Naming Conventions is by far my biggest pet peeve as a digital marketer. There is nothing worse than working with an existing structure that is confusing, disorganized, and underperforming because of it. Naming conventions is an important topic, especially in big accounts or if you are running cross-channel campaigns because it lays the foundation of how your reports and … [Read more...] about The Complete Guide To PPC Naming Conventions
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How To Merge PPC Data Across Platforms
“Data data everywhere, nor any report to view” Data comes in all shapes and sizes, from multiple platforms and in various formats. When it comes time to build a report or run an analysis, it oftentimes is very cumbersome to merge data sources. This post will describe common methods of PPC data aggregation. Combining Data In Google Sheets Perhaps the simplest method of … [Read more...] about How To Merge PPC Data Across Platforms
An Intro To Custom Reporting in Facebook Ads
Picture this: it’s the beginning of the month, you have a million different reports you need to compile for a million different accounts, and you’re short on time. Sound familiar? Okay so maybe you actually only need to pull a handful of reports. Well, today, I’ll walk you through the nifty feature that is Custom Reporting in Facebook Ads, and how you can use this tool to … [Read more...] about An Intro To Custom Reporting in Facebook Ads
Assessing Your PPC Data and Analytics Needs
In the world of PPC, data is king. You need it, you use it, and it guides every decision big or small. Yet, wrangling your data is like climbing a mountain. It often requires immense effort, specialized tools, and the grit to see it through. Lacking any of these is a recipe for disaster, but often it’s not until we’re halfway into our climb that decisions made during the … [Read more...] about Assessing Your PPC Data and Analytics Needs
Best APIs for SEOs and PPC Managers
As the use of programming languages continues to increase in digital marketing, APIs are powerful tools for technical insight and growth. Python and Javascript are two of the most popular and there has been a rise in their use in areas such as: SEOPPCContent marketingSocial media I will look at the best APIs that SEOs and PPC professionals can use to improve … [Read more...] about Best APIs for SEOs and PPC Managers
8 New Jobs on the PPC Hero Job Board
New jobs have been posted to PPC Hero's Job Board, including new positions open at Vagaro Inc, GoFish Digital, 2U & Hanapin Marketing! Here's a brief look at some of the positions available: Vagaro IncDublin, CARole: Paid Media (PPC) The Paid Media is a full-time role for a seasoned digital marketing professional who will work closely with the Director of … [Read more...] about 8 New Jobs on the PPC Hero Job Board
Sheets & Excel Tips for PPC Newbies
Excel and Google sheets are every PPC account manager’s best friend. As a newbie, getting familiar with these tools and knowing their applications for everyday PPC is super important. In order to help you along, I’ve outlined some helpful tips and how to apply them to your PPC account management. Essentially, I’m helping you *excel* at your job. You're welcome! Disclaimer: I … [Read more...] about Sheets & Excel Tips for PPC Newbies
Paid Search Audience Testing: Zero Cost Testing
In Paid Search, testing is crucial in our industry. We are always looking for new testing opportunities such as ad copy to improve user engagement and other tactics to bring down cost-per-click while also trying to achieve more leads or revenue. Sometimes clients can be hesitant to test because if a test loses they might feel like it was a waste of time or even resources. If … [Read more...] about Paid Search Audience Testing: Zero Cost Testing
Analyzing the Impact of Multi-Brand Shared Keywords
In recent years, account and client complexity have increased. As we sign big companies that advertise in multiple accounts for multiple brands, it’s important to keep a pulse on how these accounts are interacting with each other. The Situation Let’s pretend we have a Company X, which owns brands 1,2, and 3. Each of these brands advertises in their own accounts, on similar … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Impact of Multi-Brand Shared Keywords
How to Jump Start Your PPC Account for Next Year
As we are closing down the year, this is a great time to go through and audit your account to prepare for the next year. In the last few months, everyone is trying to achieve year-end goals, take advantage of seasonal traffic, and to plan out their paid search strategy for January. While pushing towards the end of the year finish line, sometimes the everyday maintenance takes … [Read more...] about How to Jump Start Your PPC Account for Next Year
It’s Not a Circus, it’s an Excel Extravaganza!
Are you ready for a week that's Excel everything??? This week, we’re celebrating the program that is the peanut butter to grape jelly, the cheese to macaroni, and the...ok, you get it :) Excel is an essential tool in any PPC marketer’s life and since we live and breathe PPC, we're doing a week focused on the tools and functions available in Excel that can make your life … [Read more...] about It’s Not a Circus, it’s an Excel Extravaganza!
How To Better Organize Your Shopping Campaigns: Brand vs Non-Brand Segmentation
When I first pondered the notion of branded and non-branded Shopping campaigns I was a little skeptical. I wouldn’t necessarily describe myself as a perfectionist, or even a control freak; however, I’ll take a thorough initiative where I’m in the driver’s seat 10 times out of 10. Shopping campaigns, in general, are somewhat out of our complete control, so adding another level … [Read more...] about How To Better Organize Your Shopping Campaigns: Brand vs Non-Brand Segmentation
