Over the years, we've conducted hundreds of search engine optimization audits. And in the process, we've found that the vast majority of websites have several problems preventing them from ranking well in search engines. So, I thought it would be helpful to provide a list of several of the factors we review when auditing client [...]
Whether you maintain an e-commerce website or an informational blog, failing to provide well-structured, useful content can lead to high bounce rates or lost sales opportunities. A confused user doesn't buy, so if people aren't quickly presented with information that helps them find what they're looking for, then they're likely to move on. If you [...]
''People only see what they are prepared to see." Ralph Waldo Emerson was not talking about Google Ads when he penned that quote, but it fits perfectly with the topic of this article. When managing Google Ads campaigns, you will miss critical information unless you are prepared to see it. Not Everything Is As It [...]
Interested in getting campaign performance forecasts so you can better plan your Google Ads marketing goals and budgets? In this video, Kelly breaks down a powerful free tool available to all Google Ads advertisers: Performance Planner. Learn how to create performance plans, understand campaign eligibility, meet specific requirements, and maximize campaign efficiency so you can [...]
When I started playing football back in 1989, I distinctly remember how proud I felt when the coach gave me my first trinket on my helmet. It was a star because I contributed to one of our wins that year. I also remember my older brother who had dozens of trinkets on his helmet (similar [...]
“Guaranteed First Page Ranking!” If you’re looking for a digital marketing agency to handle your SEO, you’ve probably come upon a few that make this claim. You might have even seen the question, “Can you guarantee first page rankings?” in a list of questions to ask prospective SEO consultants. When buying a refrigerator, a guarantee [...]
Squarespace is everywhere lately, and its promo codes are equally ubiquitous. Why shell out money for a WordPress theme, hosting, and design when you can use that sweet Squarespace discount and get everything you need to launch your site for under $20 a month? Well, we’re about to rain on your cheap website parade—Squarespace is [...]
In this video, Kyle speaks about critical role that mobile optimization plays in Google's ranking algorithm. Mobile friendliness, and even user interaction with your mobile site, are all factors that help Google determine where your site should rank in mobile search results. If you would like to get a comprehensive list of other simple but [...]
Deciding to advertise with Google Ads can be a daunting step for any small-to-medium-sized business. Frankly, Google doesn’t do a good job of spelling out what types of businesses would benefit from search ads. Nor are they particularly forthright about what to expect with different-sized budgets. The whole Google Ads platform is designed with advertising [...]
This video breaks down how to effectively determine your ad spend using Facebook's own estimator tool in Ads Manager. We discuss how you can input various campaign details to get estimates on reach, clicks, and even leads or sales. If you would like to get a comprehensive list of other simple but necessary Facebook ads [...]
