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AI agents sound exciting in theory. In practice, the useful question is much simpler: can they actually help you manage PPC work better without creating more problems than they solve?That’s what Fred wanted to unpack with Benjamin Wenner in this episode of PPC Town Hall.Benjamin has been working in marketing for about 15 years, and over the past few years he’s spent a lot of time testing agent-based PPC workflows for real accounts. What we appreciated about this conversation is that he doesn’t pretend the work is easy or fully automated.Benjamin and Fred talk about where AI can genuinely help PPC teams today, and where things get messy once you move beyond simple tasks like writing ad copy.A few things they get into:* Why direct access to Google Ads and analytics data matters so much* Why simply giving an AI more data can actually make it less reliable* Why Benjamin recommends starting with read-only access before letting an agent make changes* What data structure and context have to do with whether an agent works well* Why building agentic PPC systems is often more of a data problem than an AI problem* What Benjamin’s own setup looks like today* Why he thinks most marketers only need a small number of core functions, not hundreds of automations* Where human judgment still mattersOne of the things Fred kept coming back to in this conversation is that the goal shouldn’t be to remove the PPC manager from the process.The better goal is to give a good practitioner more reach, more context, and more time to focus on the decisions that still need a human.If you’re already experimenting with AI in PPC and wondering what the next practical step looks like, we think you’ll get a lot from this one.Follow Benjamin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminnadirwenner/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

What do you optimize for when the lead you get today might not become a customer for another two years?That’s the problem David Newson deals with in wealth management, where long sales cycles make many of the usual PPC signals much less useful.In this episode of PPC Town Hall, David and Fred talk about what happens when Google Ads gets plenty of conversions, but they’re not necessarily the right conversions. David shares what happened when his team tried Performance Max and saw lead volume increase while lead quality dropped sharply.From there, they get into a bigger question: how do you give Google useful feedback when the real business outcome happens months or even years later?They talk about:- Why early signals can matter more than waiting for the final sale- How David thinks about PPC for a 24-month sales cycle- The problems that come up when CRM data, compliance, and advertising platforms don’t work neatly together- Why more leads can sometimes make campaign performance worse- How to think about measurement when marketing data will never be perfectly clean- Why David believes there’s a finite set of keywords that really matter in wealth management- Why he encourages firms to give away more of their knowledge- What he’s seeing from AI-driven discovery, including one client getting 65% of its year-to-date leads from LLMsDavid works in an industry where a lot of the easy PPC answers stop working. You can’t simply wait for a closed deal and assume the ad platform will figure everything out from there. Sometimes the better question is: what can we learn much earlier in the customer journey that tells us whether we’re heading toward the right outcome?Hope you enjoy the conversation.Follow David here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/newson/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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Can AI agents really manage Google Ads accounts? We think they can help a lot, but we should be careful about how much authority we give them.In this episode of PPC Town Hall, Fred sat down with Nils Rooijmans to talk about AI agents, Google Ads scripts, and what account management may look like over the next few years.Nils described agents as “interns with terrifying confidence,” and that phrase captures the problem well. An agent can produce a polished explanation and still miss an important detail about the client, the account structure, or the business strategy behind a decision.They talked about why scripts still matter, even as agents become more capable. Scripts are often better for predictable work such as filtering large datasets, checking thresholds, and narrowing thousands of search terms down to the few that need deeper analysis. The AI can then spend its time on the harder judgment calls.They also covered:- How Nils built an AI-assisted negative keyword workflow- Why confidence scores can help determine when human review is needed- Why Google’s AI does not know everything about your client’s business- How token costs and data privacy affect real agent deployments- Why narrowly scoped agents are safer than one agent asked to manage everything- How better client conversations produce better instructions for AI- Which skills PPC professionals will still need as more execution becomes automatedWe do not think the future is humans versus AI. The more useful model is humans setting the strategy, scripts doing reliable processing, and agents helping with the work that benefits from context and reasoning.This conversation is for advertisers and PPC professionals who are interested in AI but do not want to hand over an account just because a confident-looking demo appeared on LinkedIn.Nils Rooijmans runs a PPC agency. He's also a Google Ads Scripts pioneer, and now deep into AI agents. Check out: https://nilsrooijmans.com/Follow Nils: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilsrooijmansFollow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Anthony Higman, founder of Adsquire, to explore how AI and automation are changing Google Ads—especially in high-cost, high-risk verticals like legal PPC.Anthony shares insights from managing campaigns for personal injury law firms and explains why automation can behave differently in practice than expected. The discussion highlights where AI-driven campaigns like Performance Max and AI Max can struggle, particularly when precision and control are critical.They cover:- Why AI can sometimes produce mismatched leads in PPC- The balance between automation and control- Challenges in sensitive industries like legal and finance- The role of first-party data in modern campaign strategies- How conversational search is changing how ads are triggeredThe episode also touches on how platforms are evolving quickly, and what advertisers should keep in mind as they test and adopt new AI-driven features.If you’re navigating AI in Google Ads and want a practical, experience-based perspective, this episode offers useful takeaways.Follow Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-higman-a3656a46/Follow Anthony on X (Twitter): https://x.com/AnthonyHigmanFollow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Fred sat down with Lars Maat to talk about what it actually looks like to run an agency that’s fully leaning into AI.They get into how Lars introduced AI across his team, what worked (and what didn’t), and how they got people to actually start using it in their day-to-day work.You’ll also hear real examples of what they’ve built — from SEO systems and internal tools to automations that replaced parts of their tech stack — all without relying on a big dev team.They also talk through the less obvious side of this shift: team resistance, setting guardrails, and why not everyone in your company needs to be an “AI person.”If you’re trying to figure out how to bring AI into your team in a practical way, this is a good one to watch.Follow Lars: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annstanley/Check out Maatwerk Online: https://www.maatwerkonline.nl/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Ann Stanley, digital marketing expert and founder of Anika Digital, to explore how marketers can move beyond one-off prompts and start building AI workflows that produce reliable and consistent results.They break down why AI outputs often feel unpredictable, and how to fix that using better structure, context, and systems like RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation). Ann explains how tools like n8n, Claude, and custom AI agents can help teams turn repetitive marketing tasks into scalable workflows—without sacrificing quality or control.The conversation also covers when AI is actually worth automating, how agencies are using AI to standardize outputs across teams, and why human input is still essential for guiding, validating, and improving results.If you’re using AI in marketing but struggling with inconsistent outputs or one-off results, this episode will help you build workflows that are more reliable, repeatable, and practical for real-world use.Follow Ann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annstanley/Check out Anicca Digital: https://anicca.co.uk/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Menachem Ani, founder of JXT Group and Google Ads strategist, to break down when advertisers should use Performance Max vs Shopping, why lead quality matters more than lead volume, and how to guide automated bidding without giving up strategic control. Frederick and Menachem also explore practical frameworks for structuring ecommerce campaigns, using phrase match strategically, and deciding when to layer in automation like AI Max or smart bidding.Menachem shares real agency lessons on offline conversion tracking, optimizing for qualified leads instead of cheap leads, and why many advertisers misinterpret PMax performance. The conversation also covers the future of AI in Google Ads, the risks of moving too fast with automation, and what modern agencies must do to deliver real business outcomes—not just better dashboard metrics.► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

