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Google Ads to show ads in the top ads position, also in the bottom ads position

Google Ads to show ads in the top ads position, also in the bottom ads position

Google will now allow relevant Search ads from advertisers who showed amongst top ads to also participate in the bottom ads auction. As a reminder, the definition of top ads changed about a year ago, as Google began mixing ads in various organic positions throughout the search results. With this change, Google also reminded us […]

Google AI Overviews are hurting click-through rates

Google AI Overviews are hurting click-through rates

Two new studies agree: Google’s AI Overviews steal clicks from organic search results. While Google told us that AI Overviews citations result in higher-quality clicks, the introduction of AI Overviews correlates with a measurable decline in organic visibility and clicks, particularly for top-ranking, non-branded keywords. That’s according to two new data studies from SEO tool […]

How to build a predictable lead gen system with digital ads

How to build a predictable lead gen system with digital ads

Let’s face it, lead generation can be a real pain.  One month you’re drowning in prospects. The next you’re wondering if your website’s broken because nobody’s filling out your contact form.  I’ve been there, and let me tell you – there’s a better way. Relying on unpredictable methods can stifle growth and leave your sales […]

What you need to know

What you need to know

Remember when meta keywords were all the rage?  Fast forward to 2025, and while search engines have evolved dramatically, meta tags remain crucial building blocks of your SEO foundation, just not the ones you might remember. You’re juggling countless priorities, so it’s tempting to view meta tags as “set it and forget it” HTML snippets. […]

What’s The Best Strategy For Your Business?

What’s The Best Strategy For Your Business?

Both SEO and PPC are essential components of digital marketing, yet they operate in entirely different ways. One delivers instant visibility and quick results, while the other builds long-term authority and organic traffic. But, when budgets are tight, and results need to be justified to the board, which channel deserves more attention? The answer isn’t […]

What you need to know

What you need to know

Advertising on Amazon is getting more complex, with an ever-growing list of targeting options.  At the core of it all? Match types.  Understanding how they work is essential to making your ad spend count. Unlike other ecommerce platforms, Amazon ads directly impact your organic ranking – so campaigns aren’t just about sales; they’re about momentum.  […]

LLMs That Code: Why Marketers Should Care

LLMs That Code: Why Marketers Should Care

Large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Claude are best known for their writing abilities, drafting ad copy, summarizing reports, and helping brainstorm blog content. However, most marketers still know little about one of their most powerful features: They can write actual code. First, it talked. Then, it wrote. Now, it builds. We’re not just […]

How To Install The Google Tag For Conversion Tracking

How To Install The Google Tag For Conversion Tracking

Tracking conversions in Google Ads isn’t optional if you care about making the most of your ad budget. Without it, you’re flying blind, guessing what’s working and what’s wasting money. The good news? Setting up the Google Tag for conversion tracking is easier than it used to be, giving advertisers multiple installation options to fit […]

U.S. search ad revenues surged to $102.9 billion in 2024

U.S. search ad revenues surged to 2.9 billion in 2024

Fueled by “impressive YoY growth,” paid search advertising revenues hit a new high in 2024, according to a new report. In total, search accounted for $102.9 billion of a record $258.6 billion in U.S. digital advertising revenues, according to the IAB Internet Advertising Revenue Report: Full Year 2024, conducted by PwC. That is a $14.1 […]

Rethinking what Google Ads success looks like

Rethinking what Google Ads success looks like

Return on ad spend (ROAS) has been the default metric for evaluating Google Ads performance for years.  It’s easy to calculate, works well with automated bidding, and provides a quick snapshot of efficiency.  However, as ad costs rise and tracking becomes less reliable, relying solely on ROAS is no longer enough, especially for businesses focused […]