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How Google harms search advertisers in 20 slides

Martech

Google manipulated ad auctions and inflated costs to increase revenue , harming advertisers, the Department of Justice argued last week in the U.S. What follows is a summary and some slides from the DOJ’s closing deck, specific to search advertising, that back up the DOJ’s argument. More ad revenue for Google.

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What The Decline of Social Media Means For Content Marketing

Marketing Insider Group

Social media isn’t the king of the castle anymore. That’s right – we’re first hand witnesses to the decline of social media as the go-to source for driving web traffic. It’s a wake-up call for content marketers and publishers everywhere. This isn’t just a blip on the radar.

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6 Benefits of Paid Search Advertising

Valasys

One such strategy that has proven to be invaluable is paid search advertising. Did you know that businesses make $2 for every $1 spent on pay-per-click (PPC) advertising? In this post, we’ll explore six benefits of paid search advertising and its pivotal role in achieving marketing conquests.

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Taking a full-funnel approach to paid search

Choozle

Paid search advertising is a highly effective lower-funnel channel that reaches potential customers when they are close to conversion. But this limited role really sells this versatile media short. Additional studies show that just five percent of a brand’s audience is “in market” at any given time.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Developing a Paid Search Strategy in 2023

SmartBug Media

As a business owner or marketer, you know that paid search advertising has the power to drive targeted traffic to your website. In this blog post, we will explore the key steps and best practices for creating an effective paid search strategy that maximizes your ROI and helps you achieve your business goals.

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Distribution 101: The Content Marketer’s Guide to Facebook Ads Tips

Contently

Are you looking for ways to craft better Facebook ads that result in higher conversions? With the right strategies, paid Facebook advertising is an effective way to reach new audiences, engage with prospects, and get new leads. Automated Ads Automated ads are an efficient way to reach your target audience.

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How Can Paid Media Boost Your Inbound Marketing Efforts?

SmartBug Media

There are three distinct types of media that make up any digital marketing mix: earned, owned, and paid media. Inbound marketing traditionally couples the latter two; it’s a method to draw in your audience with stellar website content, blog articles, premium content, and social media engagement.