In this episode, Fred sat down with Bia Camargo to talk about something we don’t discuss enough: most Google Ads accounts aren’t ready for AI.PMax isn’t magic. Smart bidding isn’t broken. But the problem is usually messy conversion tracking, over-complicated structure, or unclear intent signals.In this episode, Bia walks through her framework for making Google Ads accounts AI-ready:– Cleaning up conversion actions so the algorithm gets clear signals– Simplifying structure instead of over-segmenting– Using intent to guide PMax instead of trying to control it– Treating Merchant Center and feed health like ongoing plumbingIf you’re running ecommerce campaigns and wondering why automation isn’t performing the way it should, this will help.► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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We asked 8 experienced PPC practitioners to share their predictions based on what 2025 taught them — and where paid media is really headed next.In this video, you’ll hear honest, experience-backed perspectives on:- How PPC is evolving beyond keywords and rigid structures- What top-performing advertisers will do more (and less) of in 2026- Where AI genuinely improves PPC outcomes — and where it’s overhyped- Why “best practices” are no longer enough- How automation, data quality, creative, and business context now shape resultsThey’re grounded in real accounts, real budgets, and real constraints.Featuring insights from:Navah Hopkins, AJ Wilcox, Jyll Saskin Gales, Kasim Aslam, Kirk Williams, Amy Hebdon, Aaron Levy—with framing and takeaways from Optmyzr CEO and co-founder, Frederick Vallaeys.

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Julie Bacchini, PPC consultant, founder of Neptune Moon, and host of PPC Chat, to unpack how AI is really being used in PPC—and where it starts to break down.They explore where AI and automation genuinely help marketers save time, where Google Ads automation struggles (especially for lead generation), and why data volume, verification, and context matter more than ever. Frederick and Julie also discuss real risks of using AI in PPC, including incorrect data, accountability, and who owns the outcome when AI-generated insights are wrong.Julie shares practical guidance on using AI cautiously: how to validate AI outputs, why documentation is essential, when to trust automation, and how PPC professionals can use AI as an assistant—without losing control or getting burned.Follow Julie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neptunemoonFollow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Mike Rhodes, Google Ads expert, to explore how marketers can use AI and vibe coding the right way.They discuss how AI becomes truly powerful when grounded in real account context, why asking better questions matters more than the tools you use, and how marketers can build practical AI-powered tools without becoming developers.Work with Mike: https://ads2ai.com/Follow Mike here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikerhodesideas/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Nils Rooijmans, Google Ads scripts developer and automation expert, to introduce PPC marketers to vibe coding—a new way to build tools and workflows using AI without traditional programming.

They break down what vibe coding actually is (and what it isn’t), when it makes sense for PPC use cases, and where marketers should absolutely avoid using it. Frederick and Nils also explore real-world examples like generating Google Ads campaign assets from a landing page, rapid prototyping internal PPC tools, and deciding when scripts, APIs, or full apps are the right solution.

Nils shares how marketers can use vibe coding tools like Google AI Studio, Lovable, and V0 to move faster, while keeping humans in the loop, managing risk, and knowing when to hand things off to developers.

