WebMarketCentral

JANUARY 24, 2008

This post focuses on interesting observations and helpful advice pertaining specifically to Google AdWords, the largest SEM platform. Google Campaign Optimizer No Substitute for Experience by StraightUpSearch A prescient blog post on the importance of trusting experience and established best practices in SEM over Google's optimization tool.

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WebMarketCentral

DECEMBER 21, 2009

In this example (with only identifying information removed), notice that this particular site is showing up on page two of Google for a number of key terms. For the fee-based versions, pricing ranges from about $200 per year for the light (organic search data only) to $500 for the Pro (includes AdWords information) offering.

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WebMarketCentral

OCTOBER 8, 2008

Since Google is the dominant search engine , it's AdWords search program is the place to start. Level 5: Banner Advertising Unlike search marketing and targeted network ads, which are priced on a cost-per-click (CPC) basis, banner advertising is sold on a cost-per-thousand impressions (CPM) basis.

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WebMarketCentral

JANUARY 22, 2008

Top 10 Reasons to Double Your Search Budget for '08 by ClickZ Writer Kevin Lee gives ten reasons to dramatically increase search spending, including the growth in search volume, recognition that online campaigns drive both direct and offline behavior, and keyword price escalation (due the increasing popularity of this medium).

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