Apparently George Kepnick from Pay-Per-Click Blog.com hates ask.com and finds the traffic "worthless". George writes an interesting blog on his email to ask.com basically demanding a refund for the irrelevant traffic that blew through his budget in a matter of hours. He has the links to prove it! Need serious help writing ad copy? Forget the Google Adwords ad text ideas tool … [Read more...] about PPC News Roundup for September 6, 2007
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5 Ideas for A/B Testing Your PPC Ad Text
With the new algorithm changes from Google and Yahoo!, having a good quality score is an added challenge in the PPC world; and your ad text is a big part of having a great quality score. Here are five tips I have used personally that helped me gain control of my accounts through ad text testing. 1. Call to action: Speaking with Google and Yahoo! frequently, they suggest that … [Read more...] about 5 Ideas for A/B Testing Your PPC Ad Text
We’re Gonna Have Some Fundamentals!
All of us who work in pay-per-click (PPC) advertising look at accounts and stats day in and day out. After a while, we can easily start to lose focus and lose our grip on the basics. Today, I will discuss the most fundamental yet most important aspects of managing a well-planned and great-performing PPC campaign. Ad Testing The most powerful tip I can give to anyone running … [Read more...] about We’re Gonna Have Some Fundamentals!
Human vs. Machine in Paid Media: What To Automate and What To Keep Manual in 2026
Paid media has always rewarded teams that can make smart decisions quickly. Over the last few years, that race sped up. Machines took over big chunks of the work: But are the brands winning right now? They pair that speed with a strong point of view, smart guardrails, and creativity that actually makes people feel something. So the question for 2026 isn't "Should … [Read more...] about Human vs. Machine in Paid Media: What To Automate and What To Keep Manual in 2026
ChatGPT Ads Are Coming: What PPC Marketers Need to Know Before Everyone Else
Introduction: Why ChatGPT Ads Matter Now For years, paid media has followed attention. First search. Then social. Now something new is happening. More users are ending their journey inside AI-generated answers rather than clicking through traditional search results. When someone asks ChatGPT for recommendations, comparisons, or advice, the answer itself often becomes the … [Read more...] about ChatGPT Ads Are Coming: What PPC Marketers Need to Know Before Everyone Else
15 PPC Tools Every Marketer Should Be Using in 2026
Pay-per-click (PPC) advertising has evolved dramatically over the past few years. With artificial intelligence reshaping how we create campaigns, analyze data, and optimize performance, the PPC tools you choose can make or break your marketing efforts. The right PPC tools don't just save time—they unlock insights that manual analysis would miss, automate repetitive tasks … [Read more...] about 15 PPC Tools Every Marketer Should Be Using in 2026
The psychology of advertising: Turning human behavior into measurable conversions
Advertising is not just a matter of metrics and media spend; it is fundamentally an exercise in understanding human behavior. In this article, I will outline a practical framework for integrating psychological principles into advertising, based on a methodology I developed known as The Ad-diction Method. This approach enables marketers to increase conversions and lower … [Read more...] about The psychology of advertising: Turning human behavior into measurable conversions
7 key trends set to shape your ecommerce PPC strategy in 2026
Those days of easy PPC campaigns are long gone. Time was all it took was a budget, a few keywords, and the clicks would follow. Today’s ecommerce market is a high-speed battlefield where algorithms, automation, and consumer expectations evolve almost overnight. As 2026 approaches, a new era of paid advertising is emerging, redefining how brands attract and convert … [Read more...] about 7 key trends set to shape your ecommerce PPC strategy in 2026
From targeting to trust: How privacy-first PPC turns GA4 into a customer compass
The ground under digital marketing is shifting. Third-party cookies are dying, and browsers are locking down tracking. People are actually reading those consent prompts now. If you run paid media, this isn't just a minor headache, as you need to rethink everything. Privacy-first PPC is how we keep campaigns working without being creepy. And Google Analytics 4 (GA4)? It's … [Read more...] about From targeting to trust: How privacy-first PPC turns GA4 into a customer compass
Breaking Free from Misleading Ad Results: Using First-Party Data for Smarter Measurement
As marketers, we’re all familiar with the sinking feeling when a client asks, “So… how do we know this is working?” You’re not alone — according to recent research, 39% of marketing decision-makers struggle to measure the impact of each marketing channel. Personally, I think that number is conservative. Measurement has always been difficult, but in the last few years, it’s … [Read more...] about Breaking Free from Misleading Ad Results: Using First-Party Data for Smarter Measurement
Rethinking Paid Search: Diversification as the Future of Fair Advertising
From Google reliance to Microsoft Ads innovation, advertisers must embrace multi-platform strategies. Advertising, at its core, is about connecting people with valuable products and services. It’s the act of calling attention to something to attract interest, engagement, and sales. In practice, however, the industry has evolved into a highly complex auction where billions of … [Read more...] about Rethinking Paid Search: Diversification as the Future of Fair Advertising
Brand Ads Done Right: The Power of Smart Copywriting
Most businesses running Google Ads focus on targeting new customers through non-branded keywords. But there's a crucial piece many overlook: brand campaigns, the ads that show up when someone searches specifically for your business or products. These aren't just afterthoughts. Branded ads are powerful tools for building trust, shaping how people see your business, and guiding … [Read more...] about Brand Ads Done Right: The Power of Smart Copywriting