Work with Nils: https://nilsrooijmans.com/

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Host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Jyll Saskin Gales, Google Ads educator, coach, and author of Inside Google Ads, to unpack how automation has changed the craft of PPC.They cover why “guiding, not controlling” is the new marketer’s mantra, how to optimize Performance Max campaigns without illusions of control, and why bidding may now matter more than targeting.Jyll also shares real-world stories from clients, her process for scaling expertise with AI tools like Gemini and NotebookLM, and a fresh perspective on AI Max—Google’s latest automation layer.Work with Jyll: https://jyll.ca/Follow Jyll here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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In this episode of PPC Town Hall, host Frederick Vallaeys (CEO & Co-founder of Optmyzr) sits down with Amy Hebdon, founder of Paid Search Magic and one of the most influential PPC experts in the industry.Amy brings 20+ years of hands-on experience in paid search and shares her perspective on how Google Ads and PPC have evolved—especially in the age of automation and generative AI. Together, Fred and Amy dive into critical topics like:- The evolution of “magic” in PPC—from manual optimizations to AI-driven automation.- How Google’s reduced transparency (e.g., limited search term visibility) impacts advertisers.- Balancing control vs. automation: when to trust AI, and when to push back.- How to use AI tools like GPT for persona research, ad copywriting, and client communication.- Crafting ads that qualify the right clicks—and intentionally discourage the wrong ones.- Demand Gen campaigns, influencers, and founder-led marketing as part of modern PPC.- The future of ads in an AI-first search experience (AI overviews, Perplexity, Claude, etc.).- Why authenticity and human connection matter more than ever in advertising.If you’re an advertiser, agency, or marketer trying to navigate the shift to AI-driven PPC, this episode will help you balance innovation with control.Check out Paid Search Magic: https://paidsearchmagic.podia.com/Follow Amy here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyhebdonFollow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Aaron Levy, long-time PPC leader and now Optmyzr Evangelist, to talk about the future of paid search, AI, and agency life.Aaron has spent nearly 20 years in paid search, from helping DuPont launch its early marketing programs to running a 115-person team at Tinuiti. He shares lessons from his career, including why “best practices” can kill originality, how to train new PPC talent in an AI-driven world, and how agencies can balance clients, vendors, and innovation.Key discussion points:- Aaron's journey from PPC intern to industry leader- How to train junior PPCs to think beyond button-pushing- AI Max, PMax, and how search behavior is evolving- Turning client meetings into structured “prompts”- Why agencies must invest in data infrastructure over flashy tools- The risks of lazy “best practices” vs. the value of creativity- Leadership lessons from managing 100+ PPC professionalsFollow Aaron here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theaaronlevy/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Kirk Williams (Founder of ZATO Marketing) joins Frederick Vallaeys to explore how digital marketing agencies can not only survive but thrive in the new AI-powered world of advertising.As AI changes everything from campaign management to creative production, Kirk shares what it takes for agencies to stay relevant, profitable, and valuable to clients.What You’ll Learn:- Why AI isn’t the death of agencies and how it can become their superpower- How to rethink your agency’s pricing and service models- The importance of strategy, consulting, and creative in the AI era- How small-budget clients can be profitable (thanks to automation)- Real examples of using AI for ad copy, feed optimization, and more- The future of PMax campaigns, data visibility, and performance insightsFollow Kirk here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ppckirk/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/Check out ZATO marketing: https://zatomarketing.com/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Is the era of the search engine over? Are we now living in the age of the Answer Engine?In this episode, Frederick Vallaeys sat down with Kasim Aslam, a trailblazer who went from running the #1 ranked Google Ads agency to becoming a pioneer in the new field of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO).Kasim reveals why he sold his 8-figure agency at the "exact right time," warning that the old PPC agency model is a "hot potato" doomed to fail in the new AI-driven landscape. He argues that AI tools like Performance Max are making button-pushing obsolete and that the key to survival is to "own the prompt" by providing strategic leadership.Kasim also unpacks groundbreaking research from his new venture, AEO.co, including:- The "BRAIN" Framework: A new methodology for getting your brand mentioned by AI like ChatGPT and Gemini.- Google's Secret Strategy: Discover why Gemini's results have almost ZERO overlap with traditional Google Search and what it means for the future.- The Most Valuable Website for AI: The surprising platform that accounts for 20% of Google AI's citations (Hint: It's not what you think!).- The Death of the Keyword: Why clicks are becoming fewer, more expensive, and dramatically more valuable.Follow Kasim here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasimaslam/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/Check out AEO.co: https://aeo.co/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Key Takeaways from the Episode

🔍 Search Is Evolving Fast

Google Ads is adapting to a post-keyword world where prompts, AI conversations, and multimodal inputs dominate.

AI Overviews and AI Mode represent major shifts in how queries are interpreted.

🤖 AI Max for Search

AI Max is a toggle within Search campaigns that activates features like text asset generation, final URL expansion, and query expansion.

Compatible with campaign experiments and includes controls like geo targeting and brand inclusions.

📊 Campaign Consolidation & Measurement

Encouragement to consolidate campaigns around shared business goals to improve data volume for bidding.

Conversion actions should be strategically labeled as primary or secondary for better machine learning optimization.

📈 Smart Bidding Exploration

New setting under tROAS that expands bid flexibility without increasing bids universally.

Helps target more long-tail and lower-volume queries within your current reach.

📺 PMax, Demand Gen, and the Power Pack

PMax is not replacing other formats like standard Shopping or Display.

New reporting features like channel-level insights and Sankey visualizations are rolling out.

🛍️ Creative Tools & Merchant Center

AI-generated image and video assets now scale within Merchant Center.

A/B testing for product images and bulk asset generation are now available.

👥 Lead Gen & SMB Support

Emphasis on agentic workflows and conversational interfaces for campaign setup.

Improved support for lead gen with tools like Data Manager and easier API integrations.

🎯 Influencer Partnerships

New Creator Partnership Hub allows advertisers to find and collaborate with YouTube creators, merging paid and organic reach.

📉 Measurement Revolution

Incrementality testing via Bayesian models now requires only $5K and 7 days to run.

Data Manager API consolidates multiple data integrations into a single endpoint.

