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Tag: paid search

The Magic of Segmentation with Amy Hebdon

In today’s episode, Amy is talking to herself for a change! Segmentation is something she gets super excited about, so this episode won’t be lacking. She’s talking about what segmentation is, how to get really good at it, and how not to get lost in it.

 

Highlights & Takeaways:

  • Segmentation is what allows you to understand the “why” behind what you’re seeing in your baseline metrics
  • Segmentation can seem like an overwhelming concept, but it’s really just about putting your data into groups where there is something measurable or actionable
  • There are countless ways to segment your data, which will allow you to monitor behaviors, performance, and other variants
  • Segmentation is what allows you to truly understand your accounts and accumulate actionable data, which you can use to optimize, tweak, and grow your paid search accounts
  • If you’re still utterly confused after listening to this episode, don’t hesitate to contact Amy for some 1:1 PPC coaching.
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Aggressive AdWords Ads & The New World of Conquesting

 

In today’s Mini episode, Amy & James are talking about the current landscape of businesses using aggressive AdWords tactics, using competitor’s names, and finding creative solutions for targeting other brands.

What does conquesting look like today, and how has it changed over the years?

What belongs on your landing page when you’re trying to compare your brand to another?

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Variance Testing & Conversion Rate Optimization with Emily Emmer

Today, Amy is challenging Emily Emmer to break down some preconceived notions around conversion rate optimization. Emily is talking about achieving organizational goals, understanding and using your data, and much more.

 

Highlights & Takeaways:

  • Conversion rate optimization often goes hand-in-hand with analytics
  • The job of a conversion rate optimization strategist is simply to make a website work really well for the end users
  • In order to act on the data you collect, you must be able to understand and interpret the analytics
  • It’s crucial to understand the mindset of the visitor plus the organizational objectives and goals, and align those into a conversion strategy that can be tested
  • Move users forward with micro conversions and get them saying yes
  • Sending more traffic is not the solution if your users are unprepared or under-prepared to make a conversion when they arrive; increased numbers won’t solve your conversion issue

 

 

Show Notes:

Amy: Today we’ve got Emily Emmer on the show.

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Podcast 2.0 – How NOT To Launch A Marketing Podcast

 

In this podcast, James is interviewing Amy about the history of their podcast. They’re talking about their successes, failures, what’s to come, and why you should keep listening.

Paid Search Magic 2.0 has officially been launched!

 

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PPC, CRO & Mobile – with Bryant Garvin

Today, we’re talking with Bryant Garvin about all things CRO. With over a decade worth of experience, he’s got a ton of insight to share.

Highlights & Takeaways

  • True CRO is about optimizing the user experience and user interface throughout the entire process.
  • Sending qualified traffic isn’t enough. If the users aren’t converting, it seems like the marketing isn’t working.
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