Inside Google Ads with Jyll Saskin Gales

It's time to address the skepticism and anxiety surrounding Smart Bidding in Google Ads. In Episode 42 of Inside Google Ads, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales tackles common objections and misconceptions around AI-powered bidding, emphasizing that while Smart Bidding may have short-term drawbacks, it ultimately delivers better results in terms of conversions, ROAS, or customer acquisition cost.

Key Smart Bidding topics discussed:

• Manual bidding vs. Smart Bidding for brand search campaigns
• Maximize Conversions bidding for new Google Ads campaigns
• Target impression share bid strategy: is it Smart?

Plus, be sure to stay tuned 'til the end of the episode to test your skills with a new Insider Challenge!

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Let's talk about how to pair different aspects of Google Ads for better results. In Episode 41 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales answers three of your burning questions about how different Google Ads features interact together.

We're talking about:

• Search & Performance Max: Power Pair?
• Search & Retargeting: Is RLSA still a valid Google Ads strategy?
• Impression Share & Budget: How to increase or decrease visibility

Tune in for your weekly dose of Google Ads strategy, tactics and tips from a Google Ads coach and ex-Googler. Plus, stay tuned until the end of the episode for a new Insider Challenge for you to solve!

Mentioned in this episode: Jyll's article about Keyword Prioritization
https://www.wordstream.com/blog/keyword-prioritization

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In this special Halloween episode of Inside Google Ads, we're diving into a real-life Google Ads account – with the client's permission, of course! Host Jyll Saskin Gales, a Google Ads Coach, gives you a spooky peek behind the curtain, where we uncover the secrets to optimizing a Shopping campaign. She'll share how she and her client took a struggling campaign and transformed it into a profitable machine, using a fun little system of "Heroes, Kitties, and Doggies" to categorize products.

This episode is packed with actionable strategies, including:

• Analyzing campaign performance: Learn how to identify red flags and areas for improvement in your campaigns.
• Optimizing for profitability: Discover how to increase your ROAS and decrease your CPA by focusing on the right metrics.
• The power of patience: See why sticking with your optimization strategy, even when things don't look promising at first, can pay off big time.
• Strategic categorization: Find out how segmenting your products (or keywords) can help you prioritize your budget and maximize your return on ad spend.

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Inside Google Ads is exclusively sponsored by Optmyzr, the ultimate platform for managing your paid ads. Optmyzr analyzed more than 22,000 ad accounts and 835,000 ads to find out what impacts performance the most. Get the inside scoop on PMax, Optiscore, Ad Strength and more at https://optmyzr.com/blog?ref=ywu3y2m?utm_source=insidegoogleads&utm_medium=sponsorship

Google Ads Coaching
Want to triple your ROAS, just like this business owner? While I can't guarantee similar results, I can guarantee I can help you get to the bottom of the Google Ads challenges you're facing. Let's play Sherock Holmes together on a 1-hour call. Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode40

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What can you do if your Google Ads campaigns don't have enough conversion volume to get Smart Bidding to work? Implement micro-conversions!

In Episode 39 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales discusses micro-conversions. She answers your burning questions, like:

• What are micro-conversions?
• Why do micro-conversions matter?
• How to use micro-conversions to improve Google Ads performance?
• Do you need to convince clients it's okay to use micro-conversions?
• When should you remove micro-conversions?
• What are Enhanced Conversions?
• Should you use Enhanced Conversion?

Tune in to learn everything you need to know about micro-conversions in Google Ads. Plus, be sure to stay tuned until the end of the episode for a new Insider Challenge!

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Inside Google Ads is exclusively sponsored by Optmyzr, the ultimate platform for managing your paid ads. Optmyzr analyzed more than 22,000 ad accounts and 835,000 ads to find out what impacts performance the most. Get the inside scoop on PMax, Optiscore, Ad Strength and more at https://optmyzr.com/blog?ref=ywu3y2m?utm_source=insidegoogleads&utm_medium=sponsorship

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Become a Google Ads Expert. Get instant access to more than 100 up-to-date tutorials, plus your exclusive invitation to a LIVE monthly meeting with Jyll. Learn more at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode39

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Have you ever felt like your Google Ads results are too good to be true, or too bad to be real? In this episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales tackles three common search struggles that she encounters with her coaching clients, and provides solutions to help you navigate your way through them.

She addresses your questions on topics such as hidden search terms, red flags with CTR and CPC metrics, and how to effectively turn your Quality Score into optimizations.

Tune in to learn how to optimize your search campaigns and avoid common pitfalls in Google Ads. Plus, stay tuned 'til the end of the episode for a new Insider Challenge to solve!