In this episode, Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Google Ads Product Liaison, Ginny Marvin, to unpack all the announcements at Google Marketing Live 2025 and more.Follow Ginny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnymarvin/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Are LinkedIn Ads worth it in 2025? In this conversation, Frederick Vallaeys chats with AJ Wilcox, the world's top LinkedIn Ads expert and a top PPC influencer, about why LinkedIn is becoming the most powerful platform for B2B marketers.They dive into:- Why Google Ads alone won’t cut it anymore- AJ’s 3-stage funnel strategy that boosted conversion rates 5X- How to effectively use video and thought leader ads on LinkedIn- The real cost of LinkedIn ads (and how to pay less!)- How AI is (and isn’t) transforming agencies- The secret to building influence and engagement on LinkedInFollow AJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilcoxajFollow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Get the inside scoop on Google Ads directly from Ginny Marvin, the Google Ads Product Liaison.In this exclusive interview hosted by Navah Hopkins, Ginny shares what’s changing in the world of paid search — from Performance Max updates and ad rank mechanics to landing page experience, creative optimization, and the future of AI ads.🔍 Topics we cover:- The truth about ad rank and CPCs- New landing page quality rules (and how they affect scores)- Why most marketers misuse Performance Max- What to expect from AI ads and visual search- Google's evolving stance on keyword targeting- Must-do audits for better campaign performanceFollow Ginny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnymarvin/Follow Navah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navahhopkins► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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The 2025 trade war is here, and advertisers are feeling the heat. In this special PPC Town Hall, Frederick Vallaeys speaks with economics-savvy marketer Sam Tomlinson to explain how the escalating U.S.-China tariff war is shaking up the ad world. Follow Sam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalsamiam/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall00:00 Intro 01:02 📰 What's the latest with tariffs?03:41📦 What do these tariffs mean for advertisers and ecommerce?06:01🌎 What global supply chain changes can we expect?08:51 🧠 Monitoring and value chain understanding12:01 💸 Cutting costs and finding margin-saving opportunities14:51 📈 Messaging in a shifting market17:31 🌳 Creative value vs discounts20:31🛍️ Shift in consumer psychology24:01 🧮 Marketing math & supply chain logistics27:01 🧰 What marketers can control30:01 💬 Closing thoughts

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The 2025 trade war is here, and advertisers are feeling the heat. In this special PPC Town Hall, Navah Hopkins speaks with Duane Brown (Take Some Risk) and Casey Gill (Web Savvy) about the ripple effects of tariffs on Google Ads, Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon.From shrinking margins to campaign testing strategies and cross-border messaging, this episode is packed with tactical advice you can apply right now. Whether you're managing a $10K or $100K ad budget, these insights will help you survive and thrive during uncertain times.Follow Casey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseywebbgill/Follow Duane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanebrown/Follow Navah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navahhopkins► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall00:00 – Introduction and Overview02:25 – Global PPC realities: agency check-in06:45 – Spend shifts across channels08:05 – Client expectations vs economic reality12:40 – Conversations with clients about changing margins and shifting strategies17:35 – Tools marketers should focus on right now24:25 – Advice to U.S. marketers doing international business34:20 – AI's influence on how marketing dollars are spent or how innovation happens post-tariffs37:55 – “go-do” recommendations for marketers right now43:35 – Final advice and closing

