Whether you are new to paid media or reevaluating your efforts, it’s critical to review your performance and best practices for your overall PPC marketing program, accounts, and campaigns. Revisiting your paid media plan is an opportunity to ensure your strategy aligns with your current goals. Reviewing best practices for pay-per-click is also a great … Read more
Whether you are new to paid media or reevaluating your efforts, it’s critical to review your performance and best practices for your overall PPC marketing program, accounts, and campaigns. Revisiting your paid media plan is an opportunity to ensure your strategy aligns with your current goals. Reviewing best practices for pay-per-click is also a great … Read more
Whether you’re focusing on organic content strategy or deciding which Google or Microsoft keywords to bid on, keywords are a central part of digital marketing. Knowing which keywords to go after and which to hold off on can make or break the marketing budget. Here are a few considerations when choosing your keyword champion: How … Read more
This is an excerpt from SEJ’s PPC Trends 2024 ebook, our annual roundup of expert opinions on what you can expect over the course of the next 12 months. With all the potential challenges on the horizon for 2024, diversification – embracing new developments, user behaviors, and channels – is one way you can insulate … Read more
According to research from Microsoft, inclusive advertising helps brands build connections with Gen Z consumers, leading to more purchasing intent. 76% want to support brands with authentic messaging. 70% will trust a brand that depicts diversity in advertising campaigns more. 47% will trust a brand more if they feel represented in ads. Most importantly, inclusive … Read more
This post was sponsored by That PPC Guy. The opinions expressed in this article are the sponsor’s own. Google Ads campaigns not yielding the desired results? Want to turn things around, but don’t quite know where to start? Unsure of where your PPC campaign may have gone wrong? In This Guide: 1. How To Improve … Read more
This is an excerpt from SEJ’s PPC Trends 2024 ebook, our annual roundup of expert opinions on what you can expect over the course of the next 12 months. This year, new AI features rolled out on PPC platforms, and marketers began adopting generative AI in earnest. The dust is settling after the initial exuberance … Read more
This is an excerpt from SEJ’s PPC Trends 2024 ebook, our annual roundup of expert opinions on what you can expect over the course of the next 12 months. Inflation is hitting everywhere, even your ad auctions. This year, the contributors offer guidance on navigating these increasing costs. Some note that directly seeking lower cost-per-click … Read more
This post was sponsored by Redesign.co. The opinions expressed in this article are the sponsor’s own. Tired of overspending on PPC tools that provide more than you need? It’s time to get back to the basics. In This Guide 1. Become Proficient In Google Ads Offline Editor: Your Secret Weapon For Quick Edits 2. Master … Read more
In nearly 19 years in search marketing, I’ve seen search marketers get cranky about a lot of things. For a long time, the biggest pushback on something Google rolled out was the good old Enhanced Campaigns fiasco of 2013, when it essentially took away the ability to bid by device. (Google walked this back two … Read more
In the face of growing challenges with customer acquisition, it’s important to know where to focus your ad spend. Do you know how to optimize for lower customer acquisition costs and pipeline growth that keeps your sales team busy and your CFO happy? Watch this on-demand webinar and learn a unique methodology for growth that … Read more
Google now offers an easier way to set up reservation video campaigns on YouTube in Google Ads. To simplify reserved media buying, the self-service option in Google Ads includes several YouTube ad products, including YouTube Select Lineups, YouTube TV Lineups, and Cost-Per-Impression Masthead (subject to local availability). Screenshot from Google, December 2023 What Are Reservation … Read more
Microsoft Advertising aims to lead the transformation of video marketing through partnerships with Netflix and top streaming platforms. In 2023, the emergence of Connected TV (CTV) and over-the-top (OTT) platforms is redefining the advertising landscape. During a recent webcast, Microsoft highlighted the significance of its unique tech stack, which provides advertisers with the flexibility to … Read more
In the competitive world of advertising, connecting with enthusiastic audiences during sporting events presents a unique and lucrative opportunity for brands. With 31% of the US population engaging in digital live sports content monthly and similar trends in the UK, advertisers are looking to score big with fans year-round, not just during major events like … Read more
I often see comments to the effect of, “Google just wants you to launch your campaigns and let its systems do everything.” Let me just say as clearly as I can: no, that’s not what Google wants. As always, the marketer’s role is evolving, but that role is as important as ever. This also applies … Read more
Google will roll out new features and integrations for Google Analytics 4 (GA4) for first-party data, enhanced conversions, and durable ad performance metrics. Beginning in Q1 2024, Chrome will gradually phase out third-party cookies for a percentage of users, allowing for testing and transition. Third-party cookies, which have been central to cross-site tracking, are being … Read more
In its monthly recap of significant developments, Microsoft Advertising shared the latest news about its new partnership with Baidu Global, advertising opportunities, and Bing’s rebranding to Copilot. These advancements boost advertiser reach and efficiency, representing a notable expansion as the holiday season approaches. Microsoft And Baidu: A Strategic Alliance Microsoft Advertising advanced its commitment to … Read more
In case you were in any doubt, we are now living in the creator economy. Content creators, influencers, and community builders now wield more power than ever before and have the ability to earn revenue from their craft in many different ways. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Content creators – whether they’re bloggers, videographers, … Read more
