Is Your PPC Team Actually Working? Here's How to Tell.

Is Your PPC Team Actually Working? Here's How to Tell.

Most PPC accounts are not managed. They are billed. Here is how to prove which one you are paying for. Since roughly 2012, I have worked with and managed more than fifty PPC professionals and audited hundreds of paid-search strategies across client accounts, internal teams, and outside agencies. With very few exceptions, I saw the same thing. An account built once, set, and forgotten. The campaigns were stood up, the budget was assigned, and from that point on the only "strategy" anyone offered was to spend more money. That pattern held even where I had the most control. As a marketing directo...

How To Vet a PPC Expert

Identifying an advanced PPC expert in Google AdWords involves looking for specific skills, experiences, and achievements that go beyond basic campaign management. Here are some indicators to consider: Certifications and Training: Advanced experts often have certifications like Google Ads Certified Professional, showcasing their knowledge through exams and continuous training. Experience Across Diverse Campaigns: Look for professionals with a track record of managing various campaign types (search, display, video, etc.) for different industries and business sizes. Strategic Thinking: Advanced e...

Explain PPC To Me!

Hey there, kiddo! Let's dive into something super cool called PPC! Imagine you have a lemonade stand, and you want to tell everyone about your yummy lemonade. PPC is a bit like putting up a super colorful poster or shouting out loud to let everyone know about your stand! Okay, so what's PPC? Well, let's break it down. First, PPC stands for "Pay-Per-Click." It's a way of showing people things on the internet, like ads, and when someone clicks on those ads, the person who made the ad has to pay a little bit of money. It's kind of like when you drop a coin into a piggy bank, but the coin is for s...