Inside AdWords recently posted a helpful list of reasons why your ads may not be showing up on Google. All of the tips they give are quite good. I wrote on this topic previously and discussed how Google protects you from impression fraud (whether you realize it or not). However, there is one bit of information presented in Inside AdWords' post that is very helpful (for me, at … [Read more...] about Google’s Ad Preview Page is Your Friend
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Google’s Search Query Performance
Last week Google unveiled yet another exciting reporting function for AdWords: Search Query Performance. This report provides the actual search queries that triggered ads (and received clicks) on the Google network. Advertisers can break the information down with the usual metrics like clicks, impressions, CTR, etc. But what makes this report really special is that it … [Read more...] about Google’s Search Query Performance
Are Your PPC Ads Disappearing in Google?
An interesting question/issue has been posted over at WebmasterWorld: On the 16th of May, I noticed that most of the websites that were in the first page rankings in Google USA, had been dropped to second and third page positions. Websites that have replaced them are mostly irrelevant listings from large corporate companies and over-bidded newbies. Is this a glitch in the … [Read more...] about Are Your PPC Ads Disappearing in Google?
Peeling Back The Layers of Google’s Pay-Per-Action Beta Test
This past week I finally jumped on the Pay-Per-Action (PPA) bandwagon and started a campaign for one of my clients. Despite having read through the official documentation and a very helpful step-by-step guide to setting up campaigns, once I actually delved into the process I quickly realized that I had completely missed the point. Initially, I saw this beta test as just … [Read more...] about Peeling Back The Layers of Google’s Pay-Per-Action Beta Test
Are Your Google Keywords Actually Active?
I entered some new keywords into my Adwords account and I checked them the next day and found I had received no impressions yet. I scrolled over to the magnifying glass icon (the ad diagnostic tool) next to the actual keyword, and the pop up read: "The keyword phrase you've entered has a low search volume and isn't showing any of your ads. If more users start searching for your … [Read more...] about Are Your Google Keywords Actually Active?
Google Apps Invitation Distributed to AdWords Users
I’m a huge fan of Google and their new Apps software package. It’s truly fascinating to me to watch them take the idea of a web-application to new heights. This week, in an effort to continue growing in this new market space, Google began distributing emails to AdWords advertisers. The email boasts the new programs (email, calendar, spreadsheet, etc) and offers … [Read more...] about Google Apps Invitation Distributed to AdWords Users
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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
How to win attention with Instagram Reels
Instagram Reels went from "cool new feature" to the heartbeat of the app in just a few years. Shortform video is now how people explore, learn, and decide what to try next. While Google still runs the show for high-intent search, attention is drifting. Young users often start with social media when they want to discover where to eat, what to buy, or how to solve a quick … [Read more...] about How to win attention with Instagram Reels
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