Key Topics discussed:

• Search term visibility and data availability in search term reports
• Why a high CTR or low CPC isn't necessarily a good thing
• How to understand and improve your Quality Score

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Inside Google Ads is exclusively sponsored by Optmyzr, the ultimate platform for managing your paid ads. Optmyzr analyzed more than 22,000 ad accounts and 835,000 ads to find out what impacts performance the most. Get the inside scoop on PMax, Optiscore, Ad Strength and more at https://optmyzr.com/blog?ref=ywu3y2m?utm_source=insidegoogleads&utm_medium=sponsorship

Google Ads Account Audit
Jyll's Google Ads account audits are so helpful in driving better results that Google reps are recommending her to their clients. Get your Search struggles fixed at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-account-audit?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode38

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Can lead gen businesses use Performance Max? Should they? In this episode of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales dives into the world of Performance Max for lead generation businesses. 

We'll discuss:

• Key requirements for Performance Max success in lead generation
• How to use value-based bidding to optimize for lead quality
• Tips on tracking and managing lead form submissions
• Strategies to improve your overall lead generation efforts with Google Ads

Be sure to stay tuned until the end of the episode for a new Insider Challenge!

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Inside Google Ads is exclusively sponsored by Optmyzr, the ultimate platform for managing your paid ads. Optmyzr analyzed more than 22,000 ad accounts and 835,000 ads to find out what impacts performance the most. Get the inside scoop on PMax, Optiscore, Ad Strength and more at https://optmyzr.com/blog?utm_source=insidegoogleads&utm_medium=sponsorship

Inside Google Ads course
Become a Google Ads Expert with Jyll. More than 100 in-platform tutorials, including everything you need to know to get started with Performance Max for lead generation. Learn more at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode37

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It's time to answer your burning questions about setting up a new Google Ads campaign! In this episode of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares her top tips and insights about setting up campaigns for the first time.

We discuss:

• Why you should always start a new Google Ads campaign "without guidance"
• The truth about Ad Strength and how it impacts (or doesn't impact) your campaign performance
• How to structure your Google Ads account if you own multiple businesses

Plus, there's a new Insider Challenge for you to solve!

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Inside Google Ads is exclusively sponsored by Optmyzr, the ultimate platform for managing your paid ads. Optmyzr analyzed more than 22,000 ad accounts and 835,000 ads to find out what impacts performance the most. Get the inside scoop on PMax, Optiscore, Ad Strength and more at https://optmyzr.com/blog?utm_source=insidegoogleads&utm_medium=sponsorship

Google Ads Coaching
If you're finding Google Ads overwhelming, you can book a 1-hour call with me. Whether your goal is to set up and plan a new campaign, understand why you're not getting any conversions and fix it, or run through your account together finding opportunities to save wasted ad spend, these are all things we can accomplish on a call together. Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode36

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Are Display ads in Google Ads really worth it? In this episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales explores the pros and cons of Display campaigns, sharing her personal bias against them upfront, and offering alternatives that might yield better results for your advertising budget.

She covers common complaints with Display campaigns and how to combat them, including spammy placements, fake leads and retargeting strategies. Tune in to discover if Display ads are truly worth your investment and learn how to optimize your ad strategy for success.

Topics discussed include:
- What are Display campaigns?
- The pros and cons of Display campaigns
- How to combat spam Display placements
- The benefits of Demand Gen and Video campaigns vs. Display
- How to deal with fake calls or leads from Display
- Your guide to retargeting strategies in Google Ads

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Inside Google Ads course
Become a Google Ads Expert with Jyll. More than 100 in-platform tutorials, including everything you need to know to get started with Demand Gen campaigns. Learn more at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode35

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Is it time to change your campaign's bid strategy? In Episode 34 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales, ex-Googler and Google Ads Expert, tackles the tricky question of when and how to change your bid strategy.

She'll guide you through the decision-making process, offering practical advice on transitioning from Maximize Clicks to Maximize Conversions, and from Maximize Conversions to Target CPA. She also addresses common issues like low conversions and unstable results, providing actionable solutions to optimize your campaigns.

Listen now to learn how to effectively communicate your goals to Google via your bid strategy, and achieve better results from your Google Ads campaigns.

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Inside Google Ads is exclusively sponsored by Optmyzr, the ultimate platform for managing your paid ads. Optmyzr analyzed more than 22,000 ad accounts and 835,000 ads to find out what impacts performance the most, and they're releasing their findings all month long. Sign up now for free to be the first to know the inside scoop on PMax, Optiscore, Ad Strength and more: https://hs.optmyzr.com/ppc-study-hall?utm_source=insidegoogleads&utm_medium=sponsorship

Google Ads Coaching
If you're finding Google Ads overwhelming, you can book a 1-hour call with me. Whether your goal is to set up and plan a new campaign, understand why you're not getting any conversions and fix it, or run through your account together finding opportunities to save wasted ad spend, these are all things we can accomplish on a call together. Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode34

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Today, September 12, 2024, as a bonus treat for my Inside Google Ads listeners, enjoy this full episode from the Today in Digital Marketing podcast by Tod Maffin.

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I'll be back with a new, full Inside Google Ads episode, as usual, on Thursday.