Ad testing is an important aspect of paid search. It's something that every business, no matter vertical or size, should be doing. Not only does it improve the effectiveness and quality of your PPC ads, it gives you a better idea on what appeals to your target audience and offers insights you can use elsewhere in your marketing mix. Small changes in ad copy variations can have … [Read more...] about [New Whitepaper!] 9 Ad Tests You Should Be Doing In Your PPC Account
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Review Extensions: AdWords’ Mythical Monster
There was once an ad extension that promised to improve your account health with better relevance, trust, and even engagement. Review extensions had rolled out, and all you had to do was complete a form such as this and all would fall into place. But it didn’t happen that easily, did it? No. In fact, there many out there still trying to get review extensions approved, … [Read more...] about Review Extensions: AdWords’ Mythical Monster
AdWords Call-Only Campaigns – Who Should Use Them?
On February 20th, 2015, Google announced Call-only campaigns, though the option to only receive phone calls on mobile has been around since soon after the introduction of call extensions in January of 2010. The phone call only option for call extensions changed the manner in which ads from those campaigns appeared on mobile phones. Instead of clicking an ad to go to the … [Read more...] about AdWords Call-Only Campaigns – Who Should Use Them?
Utilize These 4 Ad Extensions Above All Else
Paid Search Marketers are always looking for a way to boost overall click thru rates within their accounts. While many metrics play a role in overall performance, higher click thru rates mean more traffic, which potentially leads to more conversions, leads or whatever you deem as a success within your account. Not only do higher click thru rates lead to more successful actions, … [Read more...] about Utilize These 4 Ad Extensions Above All Else
How To Test Your Ad Copy Like Spock (5 Ways)
Leonard Nimoy may have left us, but his most famous character's wisdom will always be with us. Nimoy’s Spock is nothing short of a guru; he represents a way of life in which you can handle anything if you just keep your cool, use your smarts, and focus on the job. I don't claim to be a Trekkie and I definitely don't know all of the Star Trek movies by name, but I do know Spock … [Read more...] about How To Test Your Ad Copy Like Spock (5 Ways)
Do Your AdWords Scripts Keep Giving You Timeout Errors?
Do you have a really large account or an account with multiple landing pages? Do you ever wish you had a tool at your disposal that scanned every single link in your Google AdWords account within a few minutes (and I don't mean 30 minutes, I really mean a few minutes) AND doesn't give you all those annoying timeout errors? (Get these a lot?) Yeah, so did we. So here at … [Read more...] about Do Your AdWords Scripts Keep Giving You Timeout Errors?
[New Webinar with Moz!] Testing Your Creative: Simple Changes with Big Effects
Generating and maintaining compelling creative can be a daunting task in PPC, however, it is one of the most impactful strategies for increasing traffic, lowering costs, and boosting revenue. In this webinar hosted by Moz on Thursday, February 26th at 1:30pm EST, Carrie Albright, Senior Account Manager at Hanapin Marketing, will share actionable steps to formalize your ad copy … [Read more...] about [New Webinar with Moz!] Testing Your Creative: Simple Changes with Big Effects
Webinar Confirmation: 5 Super Smart Strategies To Drive Leads With PPC and CRO
You're All Set! You're now registered for Hanapin Marketing and Formstack's webinar, 5 Super Smart Strategies To Drive Leads With PPC and CRO. Check your email now for a link to join the webinar. Know of a fellow PPC fan who would also love this webinar? or Email It » Other Resources You Might Like: How to Better Optimize for Mobile Lead … [Read more...] about Webinar Confirmation: 5 Super Smart Strategies To Drive Leads With PPC and CRO
The Real Performance We’ve Seen With Ad Customizers
What are they again? Although the conversations about ad customizers began a few months ago, some folks are still learning just what they are and just how they work. Ad customizers are another opportunity created by Google to better connect your potential clients and customers with the most relevant information about your business. They allow you to dynamically insert … [Read more...] about The Real Performance We’ve Seen With Ad Customizers
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
An Explanation Of The AdWords Conversion Optimizer Tool
Like most businesses, I’m sure your goal is conversion generation at a profitable cost per acquisition. Fortunately, Adwords provides an automated tool called ‘Conversion Optimizer’ that can help achieve this goal. Today’s post will explain what Conversion Optimizer is and how it works. Additionally, set up directions will be provided along with some personal thoughts and … [Read more...] about An Explanation Of The AdWords Conversion Optimizer Tool
Liveblogging Google’s Event “Join us as we click through AdWords in 2014”
We're liveblogging Google's livestream event as AdWords product managers look back at 2014 highlights and success stories. One of the key points of this event is to better help advertisers "with everything you need to connect to your customers" as 2015 approaches. Google states that the presentation will conclude "with an announcement you won't want to miss." Follow our … [Read more...] about Liveblogging Google’s Event “Join us as we click through AdWords in 2014”