To A Cohesive PPC Campaign [Webinar Recording]
In order to maximize your conversion rate, your PPC account should be congruent with your landing page and website. From the keywords, to the ad copy, to any specific landing pages, if it all doesn’t align into one cohesive message, then you’re in store for low conversion rates, high costs, and ultimately going in opposition of your goals. In the recording, experts from Visual … [Read more...] about Secrets To A Cohesive PPC Campaign [Webinar Recording]
[New Webinar with Visual Website Optimizer!] Master Class: Secrets to a Cohesive PPC Campaign
In order to maximize your conversion rate, your PPC account should be congruent with your landing page and website. From the keywords, to the ad copy, to any specific landing pages, if it all doesn’t align into one cohesive message, then you’re in store for low conversion rates, high costs, and ultimately going in opposition of your goals. Join experts from Visual Website … [Read more...] about [New Webinar with Visual Website Optimizer!] Master Class: Secrets to a Cohesive PPC Campaign
1 Week Only! Get ALL of Hanapin’s Whitepapers and Guides in The Ultimate PPC Knowledge Stack
How do you pack a whole lot of awesomeness into one download? Combine all the whitepapers you have ever produced into one easy and accessible download. So that's what we did! For a limited time only get all of Hanapin's whitepapers and guides, written by our expert Account Managers, in one download! You'll find whitepapers on different ways to work with an agency or the … [Read more...] about 1 Week Only! Get ALL of Hanapin’s Whitepapers and Guides in The Ultimate PPC Knowledge Stack
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
PPC Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making – On Demand Webinar!
Let’s face it - in the flurry of the tasks and strategy involved in PPC, you've made mistakes. Many of them avoidable and some of them huge. No matter how much of a seasoned digital marketer you are, it happens. In this webinar, our experts will go through four different areas where mistakes occur frequently, sometimes without you really understanding what the problem is. Join … [Read more...] about PPC Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making – On Demand Webinar!