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Is your PPC reporting holding you back? In this episode of PPC Town Hall, we uncover how bad attribution models, GA4 issues, and ignored conversion lag can lead to misleading data and lost profit. Learn how to upgrade your reports to power smarter decisions and better ad performance.Follow Scott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottd71/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeysCheck out Wicked Reports: https://www.wickedreports.com/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode of PPC Town Hall, host Frederick Vallaeys sits down with Josh Baines from Adthena to discuss the seismic shifts happening in the PPC industry. From AI-powered automation to the changing role of manual bidding, this episode dives deep into how advertisers can stay in control while leveraging automation.We also explore first-party data, SERP evolution, and how Performance Max campaigns impact ad visibility. Should you still invest in SEO if you dominate PPC? Can you reduce PPC spend if your organic rankings are strong?Josh shares expert insights on: ✅ The real role of first-party data in PPC ✅ How to use competitive intelligence to outsmart rivals ✅ Why automated bidding isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution ✅ How the shift from keywords to AI-driven search changes PPC strategy ✅ When manual bidding still makes sense (and when it doesn’t)Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-baines-16608bb1/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeysCheck out Adthena: https://www.adthena.com/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode I sit down with Jacques van der Wilt, the founder of DataFeedWatch, to discuss the massive transformation AI is bringing to product data feeds and ecommerce advertising.🔍 Key Topics Covered:✅ How AI is reshaping data feed optimization✅ The evolution of Google Shopping, Perplexity AI, and emerging platforms✅ Why automated feeds matter for ecommerce success✅ The future of search engines and AI-driven shopping experiences✅ How brands can future-proof their feed strategies with AIJacques shares insider insights from his years in the industry, including how DataFeedWatch evolved from a manual feed management tool to an AI-powered optimization engine. He also explains why brands that fail to adapt to AI-driven ecommerce risk falling behind.Follow Jacques: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanderwilt/Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeysCheck out DataFeedWatch: https://www.datafeedwatch.com/► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this must-watch episode, PPC experts Andrew Lolk and Julie Bacchini Friedman talk about what PPC advertisers should STOP doing, START doing, and DOUBLE DOWN on in 2025.🔍 Topics Covered:✅ The biggest PPC mistakes to avoid in 2025✅ Why SKAGs and last-click attribution are outdated✅ Smart bidding strategies that actually work✅ How Performance Max (PMAX) should be used correctly✅ The future of Google Ads, Meta Ads, and search marketing✅ Why you should double down on competitive research & better ad copy✅ How AI is changing PPC and what you need to knowFollow Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlolkFollow Julie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neptunemoonFollow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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🔑 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Google's Machine Learning Needs Data: At least 30 conversions per campaign per 30 days for effective smart bidding. If you're not hitting this number, soft conversions (engaged visitors, add-to-cart actions, etc.) can help train the algorithm. 2️⃣ Keywords Are Less Predictable Than Before: Google is moving towards broad match + audience signals instead of relying purely on exact keywords. Signals like user intent, browsing history, and in-market audiences matter more than ever. 3️⃣ Low Search Volume Keywords Are Harder to Target: Google often flags them as "too low volume" and won’t serve ads. Advertisers must adapt by using broader terms combined with smart audience targeting. 4️⃣ Account Structure Matters More Than Ever: Fewer well-structured campaigns outperform many fragmented ones. If possible, consolidate data into a few high-performing campaigns instead of splitting everything into separate campaigns. 5️⃣ For Small Advertisers – Prioritize Soft Conversions: If you're struggling with low conversion volume, track and optimize for higher-funnel interactions like time on-site, page engagement, or content downloads. 6️⃣ Automation Can Be a Friend – If Used Wisely: Google’s automation works best when fed with the right data. Use scripts, rules, and bid adjustments to maintain control over automations.Follow Shawn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-walker-35774328/Check out Symphonic Digital: https://www.symphonicdigital.com/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode, Frederick Vallaeys spoke to Greg Finn and Christine "Shep" Zernheld, hosts of Marketing O'Clock, one of the top digital marketing news shows. Together, we discuss the latest trends in PPC, Google's evolving strategies, and the role of generative AI in reshaping the digital advertising landscape. 🚀 Key Topics Covered: - Google’s record-breaking Q4 2024 revenue and its impact on advertisers - Generative AI: Hype vs. reality in PPC automation - The future of Google Ads: From manual controls to PMax and beyond - Diversifying your skills in an AI-driven world - Strategies for safeguarding your career in digital marketing Follow Greg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregfinn/ Follow Shep: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zirnheldchristine/ Follow Fred: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ Check out Marketing O'Clock: https://marketingoclock.com/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Generative AI is transforming PPC, but is it all good? In this episode, Sophie Fell, Director of Paid Media at Two Trees PPC, talks about the seismic shifts AI is causing in paid search. A generative AI skeptic herself, Sophie dives deep into her mixed feelings about tools like ChatGPT, discusses the loss of manual controls, and shares insights into how agencies can prepare for an automated future. Follow Sophie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiefellppc/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ 📌 Here’s what you’ll learn: - The Generative AI Debate: Why Sophie Fell is skeptical about fully trusting tools like ChatGPT for PPC management and how it impacts forecasting, campaign automation, and decision-making. - Balancing Tradition and Innovation: How PPC professionals can embrace AI-powered tools while retaining fundamental skills like manual CPC bidding, keyword research, and campaign structure design. - The Evolution of SEO and PPC: Insights into how automation and AI are reshaping SEO and PPC collaboration, and what it means for advertisers in the era of less manual control. - Practical AI Use Cases in Agencies: Real-life examples of how agencies are leveraging generative AI for efficiency, including forecasting and audience targeting, and the challenges they face in adopting these technologies. - Future-Proofing PPC Careers: What PPC professionals and agencies need to do to stay relevant in a world increasingly driven by automation, including mastering data-driven strategies and adapting to rapid technological advancements. ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Tetsuo Konno, Search & Performance Lead at Google shares how Gemini and predictive AI are changing the way marketers approach Google Ads campaigns. He also teaches how to set up your data properly for Google Ads and why that matters more than ever. 📌 Here’s what you’ll learn: - How to use predictive and generative AI in Google Ads - Why feed optimization is key to better performance - Practical examples of AI in action, like ad copy and data insights - The future of PPC roles and skills Follow Tetsuo on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tetsuo-konno-50872324/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Amy McLain-Ponder, Group Director of Paid Search at Beeby Clark+Meyler (BCM) shares 10 powerful automations her team uses to tackle the unique challenges of managing small Google Ads accounts. From saving time on repetitive tasks to maximizing limited budgets, Amy shares how her team stays in control of campaigns in a world dominated by AI and automation. 🚀 What You'll Learn: - How to use anomaly alerts to quickly identify and fix performance issues before they hurt your account. - The secret to precise budget pacing that keeps your campaigns on track and within budget. - Why automation layering is a game-changer for scaling small PPC accounts efficiently. - Real-world tactics for managing YouTube placements and ensuring brand safety. - How AI-powered reports uncover trends and simplify client communication. Amy also dives into her team’s best practices for: ✅ Automatically pausing underperforming keywords to avoid wasted spend. ✅ Negating irrelevant search queries that drain your budget. ✅ Leveraging dynamic search ads (DSA) to discover new opportunities. Chapters: Intro 0:00 About Amy 0:45 Biggest concerns for small accounts 2:50 Anomaly alerts 3:58 Budget alerts 7:36 KPI alerts 15:50 Reporting 18:54 Have a codified set of rules 25:17 Pausing non-converting keywords 30:35 Negate low-performing search queries 32:55 DSA automations 35:27 Search terms with high CTR 37:10 Search terms with declining performance 38:28 Excluding irrelevant YouTube placements 40:42 Best practices 44:35 Connect with Amy 45:30 Follow Amy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amytponder/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ Visit BCM here: https://www.beebyclarkmeyler.com/ ► Past Automation Layering Masterclass sessions: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ToXh-Os7WZgYL3M-ynJIrHnUv_POCB5 ► Get emails about future PPC Town Halls https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall ► Explore Optmyzr and start a 14-day free trial https://www.optmyzr.com/

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Learn how Katlyn Edwards from Advanced Auto Parts reveals how they're using generative AI for PPC and SEO. She shared the tools, tactics, and strategies that are helping her team stay ahead in a competitive market. This episode is packed with insights on using AI for scale, building customer-centric campaigns, and preparing for the future of search marketing. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: - How to integrate AI into PPC workflows for scale - Preparing for Google's AI updates for SEO - The role of human oversight in AI-powered content - Future trends shaping paid search and digital marketing

