An article by Brad Geddes talks about how to minimize click fraud by blocking low quality traffic. In the article you will learn how to block your ads from showing in certain countries, how to block competitors from clicking on your ads, see which content network sites are sending you traffic, how to keep yourself from showing for keyword searches, how to block content network … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for August 8, 2007
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Get Your PPC Questions Answered By a Googler, In Person!
At the end of August, our company's dedicated Google AdWords representatives will be paying us a visit. We will have several hours of uninterrupted face-time with these fine folks to learn as much as we can about AdWords. Naturally, we have a lengthy laundry list of questions just waiting for this opportunity. But before we finalize this list, we wanted to give all of our … [Read more...] about Get Your PPC Questions Answered By a Googler, In Person!
PPC News Roundup for August 1, 2007
The AdWords blog announced the introduction of an automated campaign optimizer tool. According to the announcement, the tool is capable of scanning your account and pointing out problems from budgetary concerns, keyword issues (bid, match type, new keywords, etc.) and even potential ad texts. While I would still prefer to do this myself, or have a Google rep. help me out, the … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for August 1, 2007
PPC News Roundup for July 25, 2007
Microsoft takes another step in challenging Google with their new 'Gatineau Analytics' Package. There's not too much of a difference between the two analytics packages except that MSN will provide demographics data like the gender and age of people who are visiting your site. Gatineau will launch in beta later this summer. Much debate exists about the sophistication for … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for July 25, 2007
PPC News Roundup for July 19, 2007
An article on adwords unexpected match types talks about how your ads could be coming up for completely irrelevant search terms. The cause of this is Google Adwords broad match, which is now being called by some, Google expanded broad match. They're basically stating that Googles search is too broad, even broader than we originally though. This article helps remind me that I … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for July 19, 2007
PPC News Roundup for July 11, 2007
Check out Marketing Pilgrims Free eBook on SEO, PPC and social media marketing advice. Be aware of your content network ads - they could be bringing in accidental clicks. Here's how to avoid them from PPC Blog UK. Search Engine Optimization tips from Search Engine Land for seasonal/one-time-only event promotion websites. We are always looking to diversify our search … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for July 11, 2007
PPC News Roundup for July 6, 2007
Looking to diversify beyond Google, Yahoo and MSN's PPC services? Look no further. This is an enlightening piece that outlines the many pitfalls of using shopping search engines, and what they need to do to come out of the dark ages. On Steve L 's PPC blog he talks about four very important mistakes one can make when testing ad text. One small step for MSN, one … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for July 6, 2007
5 PPC Questions Answered by Evan Roberts from PPCLab.com
Evan Roberts is a well-known blogger in the pay-per-click industry. His blog, www.ppclab.com focuses on paid search and provides actionable analysis and insight into the world of PPC. Evan has been actively managing paid search for four years now. In addition to paid search Evan has extensive experience in search engine optimization and affiliate marketing. We've chosen Even … [Read more...] about 5 PPC Questions Answered by Evan Roberts from PPCLab.com
The Top 3 Challenges Facing the PPC Industry
Here at PPC Hero, we are always discussing the future of our industry. This ongoing discussion serves to illuminate the future of our livelihood, but it also serves to keep our clients' best interests at heart. To perform the best that we possibly can and to remain competitive, we must always be conscious of what is coming down the line! After reading articles on the … [Read more...] about The Top 3 Challenges Facing the PPC Industry
How to Shorten Your PPC Ad Texts
In April I posted about the impending truncation of Yahoo! ad texts: well, the time is nigh. Ad texts that are over 70 characters in length will be truncated when displayed within Yahoo!'s SERP. Here is a visual example of how your ad will be effected by this ad delivery alteration (borrowed from the YSM blog): Consumers have countless reasons not to click on your ad, and … [Read more...] about How to Shorten Your PPC Ad Texts
PPC News Roundup for June 27, 2007
A post on Seroundtable talks about a company whose offering services to damage your competitors search engine rankings and protect your own…is this for real?! We know that search is a complex beast, but we keep learning just how complex it is. Let your fingers do the walking: Yellowpages.com revamps its site and this could help your local search … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for June 27, 2007
6 Ways to Increase Your PPC Traffic
Whether your goals are to drive sales, leads or sign-ups, increasing traffic to your site is one action you can take to get closer to your goals. Below I've described six ways I was able to increase traffic for my clients without spending additional money. And in turn, I was able to generate more leads and revenue for my clients. Stop Ad Text Testing, Temporarily - If it's … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Increase Your PPC Traffic
