Knowing what to do can be one of the biggest challenges for new coders. In a previous article we covered choosing a language. Now you’ve made your way around tutorials on variables, loops, and functions but how can you apply it to your job? Many coding tutorials are geared towards full-time coding positions or domains that have nothing to do with marketing. This leaves … [Read more...] about Starter Projects for New Coders
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Coding for Marketers – Where to Start
It feels like someone is always telling you to learn to code. That’s crazy talk but coding can open new opportunities. Code helps users optimize their workflows and makes dealing with data more manageable. I often receive questions about where to start or what someone in my role uses. It’s not always clear where to start with coding if you work in a marketing role. This … [Read more...] about Coding for Marketers – Where to Start
Google Quality Score – Should You Optimize for This Metric?
Quality Score Has been a part of Google Ads since 2005 and over the last few years, Google has released more information about what elements of your account is used to calculate your score from 1-10, with 10 being the best score. While it is important to know what your Quality Score is, it is more crucial to know if optimizing your account to improve quality score will benefit … [Read more...] about Google Quality Score – Should You Optimize for This Metric?
Tools to Help You Survive the GDN Mobile App Changes
This post is a follow up to our first episode of The PPC Newsflash, the new webinar series where we will bring you expert commentary on the newest updates in the PPC industry. See the video below, or if you're multitasking and just want to listen, check out the podcast! Once upon a time, mobile app exclusions were as easy as blocking adsenseformobileapps.com. That feature is … [Read more...] about Tools to Help You Survive the GDN Mobile App Changes
My Top Failures as a PPC Account Manager
No one sets out to fail. Yet nearly everyone sets out to learn. This contradiction had me thinking reflectively over the last couples of weeks as I quickly approach the end of my 3rd year with Hanapin. I'm truly in awe at how much has happened during that time within the industry, and how seamlessly those around me appear to transition from one phase to the next. And that's … [Read more...] about My Top Failures as a PPC Account Manager
Up and Running with AdWords Add-on for Google Sheets
We can all agree that having data is good. Having data stuck behind an interface is not good. Data in the interface isn’t easy to manipulate. This makes more difficult to analyze and incorporate your data into a tool or template. Thankfully a new add-in has come along to save the day and directly export data from AdWords into Google Sheets. Of course you could have pulled this … [Read more...] about Up and Running with AdWords Add-on for Google Sheets
How to Supercharge Your Google Shopping Ads
Running a successful Google Shopping campaign isn’t rocket science, but there’s definitely an art to it. Whenever I get asked to audit an account, the same issues or areas for improvement come up time and time again. So, I’ve put together this article to tackle some of those common problems and help you get the most out of your Google Shopping ad campaigns. The first thing to … [Read more...] about How to Supercharge Your Google Shopping Ads
Important Google AdWords Updates + CRO 101
We are only 2 weeks away from the PPC Hero Summit - a free online event offering top-notch PPC training and valuable discussions on trends and updates. Last week, we dove a little deeper into the first two sessions of the Summit. Today, we'll talk about 2 more! Important 2018 Google AdWords Updates (12pm-12:20pm) In this session, #PCCChat Founder and Hanapin expert, Matt … [Read more...] about Important Google AdWords Updates + CRO 101
Our Hero Conf Austin Schedule is Now Live!
It wasn't easy. After wading through hundreds of speaking pitches, and completing our thorough review process (more on that in a minute), we're excited and proud to roll-out what we think is our best Hero Conf agenda yet! Jam-packed with brand-new, and truly innovative PPC content, we can't wait to share the best and latest our experts have to offer. Check out the … [Read more...] about Our Hero Conf Austin Schedule is Now Live!
Work Habits & Resources for the Stressed-Out PPC Manager
I don't think I need to remind anyone that having good work habits are important during the stressful holiday season. As online marketers, the holiday season is often the busiest time of the year with promotions, holiday sales, and pressure to close the gap as the fiscal year ends. Meanwhile, the days get shorter and colder and we find ourselves sitting in pitch dark rooms, … [Read more...] about Work Habits & Resources for the Stressed-Out PPC Manager
6 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do In Google Sheets
Google Sheets is a versatile tool for PPC marketers. Whether you’re using it build reports for your clients, analyze data, or other miscellaneous PPC tasks, getting familiar with some of the lesser known functions can be beneficial. Here are the features we’ll cover in this post: Import Sitemaps Currency Conversions Sparklines Import from other workbooks Check for … [Read more...] about 6 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do In Google Sheets
How Often Does Google Search Match to Demographics?
Google publicly rolled out demographic targeting for search in the fall of 2016. This feature allows advertisers to segment data and adjust bids based on gender and age estimates of users. The one downside is the “undetermined segment.” This segment can make up a large proportion of the traffic. This can make some advertisers wary of the demographic information, “do we really … [Read more...] about How Often Does Google Search Match to Demographics?