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Get your Q4 holiday campaigns ready with Microsoft’s top tips. Join Joe Dries from Microsoft as he dives into key shopping strategies, including early preparation, AI-driven targeting, and leveraging first-party data to connect with holiday shoppers. Discover how to optimize your ad spend and reach high-value audiences for a successful holiday season. Takeaways: - Early Preparation is Key: Consumer shopping habits are shifting earlier, with many starting to shop as soon as September. Brands should have strategies and campaigns ready well before peak shopping days. - Leverage AI for Better Targeting: Microsoft's generative AI capabilities help advertisers refine audience targeting, focusing on users who demonstrate real interest, which improves ad relevance and click-through rates. - Prioritize Profitability: For e-commerce campaigns, advertisers should consider profit-driven metrics like bid-to-profitability rather than solely focusing on ROAS, helping to maximize returns on high-margin items. - Use First-Party Data: Leveraging first-party data, such as customer lists and purchase behaviors, allows advertisers to create targeted, high-value audience segments and extend reach effectively across Microsoft's platform. - Optimize with Microsoft’s Identity Graph: By tapping into Microsoft's unique identity graph, advertisers can reach an unduplicated, high-intent audience across platforms like the Microsoft Audience Network and Connected TV. Follow Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joedries/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode, Frederick Vallaeys chats with Tom O'Malley, Founder and CEO of Ascend AI. Takeaways from the episode: Product-Led Growth: Tom shared the importance of transitioning from a high-touch sales model to a product-led growth strategy. His platform used potential customers to sell to themselves, driving a flywheel effect for customer acquisition. Account-Based Marketing with AI: Tom explained how his team used AI to identify potential panelists for panels and leveraged this same technology to target and convert high-value accounts, making account-based marketing more scalable. Generative AI in SaaS: Tom discussed the application of GenAI in automating time-intensive tasks, such as campaign writing and panel moderation. He sees AI as essential to future SaaS success, moving beyond a simple feature to a core part of the business model. Personalized Marketing via AI: Tom highlighted the growing need for personalized experiences in B2B marketing, where AI can analyze motivations and drive more meaningful connections between businesses and customers. Networking in the AI Era: Tom introduced the concept of an AI advocate that helps people scale their networks intelligently, identifying and reconnecting with valuable contacts based on evolving motivations and goals. While acknowledging the excitement around AI, Tom also advised caution about the flash bubble of AI-driven startups and emphasized the need for sustainable, long-term AI integration into business models. Check out Ascend: https://myascend.ai/ Follow Tom on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomomalley/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode, Frederick Vallaeys talks to Gill Gildner, co-founder of Discosloth, a marketing agency. Gil presents a refreshing and contrarian approach to modern marketing. This approach resonates with marketers who want to differentiate themselves in an increasingly uniform digital landscape. Drawing on his experience as the co-founder of Discosloth, Gil challenges traditional digital marketing tactics by emphasizing long-term brand building over short-term gains. Find out more in his new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Unorthodoxy-contrarian-marketers-philosophy-surviving/dp/1733794867 Follow Gil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilgildner/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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In this episode, Frederick Vallaeys sat down with Sharon Park, founder of Sage Digi, to discuss her journey from Google to starting her own digital agency. They talked about the transformation of Google Ads PPC, the impact of generative AI on marketing, and the future of Google in a rapidly evolving PPC landscape. Sharon also shared insights on how agencies can stay competitive, creative, and profitable while leveraging technology like connected TV, YouTube, and AI. Key Takeaways: - The Future of Agencies: Sharon shares her experience transitioning from consulting to running her own agency. She emphasizes the importance of building a senior team to challenge assumptions and drive real business outcomes. - Generative AI in Marketing: Generative AI is changing the game by enabling more personalized customer engagement and efficient campaign management. While it's still early, its potential to revolutionize digital advertising is significant. - Connected TV and Video Ads: Short-form video ads (5-15 seconds) on connected TV and YouTube are becoming the norm, offering high reach at low costs. - The Importance of Measurement: Even though measurement has advanced, there are still many gaps, particularly in connecting offline and upper-funnel activities to digital results. Companies must be cautious not to rely solely on PPC metrics like ROAS without considering overall profitability. - Career Longevity in PPC: New marketers must continuously adapt to change, learning to integrate tools, data, and technology to stay competitive in the evolving landscape of PPC. The Future of Google: Sharon and Fred discuss the challenges Google may face in the future, especially with the rise of AI-driven search and the potential for the company to lose dominance. Check out Sage Digi: https://sagedigi.com/ Follow Sharon on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/presidentsharon/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode of PPC Town Hall, the discussion centered around Google's recent decision to no longer deprecate third-party cookies in Google Chrome, despite previous announcements suggesting otherwise. Ben Vigneron from Blackbird PPC discussed what this means for advertisers and the broader digital marketing landscape. Key Takeaways: Google's Decision and Its Implications: - Google has decided to delay the deprecation of third-party cookies in Chrome, which was initially driven by privacy concerns and regulatory pressures (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). - This delay means that advertisers will continue to use third-party cookies for a while longer, but it doesn't change the industry's overall direction toward increased privacy and first-party data reliance. Consumer Privacy and Choice: - Despite the delay, Chrome will introduce a choice screen, similar to Apple's, allowing users to opt out of tracking, which could lead to a significant reduction in available data for advertisers. Shift to First-Party Data: - Advertisers should focus on leveraging first-party data by integrating it back into ad platforms (e.g., Google Offline Conversion Tracking). - UTM-based tracking remains relevant and should be utilized to measure performance across different platforms. Advanced Measurement Techniques: - Media Mix Modeling (MMM): A powerful method that correlates historical spend across channels with backend data (e.g., sales or subscriptions) to determine the true impact of various marketing initiatives. - GeoLift Testing: Useful for isolating the impact of specific campaigns in certain geographic areas by comparing them to control groups. - Both techniques help address the limitations of third-party cookies and provide a more holistic view of marketing performance. Analytics Tools: - Google Analytics (GA) remains useful but has limitations, especially with channels that don't drive website sessions (e.g., LinkedIn lead forms, YouTube views). - MMM can fill gaps left by traditional analytics by providing a broader picture of channel performance. Future of Digital Marketing: - As the industry moves towards more privacy-focused practices, advertisers must adapt by becoming more technical, particularly in data science and first-party data integration. - Tools like R, Python, and open-source libraries (e.g., Meta's Robin, Google's Meridian) can help marketers implement advanced measurement techniques without needing to be data scientists. Survival in the Age of AI: - With the rise of Generative AI (GenAI), digital marketers should focus on leveraging these tools to augment their skills rather than replace them. - Learning to integrate and use these tools effectively will be key to staying relevant in the industry. Follow Ben on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminvigneron/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode of PPC Town Hall, I sat down with Andrew Lolk and Jyll Saskin Gales to discuss Google Ads' latest updates to query matching and brand controls and what it means for keywords, match types, and advertisers. Follow Jyll on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales/ Follow Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlolk/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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In this episode, our Co-founder & CEO, Frederick Vallaeys sat down with Cory Lindholm to dive deep into the world of PPC data analysis. Cory kicked things off by covering the essentials. Then, he walked through the process of performing an analysis to uncover valuable insights about seasonality, how your accounts are performing, and even correlations between different metrics. He also discussed the importance of having a solid foundation in statistics and data when it comes to making informed PPC decisions. There’s so much value packed in this episode. And we hope you find it useful. Watch this episode to learn: - The fundamentals of PPC metrics - How to measure the impact of seasonality and other PPC factors - How to integrate your PPC data with your business data - The common data analysis mistakes to avoid - The best tools for data analysis Your speaker: Cory Lindholm, Ads By Cory Follow Cory on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corylindholm/ Work with Cory: https://adsbycory.com/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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Matthieu Tran-Van is an independent Google Ads specialist who provides search engine advertising services to clients with a lifetime managed ad spend of $350 million. In this session, he shares 7 automations that helped boost his clients' results and saved him from burnout. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:59 - Guest Introduction: Matthieu 4:20 - Shopping campaign automations 23:44 - DSA campaign automations 29:48 - Seasonality-based automations 36:26 - Automated bidding automations 43:39 - Keyword automations 48:48 - Performance Max automations 52:45 - RSA automations 57:00 - Reporting 1:01:33 - Connect with Matthieu Follow Matthieu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthieutv/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys Visit Matthieu's website here: https://www.matthieu-tranvan.fr/ ► Get emails about future Automation Layering Masterclass sessions https://hs.optmyzr.com/en-us/automation-layering-masterclass ► Get emails about future PPC Town Halls https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall ► Check out Search Marketing Academy, our new podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ToXh-Os7WbtFgNiF3IIS3wY-8jyJBk6 ► Explore Optmyzr and start a 14-day free trial https://www.optmyzr.com

