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
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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
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?
Cross-Platform Remarketing: Boost Your ROI with Google, Facebook, and Instagram targeting
Running ads is easy. Making them work? That’s the challenge. If you’re struggling with high ad costs and low conversions, you might be missing out on cross-platform remarketing. This strategy helps brands reconnect with potential customers across multiple platforms like Google Ads, Facebook, and Instagram to drive engagement and maximize ROI. In this guide, we’ll break down … [Read more...] about Cross-Platform Remarketing: Boost Your ROI with Google, Facebook, and Instagram targeting
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The Intersection of Creativity and Data: Rethinking the Art of PPC Advertising
In this three-part series, I first reflected on the evolving role of the PPC manager and then explored how the industry is shifting its focus toward audiences and intent. Now, we turn our attention to the intersection of data and creativity, examining how these two elements together drive success in PPC advertising. Building on insights from previous articles (How … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Creativity and Data: Rethinking the Art of PPC Advertising
How to Craft Click-Worthy Content for PPC in 2025
Pay-per-click (PPC) advertising remains one of the most dependable and effective modes of digital marketing. In 2025, as the online landscape continues to evolve, creating engaging and click-worthy PPC content has become more critical than ever. With increased competition and a growing demand for personalized experiences, businesses must fine-tune their PPC campaigns to stand … [Read more...] about How to Craft Click-Worthy Content for PPC in 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Audiences in Google Ads
Audiences are at the core of successful Google Ads campaigns. They allow you to go beyond targeting keywords and focus on who you're advertising to. By using audiences, you can show relevant ads to people who are most likely to convert by clicking, engaging, or making a purchase. This guide will walk you through what audiences are, the different types available, and how to use … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Audiences in Google Ads
How Automation will Reshape the Role of the PPC Manager in 2025
The role of the PPC manager in 2025 will be markedly different from when I first stepped into it back in 2006. At that time, nearly everything was manual. Conversion tracking, as we know it today, was almost non-existent. While some rudimentary forms of tracking were available in-app, they lacked the integration and precision modern systems offer. Automation, which now drives … [Read more...] about How Automation will Reshape the Role of the PPC Manager in 2025
AI-Powered Ad Copy: Writing Ads that Convert Without Losing the Human Touch
AI is redefining the landscape of Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising. According to Goldman Sachs, AI is expected to generate $200 billion in marketing value by 2025, making it one of the most transformative technologies in the industry. From automated bidding systems to dynamic keyword insertion, AI is optimizing every aspect of PPC advertising—including ad copy. AI-powered ad … [Read more...] about AI-Powered Ad Copy: Writing Ads that Convert Without Losing the Human Touch
“Create New Chart:” Understanding Google Ads’ New Charting Option to Visualize Conversions
Google Ads has introduced a new feature under the Conversions tab called "Create new chart", enabling advertisers to visualize their conversion data more effectively. This enhancement mirrors some of the charting capabilities found in Google Analytics 4 (GA4), offering a user-friendly way to track and analyze performance metrics for Sales and Leads. By breaking down conversions … [Read more...] about “Create New Chart:” Understanding Google Ads’ New Charting Option to Visualize Conversions
