AdWords is clearly moving towards higher automation, even if a fully automatic long-lasting optimization is still to come. It is possible to create accounts which automatically react to competitors’ activities and maintain performance for long times without manual activities. Since I created my first campaign (more than 12 years ago) I have always been striving toward better … [Read more...] about AdWords Self-Optimizing Accounts Are Live (And Already Among Us)
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[New webinar with Brainlabs Digital!] 10 Unique Ways To Improve Ad Copy
With all the optimization work that goes into PPC, it’s easy to lose sight of the actual ad copy. Even though it is the only thing the searcher sees, ad copy often stagnates as the ad testing plan winds down and the enthusiasm brought about by a new project subsides into the steady hum of routine tasks. In this webinar, experts from Hanapin Marketing and Brainlabs Digital go … [Read more...] about [New webinar with Brainlabs Digital!] 10 Unique Ways To Improve Ad Copy
The AdWords Script To Create Ads In Bulk
This month I’d like to share a script I originally built 3 years ago to help with ad text optimization in AdWords. It’s intended to make sure all ad groups have enough experiments running, and can also be used to create new ads across many ad groups in bulk. It could also be used to clean up the worst performing ad in each ad group. AdWords Script For Bulk Ad Creation The … [Read more...] about The AdWords Script To Create Ads In Bulk
Webinar: 10 Unique Ways To Improve Ad Copy
More about this Webinar With all the optimization work that goes into PPC, it's easy to lose sight of the actual ad copy. Even though it is the only thing the searcher sees, ad copy often stagnates as the ad testing plan winds down and the enthusiasm brought about by a new project subsides into the steady hum of routine tasks. In this webinar recording, experts from Hanapin … [Read more...] about Webinar: 10 Unique Ways To Improve Ad Copy
How To Evaluate Your Ad Extensions
Ad extensions are touted as an important component of any PPC account. The AdWords system even rates your ads based on the use of ad extensions. Beyond the “use them or suffer” reasoning, extensions offer a great way to differentiate your ads or are simply a way to take up more real estate in the search results. Despite their visibility, there remains a constant doubt to the … [Read more...] about How To Evaluate Your Ad Extensions
New Ad Extensions In Town – Check Out Bing’s Latest
There’s no better time than at the start of a new year to get your PPC accounts in order. One of the biggest things that I do during this time is audit all of my accounts and make sure I’m taking advantage of all features. As you know, in the PPC world it’s easy to miss out on adding new features to your accounts. This year, Bing is going to be high on my priority list, as … [Read more...] about New Ad Extensions In Town – Check Out Bing’s Latest
How Smart Are AdWords Smart Goals?
AdWords recently introduced Smart Goals for advertisers who are not using conversion tracking. The Smart Goals measure user behavior to determine how likely they are to convert. Even with this new feature, if you have the ability to set-up goals or conversions tracking, these options would be ideal. Types Of Smart Goals Time on site Pages per … [Read more...] about How Smart Are AdWords Smart Goals?
Nice To Meet You: Making Good First Impressions With Ads
Good ads are like a good handshake welcoming someone into your brand. Without the right combination of words, extensions, and customizers, your ad becomes a passing wave as your potential customer scrolls past. Be too aggressive with your words and the ad becomes a choking bear hug, ultimately turning someone away from your brand. So what is the right combination? How can we … [Read more...] about Nice To Meet You: Making Good First Impressions With Ads
Advanced AdWords Budget Script
For a newer article on this topic visit: Automate And Better Manage Your Budgets With Scripts At the recent HeroConf in London, I had the pleasure of meeting several customers of Optmyzr. One of them told me they had to spend a significant amount of time ensuring that none of the accounts they managed would exceed the monthly budget set by their clients and that got … [Read more...] about Advanced AdWords Budget Script
Image Extensions Now Available For Bing Ads
Image extensions are out of beta, at least for Bing. On 11/16, Bing Ads announced the release of image extensions in search ads on tablets and PCs, at the moment smartphones are out of the equation. No word yet on whether they will be added in the future. Advertisers can upload up to 6 images to an ad group or campaign. Each image can be set with its own landing page … [Read more...] about Image Extensions Now Available For Bing Ads
Flash Series Confirmation: Practical A/B Testing Statistics – 5 Tips to Help You Get Reliable Data
You're All Set! You're now registered for our Flash Series 20-minute webinar, Practical A/B Testing Statistics: 5 Tips to Help You Get Reliable Data. Check your email now for a link to join the webinar. Know of a fellow CRO fan who would also love this webinar? or Email It » Other Resources You Might Like: Use My Little Research Secret To Test Only … [Read more...] about Flash Series Confirmation: Practical A/B Testing Statistics – 5 Tips to Help You Get Reliable Data
Flash Series: Practical A/B Testing Statistics – 5 Tips to Help You Get Reliable Data
More about this 20-Minute Webinar “How do I know when I can stop my test?” This is one of the most common questions asked by marketers learning about split testing. In this practical webinar, Michael Aagaard, Senior Conversion Optimizer at Unbounce, will help you answer that question by giving you 5 actionable tips that will help you run cleaner tests with more reliable … [Read more...] about Flash Series: Practical A/B Testing Statistics – 5 Tips to Help You Get Reliable Data