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I spoke to Larry Kim - Founder & CEO at Customers.ai in this episode. Larry talked about how privacy regulations are changing and what that means for marketers. He also talked about how his company, Customers.ai is helping businesses with better remarketing using sales outreach automation. Watch this episode to learn: - How privacy regulations can impact your advertising - How marketing is changing in the post-cookie era - How to spot winners & losers by conducting regular experiments Your speaker: Larry Kim, Founder & CEO at Customers.ai Follow Larry on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g6gsFRnZ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://lnkd.in/gYWUhk2x ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://lnkd.in/gAT5STbh

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Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) is a big change from how searches usually work. For decades we’ve been used to seeing 10 blue links for our searches—and clicking on them took us to web pages. With SGE, the process changes. We’re seeing answers to our queries directly in the search results, removing the need to click on links. And we’re also seeing changes in ad placements, which significantly impact our organic search and paid search performance. In this episode, I spoke to Ashley Fletcher - CMO at Adthena, a paid search intelligence platform. Ashley talked about how SGE can impact search performance and how advertisers can adapt to those changes. He also touched on the implications of privacy regulations on Google Ads and more. Watch this episode to learn: - How SGE is changing paid and organic search performance - How privacy regulations can impact your Google Ads - How generative AI helps scale the execution of marketing strategy Your speaker: Ashley Fletcher, CMO at Adthena Check out Adthena: https://www.adthena.com/ Follow Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyfletcher/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7188199893818118144/comments/ Most businesses use PPC, SEO, and paid social to grow their revenues. But here’s where it goes wrong: while they have a common goal, they work in silos—which is ineffective from a business perspective. But when working together, they can share each other’s learnings and insights that can influence their business revenues down the line. In this episode, I spoke to Danny Gavin who runs Optidge, an agency that helps businesses grow using PPC, SEO, paid social, and more. Danny talked about how those multiple departments can collaborate and share insights to drive more effective results. Watch this episode to learn: - How to bring in those teams to work together - What insights can each team share with each other - How does working with first-party data fit into the dynamics between these teams - What are some struggles they can face when sharing data between platforms and more Your speaker: - Danny Gavin, Founder & CEO - Optidge Want to work with Danny? Check out his agency here: https://optidge.com/ Follow Danny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannygavin/ Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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If you’re into B2B advertising, you just cannot ignore LinkedIn Ads. But for most of us, LinkedIn looks like an expensive and complicated platform to find leads. And to be honest, LinkedIn Ads are difficult to scale efficiently. In this episode, I spoke to AJ Wilcox, in my opinion, the world’s best LinkedIn Ads expert. AJ is really a master at his craft. Watch this episode for some great tips and strategies to get the most out of your B2B LinkedIn ad campaigns. You will learn: - What pitfalls to avoid while running LinkedIn ads - Which post types serve you better - How to run LinkedIn Ads alongside Google/Microsoft Ads - How to run better retargeting ads and more Your speaker: - AJ Wilcox, Founder & CEO - B2Linked Check our B2linked.com, AJ's agency to maximize your return by minimizing waste from LinkedIn ads. Follow AJ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilcoxaj/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/

