Bing has decided to bring another analysis tool to the table this month. PPC Heroes love anything that makes the path between us and extreme optimization as short as possible. The most recent features applies to Search Query Reports We know that SQRs are great resources for finding keyword expansion leads (not to mention hilarious and bizarre queries!). You may find that … [Read more...] about Bing Helps You Improve How You Match Your SQRs
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Harvest Keywords & Scale Up with Broad Modified Campaigns and Exact Match Negatives
So if you haven’t already implemented broad match modifier terms into your existing PPC strategy I hope this article will provide some insight and inspiration for taking the plunge. I was recently tasked with reviewing the PPC campaigns in my new role at Ties.com and was both sad and happy with what I found. I was sad to find that there was 1 campaign with 2 ad groups and a … [Read more...] about Harvest Keywords & Scale Up with Broad Modified Campaigns and Exact Match Negatives
Elite SEM Extreme Segmentation through Proprietary Bid & Campaign Management Tool
Developing a great account structure is the key to getting off on the right foot in the PPC game. The first layer of a PPC account is the campaign level. Google suggests mimicking the structure (or “sitemap”) of your site into an AdWords campaign which I highly agree with as this will be the foundation for your reporting as well. However, I believe in something called EXTREME … [Read more...] about Elite SEM Extreme Segmentation through Proprietary Bid & Campaign Management Tool
Build Lower Maintenance PPC Campaigns With These 4 Tips
Working at an agency, you quickly realize how important it is to prioritize. Finding the balance between client communication, routine account optimizations, and strategy development is crucial to an Account Manager’s success. By spending a little more time in the beginning on new campaign builds, you can save time in the long run. Segment Ad Groups By Match Type In my … [Read more...] about Build Lower Maintenance PPC Campaigns With These 4 Tips
Maximizing ROI with Smart Bidding: A Guide for PPC Marketers
If you’re looking for ways of maximizing ROI with smart bidding, you’re in the right place. Working with PPC professionals and agencies, I am all too familiar with the constant struggle of making ad campaigns profitable, especially with a shrinking ad budget. Over 50% of marketers report that making PPC profitable is a significant challenge, while nearly 70% also struggle to … [Read more...] about Maximizing ROI with Smart Bidding: A Guide for PPC Marketers
Video Retargeting: Converting Warm Leads in Your PPC Funnel
Someone checked out your product video, browsed your pricing page or stayed on your site longer than most people do. All good signs, but… Then they left. What now? That gap between interest and commitment is where your warm leads hang around. Unless you go after them with something that catches their interest, they might just never come back again. At this point, they … [Read more...] about Video Retargeting: Converting Warm Leads in Your PPC Funnel
Remarketing Strategies with Automated Nurturing Sequences in Google Ads
Remarketing can be a winner for your ad strategy, but too many businesses use outdated tactics. Most remarketing campaigns rely on basic audience segmentation and generic messaging. That might have worked a few years back, but it doesn’t cut it today. It’s time to modernize your remarketing campaigns and try something different. Automated nurturing sequences are a more … [Read more...] about Remarketing Strategies with Automated Nurturing Sequences in Google Ads
Why is the PPC industry divided over Performance Max?
Performance Max (aka PMax) is a Google Ads campaign type that was officially launched for all advertisers in November 2021. A few months later, in 2022, existing Smart Shopping and Local campaigns were auto upgraded to PMax. The launch of PMax marked a major shift in the world of PPC advertising. Until that point, advertisers had to choose between various … [Read more...] about Why is the PPC industry divided over Performance Max?
The Ultimate Guide to Audiences in Google Ads
Audiences are at the core of successful Google Ads campaigns. They allow you to go beyond targeting keywords and focus on who you're advertising to. By using audiences, you can show relevant ads to people who are most likely to convert by clicking, engaging, or making a purchase. This guide will walk you through what audiences are, the different types available, and how to use … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Audiences in Google Ads
How Automation will Reshape the Role of the PPC Manager in 2025
The role of the PPC manager in 2025 will be markedly different from when I first stepped into it back in 2006. At that time, nearly everything was manual. Conversion tracking, as we know it today, was almost non-existent. While some rudimentary forms of tracking were available in-app, they lacked the integration and precision modern systems offer. Automation, which now drives … [Read more...] about How Automation will Reshape the Role of the PPC Manager in 2025
Google Ads or Microsoft Ads?: Which Platform Wins for Your Advertising Goals?
When it comes to digital advertising, the opportunities are endless with Google Ads and Microsoft Ads. Both platforms offer exciting possibilities for reaching targeted audiences and driving conversions. Whether your goal is for broad exposure or niche targeting, each platform offers distinct advantages that can significantly boost your marketing efforts. Google Ads at a … [Read more...] about Google Ads or Microsoft Ads?: Which Platform Wins for Your Advertising Goals?
What I learned managing a $100M+ Paid Ads Budget at eBay
$150 million dollars can buy you a lot of things in this world. Maybe you fancy yourself a mansion in Bel Air. Maybe you prefer a private island in Thailand right next to the famous Phuket beach. Somebody, somewhere decided our team at eBay should spend that kind of money on Paid Search traffic, specifically on Product Listing Ads (PLA). While I might have preferred that … [Read more...] about What I learned managing a $100M+ Paid Ads Budget at eBay
