There are two competing approaches to bid optimization that I’ve found are most commonly used by top PPC analysts. There is the approach that I primarily use, which determines optimal bid levels to reach an ROI/volume goal. I’m going to call this ‘Direct ROI Bidding’. The other approach determines optimal position to reach an ROI/volume goal. Then bids are adjusted to get to … [Read more...] about Position Bidding vs. CPC Bidding: A Comparison Of Two Bid Optimization Methods
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8 PPC Experts Share Secrets For Optimizing Your PPC Campaigns for Mobile Users
If you haven’t optimized your PPC campaigns for your mobile users, then you could be leaving conversions on the table. In her latest Internet Trends Report, venture capitalist Mary Meeker found that we consume 12% of our media on our mobile devices – yet only 3% of advertising dollars are being devoted to mobile ad spend. While this is a pretty shocking discrepancy, it’s … [Read more...] about 8 PPC Experts Share Secrets For Optimizing Your PPC Campaigns for Mobile Users
Google AdWords Puts Focus on Shopping Campaigns
As we move closer to the Holiday season, Google continues to come out with features to help eCommerce advertisers during their busiest time of the year. Two announcements were made by Google on Wednesday. The new Diagnostics tab in the Merchant Center will be replacing the Data Quality tab currently in the Merchant Center. Five new features around Shopping Campaigns have … [Read more...] about Google AdWords Puts Focus on Shopping Campaigns
5 Most-Common PPC Obstacles – and How to Overcome Them [New Webinar with SEMrush!]
Setting up a high-performing AdWords campaign can seem like a start-and-stop affair, with roadblocks and obstacles at every turn. Hanapin Marketing's Senior Digital Advisor, Kayla Kurtz, is responsible for squeezing ROI from hundreds of thousands of dollars of budget each month. In her role, she has overcome the obstacles and heard the questions that stymie even the most … [Read more...] about 5 Most-Common PPC Obstacles – and How to Overcome Them [New Webinar with SEMrush!]
Cut Throat PPC: A Guide To Competitive Analysis
When it comes to PPC advertising, I’ve never heard of a business that isn’t interested in what their competitors are doing. Your client might come to you and request a competitive analysis, and you might be wondering where the heck to start. Don’t worry, I’ll walk you through what to look at, how to make the comparisons, and what tools to use. Choosing Competitors I … [Read more...] about Cut Throat PPC: A Guide To Competitive Analysis
Defining Cost-Per-Click (CPC)
CPC (cost-per-click) is simply the amount advertisers have to pay every time one of their ads is clicked. Ideally, this click would result in a conversion but that is not always the case. Therefore, advertisers must be strategic in what they are willing to pay for every click. That being said, advertisers set a max CPC for their keywords. A max CPC is the maximum amount an … [Read more...] about Defining Cost-Per-Click (CPC)
Webinar: Cutting-Edge Tactics To Spy On Your PPC Competition
More about this Webinar Competitor research is important in the ever-changing and highly competitive world of PPC and should be a part of your process. Not only is it wise to have a strategic plan in place, but you should be aware of the various tools available to do a competitive analysis. Are you questioning who your competitors are or how good their campaigns are? Do you … [Read more...] about Webinar: Cutting-Edge Tactics To Spy On Your PPC Competition
[Webinar Presentation] Cutting-Edge Tactics To Spy On Your PPC Competition
Competitor research is important in the ever-changing and highly competitive world of PPC and should be a part of your process. Not only is it wise to have a strategic plan in place, but you should be aware of the various tools available to do a competitive analysis. Are you questioning who your competitors are or how good their campaigns are? Do you know the good and the bad … [Read more...] about [Webinar Presentation] Cutting-Edge Tactics To Spy On Your PPC Competition
PPC Insights for the Tourism & Travel Industry
Series week continues as we assess PPC management across different industries. Yesterday, Kevin covered the Healthcare industry. Today, Kristina is discussing the Tourism and Travel industry. When I think of the many industries that see success in paid search, vacation and traveling is one my favorites. First, everyone loves vacation. The audience already exists and is aware … [Read more...] about PPC Insights for the Tourism & Travel Industry
How To Run PPC Accounts in the Cutthroat Healthcare Vertical
Series week continues as we assess PPC management across different industries. Yesterday Rachael covered PPC for the IT and Technology industry. Today, Kevin covers the healthcare industry, and specifically business-to-business. One of the unique components of the healthcare industry, is that it’s one of the responsibilities of our (at least for American readers) Federal … [Read more...] about How To Run PPC Accounts in the Cutthroat Healthcare Vertical
5 Competitor Strategies For Small PPC Budgets
Pay-pay-click (PPC) is a competitive space for many verticals. Some big brands have deep, almost endless, pockets that make it hard for the companies with small budgets to compete. Well fear no more my small budgeted friends! Below I will cover how to get champagne results on a beer budget and share in the wealth of the PPC pie by covering 5 competitor strategies for small … [Read more...] about 5 Competitor Strategies For Small PPC Budgets
7 Questions To Ask A Prospective Pay Per Click Agency
When it comes time to find a new pay-per-click agency, there are questions that need to be asked. More importantly, the prospective agency should give intelligent and insightful answers that instill confidence. Below are seven questions that should be asked with their ideal responses. 1) Can You Explain Your Keyword Research Process? Ideal Response: Extensive keyword … [Read more...] about 7 Questions To Ask A Prospective Pay Per Click Agency