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In this episode, I spoke to some of the partners responsible for PPC Survey 2024: Wijnand Meijer, Ed Leake, and Mike Ryan. The PPC Survey was filled out by more than a thousand advertisers from agencies and in-house teams to freelancers. And in this, they answered a lot of questions ranging from where they’re going to spend more money or less money, which platforms they trust and not trust, and how they’re thinking about generative AI and automation. The survey is packed with unique benchmarks and trends to help you understand what's working and what's not in PPC. Tune in to learn: - Goals, priorities, and challenges of PPC pros in 2024 and beyond - Expectations for 2024 ad budgets, per platform and campaign type - Satisfaction with AI adoption - Satisfaction levels of platforms and tools - Challenges with Google Ads Performance Max and more Your speakers: - Wijnand Meijer, co-founder & CEO at TrueClicks - Ed Leake, Founder at God Tier Ads & AdEvolver - Mike Ryan, Head of Ecommerce Insights at Smarter Ecommerce Note: This is a live premiere of a pre-recorded episode Follow Wijnand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wijnandmeijer/ Follow Ed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edleake/ Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeryanretail/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://www.optmyzr.com/ppctownhall/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://tools.optmyzr.com/info/signup?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=townhall

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I spoke with Sam Tomlinson, the Executive Vice President at Warschawski, a marketing agency in this episode of PPC Town Hall. Sam is one of the deepest thinkers in PPC. Every time I speak to him, he opens my mind to things I hadn’t thought of before. And this episode was one of those conversations. In this episode, Sam shared some really interesting data analysis: using an actual customer export from Shopify – loading it up to GPT-4, asking it to conduct an RFM analysis of the data, visualizing the outputs, and then exporting the customer segments. He spoke about how this took his agency only a fraction of the time to accomplish that which would take a data scientist hours. Sam also shared some thought-provoking, contrarian views on AI and how we should do PPC in general. Tune in to learn: - Why it’s time to rethink paid search - How to use ChatGPT code interpreter for campaign analysis - When should you do influencer marketing and more Your speaker: Sam Tomlinson, Executive Vice President at Warschawski Sign up for Sam's newsletter here: https://samtomlinson.me/newsletter/ Follow Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalsamiam/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://rb.gy/s5w4ay ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://rb.gy/k4ujye

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2024 has brought in a new era for marketing: thriving in a privacy-focused environment without sacrificing success.

While that’s on one side, there are continuing developments in ad automation and generative AI on the other side.

Considering both of them, here’s a question: has PPC become tougher or easier?

That’s an interesting discussion. But it’s clear that how we do PPC has surely changed. What worked before hasn’t been working today.

Hear from Mike Ryan, Head of Ecommerce Insights at Smarter Ecommerce in this episode of PPC Town Hall where he touches on all of those topics.

Mike shared some really amazing insights into what he has seen work and not work in the past few years in Performance Max, generative AI, and first-party data. He also discussed a powerful script he built that creates a timeline of Performance Max brand traffic.

We have a lot in store for you in this episode.

Tune in to learn:

- How are EU advertisers preparing for a privacy-driven future

- What happens when Performance Max and Shopping campaigns run in parallel

- How to capitalize on first-party data

- How generative AI has impacted PPC in the last few years

and more

Your speaker:

Mike Ryan, Head of Ecommerce Insights at Smarter Ecommerce

Check out Mike's PMax script: https://smarter-ecommerce.com/en/google-ads-scripts/search-term-insights/ Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeryanretail/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://rb.gy/s5w4ay ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://rb.gy/k4ujye

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A bad landing page is one of the biggest reasons for poorly performing Google Ads. Not only will Google be less likely to show your ads, but you’ll probably miss out on valuable conversions too. It also negatively affects your Quality Score, which means you end up paying more for each click. In this episode of PPC Town Hall, you’ll hear from Talia Wolf, Founder of GetUplift to learn how to improve your post-ad-click experience. Talia is one of the best landing page optimization experts in the industry. And in this episode, she dives deep into the trenches, revealing the most costly mistakes marketers make while creating a landing page and how to create one that actually converts. Tune into this episode to learn: - Why dry facts hold your conversions back - How to add emotion to your copy - What common mistakes you should avoid - If you should create a longer or a shorter landing page - How to use generative AI for landing pages and more Your speaker: Talia Wolf, Founder of GetUplift Check out GetUplift.co: https://getuplift.co/ Follow Talia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taliagw/ Follow Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederickvallaeys ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://rb.gy/s5w4ay ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://rb.gy/k4ujye

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Just like how your car needs a regular tune-up, your PPC accounts need regular checkups or audits.

And neglecting them can hit you with some costly mistakes.

In this episode of PPC Town Hall, you’ll hear from Melissa Mackey, Director of Paid Search at Compound Growth Marketing.

Melissa brings over a decade of experience in paid search. And in this episode, she dives deep into the trenches, revealing the most costly mistakes she's encountered during audits and how to steer clear of these pitfalls.

Tune into this episode to learn:

- How to properly audit your PPC accounts

- How often you should conduct these audits

- What mistakes to avoid while conducting audits

- What default settings you should avoid when working on your accounts

- How to protect your accounts from glitches

and more

Your speaker:

Melissa Mackey, Director of Paid Search at Compound Growth Marketing

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2024 is the year when the cookie finally crumbles. Google says by the end of the year, it expects to fully remove third-party cookies for all of its Chrome users. Of course, the real advertisers know that the solution to all this is to invest in your own first-party data. And that’s what I discussed with Ronan Carrein in this episode of PPC Town Hall. Ronan is a former Googler who worked in the product strategy, sales operations, and data solutions teams. Right now, he’s the COO at Better & Stronger, a digital marketing agency based in Lyon, France. Tune into this episode to learn: - Why most marketers misunderstand first-party data - Why actively collecting first-party data is great for your business - How to improve your ad performance using first-party data - How to maintain data hygiene and - What's the future of data privacy regulation in the U.S. Our speaker: - Ronan Carrein - COO at Better & Stronger Check out Better & Stronger: https://www.better-stronger.com/ Follow Ronan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronancarrein/ ► Get actionable PPC tips, strategies, and tactics from industry experts twice a month: https://rb.gy/s5w4ay ► Make your PPC management less complex with Optmyzr's tools. Start a 14-day free trial today: https://rb.gy/k4ujye