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How BigQuery ML unlocks better targeting, bidding, ROI in Google Ads

How BigQuery ML unlocks better targeting, bidding, ROI in Google Ads

Success in Google Ads hinges on how well you use your data. With AI-driven features like Smart Bidding, traditional PPC tactics like campaign structure and keyword selection don’t carry the same weight. However, Google Ads provides a goldmine of insights into performance, user behavior, and conversions.  The challenge? Turning that data into action. Enter Google’s […]

5 SEO content pitfalls that could be hurting your traffic

5 SEO content pitfalls that could be hurting your traffic

No SEO strategy is one-size-fits-all, but there are common practices we follow when helping websites recover from traffic losses or drive growth.  We see these patterns across projects, making them best practices within our agency.  While they may not apply to every situation, they consistently deliver results. Here are the SEO pitfalls to avoid if […]

Controlling Your Brand Position Online With SEO

Controlling Your Brand Position Online With SEO

As search engines become more AI-driven with Overviews and the rise of large language models (LLMs), organic search is still one of the most significant brand touchpoints. Whether through Google Search or AI-powered tools, a user’s first interaction with your brand often comes from these online results unless they’ve encountered your out-of-home (OOH) advertising, such […]

Google Ads run different auctions for each ad location

Google Ads run different auctions for each ad location

Google updated its documentation on how the Google Ads auction works to say, “We run different auctions for each ad location.” Previously, that document did not say that and the PPC community is wondering what changed and why Google did not announce this change more broadly. What changed. Google added these lines to the top of that […]

Social Care: The Path to Happier Customers and Increased Sales

Social Care: The Path to Happier Customers and Increased Sales

Wondering how to make your social media efforts more profitable? Looking for ways to improve customer retention and acquisition through social platforms?  In this article, you’ll discover how to implement a social care strategy that enhances customer experience and drives business growth. Why Social Care Matters for Marketers While algorithms shift and platforms rise and […]

Analysis Forecasts More Vulnerabilities In 2025

Analysis Forecasts More Vulnerabilities In 2025

A new analysis predicts that the number of reported vulnerabilities will reach record highs in 2025, continuing the trend of rising cybersecurity risks and increased vulnerability disclosures. Analysis By FIRST The analysis was published by the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST), a global organization that helps coordinate cybersecurity responses. It forecasts almost […]

Why SEO is your best defense against declining organic traffic

Why SEO is your best defense against declining organic traffic

When most businesses start an SEO program, their primary goal is growth – more organic traffic, higher rankings, and increased revenue.  But in today’s search landscape, maintaining your visibility is just as important. With the rise of AI-driven search, AI Overviews, and zero-click results, organic growth is harder to achieve.  Nearly 60% of Google searches […]

5 LinkedIn Ads mistakes that could be hurting your campaigns

5 LinkedIn Ads mistakes that could be hurting your campaigns

Many assume LinkedIn Ads is an easy-to-use platform: just set your budget, pick your audience, and let the leads roll in. But in reality, small mistakes can add up fast, costing your organization thousands with little to show for it. This article breaks down five of the most common LinkedIn Ads mistakes – from targeting […]

What you need to know about inclusion & exclusion

What you need to know about inclusion & exclusion

Today, we’re exploring Google Ads brand settings, specifically brand inclusion and brand exclusion for Search and Performance Max. We’ll cover: What is Brand Inclusion in Google Ads? When should you use Brand Inclusion for Search? What is Brand Exclusion in Google Ads? When should you use Brand Exclusion? How to create and manage brand lists […]