TLDR: Yes and no. It’s complicated. Retail media as we know it is a vital component of digital commerce, and definitely has its roots in paid search. However, they are two distinct facets of marketing, each with its own pros and cons, best practices, and impacts on user experience. What is Retail Media and How Does it Compare to Paid Search? Retail media is when … [Read more...] about Retail Media Is Paid Search, Right?
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The Digital Marketing Certifications Most Worth Your Time
When I first started my digital marketing career, I remember thinking, “I bet there are a handful of online courses and certifications I could do to get a head start!” One Google search and 5 minutes later, I was completely overwhelmed by the amount of options. There are numerous certifications readily available to you online - but where to begin? In this article, you will find … [Read more...] about The Digital Marketing Certifications Most Worth Your Time
Top Coding Skills You Should Develop as a PPC Specialist in 2021 and Beyond
PPC ads are extremely important for any online and offline business. For this reason, PPC specialists need to work on creating campaigns that do not only stand out from the crowd but also convert. By learning how to code, you can optimize your campaigns and landing pages to do just that. So here, we’ll talk about how knowing different programming languages can make you … [Read more...] about Top Coding Skills You Should Develop as a PPC Specialist in 2021 and Beyond
Keywords & YouTube – All You Need to Know
If you want people to find your video content, you need the right keywords. It sounds so simple, doesn’t it? Well, the key is knowing which keywords are the right ones for you, where to find them, and how to implement them on your video to boost your SEO ranking. Just as you put a lot of hard work collaborating with a video production team to create the best … [Read more...] about Keywords & YouTube – All You Need to Know
6 PPC Automation Tools and Scripts to Start 2021 Right
You might have heard phrases like: “The future of PPC advertising is in automation”“Automation is changing the future”“PPC automation isn’t the future – it’s the present!” The truth is… they’re all true. PPC automation tools are improving campaigns now and will only get better and more efficient in the future. These tools allow marketers to complete manual tasks and save … [Read more...] about 6 PPC Automation Tools and Scripts to Start 2021 Right
16 Commonly Asked PPC Questions (And Answers)
Ask a PPC account manager what’s the best way to do something and I bet 95% of the time the answer is, “it depends on your account/the situation”. The reason for that is that, well… it does. With this in mind, below are some of the most common questions we hear from new account managers, people attending digital marketing conferences and from right here on PPC Hero. What … [Read more...] about 16 Commonly Asked PPC Questions (And Answers)
Ecommerce Ad Updates You Should Know As We Approach Q4
2020 has presented many firsts and challenges for various PPCers. Specifically, on the eCommerce side, brands have experienced quite a bit of growth as people have leaned heavier on purchasing online. I recently wrote about “When Surprisingly Good Performance Leads To Tough Questions About The Value Of PPC”, covering how COVID has impacted our overall approach. It’s clear that … [Read more...] about Ecommerce Ad Updates You Should Know As We Approach Q4
July 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
In this monthly post, we bring you the latest from all of the major platforms. Google Ads What: Buy on Google is now commission-free Details: Following the addition of free product listings a couple of months back, Google Shopping will offer commission-free access to their native checkout within product listings via “Buy on Google”. With the announcement, came a … [Read more...] about July 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
How Artificial Intelligence Can Change the Way We Shop Online
What comes to mind when you think of Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Maybe you think of robots taking over the world, like in the movies, or self-driving cars. Merriam-Webster defines artificial intelligence as 1) a branch of computer science dealing with the simulation of intelligent behavior in computers and 2) the capability of a machine to imitate intelligent human … [Read more...] about How Artificial Intelligence Can Change the Way We Shop Online
May 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
In this monthly post, we bring you the latest from all of the major platforms. Google Ads What: Hotel ads product updates Details: Google is piloting a commissions (per stay) program allowing Hotel ads partners to pay a commission only if a customer follows through with their stay, automatically adjusting bids to maximize booking value. In the next few weeks, expect the rollout … [Read more...] about May 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
April 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
In this monthly post, we bring you the latest from all of the major platforms. Google Ads What: Google Shopping to incorporate free product listings -- rolling out now. Details: The Google Shopping tab will now feature primarily free listings. The main SERP in addition to a select few top and bottom of page results will remain paid. Impact: While a significant number of paid … [Read more...] about April 2020 Updates to Paid Media Platforms
Has COVID-19 Affected Your PPC Accounts?
A look at current and expected trends in PPC amidst the global virus outbreak. Nearly all businesses have been impacted in some way by the coronavirus and the PPC world is no exception. Unless your business is lucky enough to be selling hand sanitizer, face masks, toilet paper, or even vodka…the impact on your PPC account is likely not positive. With that, let’s take a … [Read more...] about Has COVID-19 Affected Your PPC Accounts?
