webinar advertising with ad words
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Master Seller Webinar:Advertising with AdWords
Key Resource: apps.gepportal.com
Agenda
Campaign Creation Tips
AdWords Basics
Conversion Tracking
Account Structure
Account
Campaign
Ad Group Ad Group
Campaign
Ad Group Ad Group
Account Structure
Account
Email address, password, billing info, and user prefs
Campaign
Ad Group Ad Group
Campaign
Ad Group Ad Group
Account Structure
Account
Campaign
Start/end dates, daily budget, distribution prefs,
location targeting
Ad Group Ad Group
Campaign
Ad Group Ad Group
Account Structure
Account
Campaign
Ad Group
Ad text, keywords/placemen
tsAd Group
Campaign
Ad Group Ad Group
Keywordsapps servicesapps migration
apps deployment
Ad TextGoogle Apps from AcmeWe offer migration servicesto help deploy Google Appswww.Acme.com/Google
Where Ads Show
The Google Network is split into two parts:o The Search Networko The Content Network
Campaign Types
The Google Network is split into two parts:o The Search Networko The Content Network
Campaign Types
The Google Network is split into two parts:o The Search Networko The Content Network
Campaign Types
The Google Network is split into two parts:o The Search Networko The Content Network
Campaign targeting options:
Contextual Targeting – the AdWords System targets the ads for you
Placement Targeting – you choose your own sites and ad placements
Learn more: www.google.com/adwords/contentnetwork
Agenda
Campaign Creation Tips
AdWords Basics
Conversion Tracking
Trademark Policy Changes
Trademark policies recently changed for ads in the US. Policy now permits use of trademark terms in ad text in specific circumstances.
REVIEW OUR TRADEMARK POLICY FOR MORE DETAILS
The Big Picture
Apps Support from AcmeWe offer implementation & migrationservices to help deploy Google Appswww.Acme.com/Google
Keyword: google apps support
Ad Text
Landing Page
Qualified Lead
Ad Text
How do I write an effective ad?
1. Ad text distinguishes you from the competition----------------------------------------------------------------------------2. Communication, appearance and style are important----------------------------------------------------------------------------3. Be persuasive and informative. Entice users to click
Ad Text Creation
Ads should clearly state the product or service being promote, and include the company name and additional services offered
Does not include the partner’s name
Is unclear what product is being offered
Get More for Your CompanyWe can help your businessgrow. Contact us today.www.LTech.com/Google
NOT GOOD BECAUSENOT GOOD
Includes the partner’s name
Clearly states the product being offered
Highlights deployment services to distinguish the ad
Google Apps from LTechWe offer services to help youdeploy Google Apps. Contact us.www.LTech.com/Google
GOOD BECAUSE,GOOD
Ad Text Creation
Ads accurately represent the relationship you have with Google
Claim ‘most trusted reseller’ has not been substantiated by Google
Google Apps from LTechGet it today from Google’smost trusted resellerwww.LTech.com/Google
NOT GOOD BECAUSENOT GOOD
‘Google Apps Authorized Reseller’ is approved by Google
Google Apps from LTechGet started today with help froma Google Apps Authorized Resellerwww.LTech.com/Google
GOOD BECAUSE,GOOD
Ad Text Creation
Include your keyword in ad text to catch your customer’s eye
IT solutionsTechnology HelpGet solutions from Acme Inc.Contact us online or by phone.www.Acme.com/Google
IT Solutions from LTechWe offer superior solutions forbusinesses nationwide. Contact us.www.LTech.com/Google
Matching terms show up in bold text on Google search results pages
Ad Text Creation
Include a call to action, examples: contact us, download a free whitepaper, get info, get support, get started, learn more
Google Apps from LTechWe’ll help you evaluate & deployApps. Download a free. whitepaper.www.LTech.com/Google
Click Here Visit Us
Avoid meaningless slogans and gimmicky language
Inter-capitalize the Display URL
Ad Text Creation
Google Apps from LTechGet started today with help froma Google Apps Authorized Resellerwww.LTech.com/Google
Google Apps from LTechGet started today with help froma Google Apps Authorized Resellerwww.ltech.com/google
This will help your ad and your company name stand out
Use multiple ads to test different messages
Ad Text Testing
Google Apps from LTechWe’ll help you evaluate & deployApps. Download a free whitepaper.www.LTech.com/Google
Google Apps from LTechGet started today with help froma Google Apps Authorized Resellerwww.LTech.com/Google
Google Apps from LTechGet help with deployment andmigration. Contact us today.www.LTech.com/Google
Ad Text Testing
The AdWords system will automatically optimize your ads
Keywords
How do I choose good keywords?
1. Accurately reflect the products/services offered----------------------------------------------------------------------------2. Match what your audience is looking for----------------------------------------------------------------------------3. Capture a large audience without being too general
Keyword Selection
Apps Features Services• IT consulting• Training• Deployment• Set up and support
Video Sharing
Docs
Sites
Consider the types of keywords that are relevant for your business…
Keyword Length
94% of people in the US search with multi-word phrases
Source: 2006 data from OneStat
Keyword Funnel
Research/Engagement
Consideration/Comparison
Purchase
business email
compare business email
buy google apps email
Keyword Selection
Search-based Keyword Tool: www.google.com/sktool
Keyword Match Types
• Broad match: allows your ads to show on similar phrases and relevant variations
• Phrase match: allows your ads to show on searches that match the exact word order
• Exact match: allows your ads to show on searches that match the exact keyword
• Negative match: ensures your ad doesn’t show for any searches that include that term
Keywords Groups
Bad Ad Group
IT solutionsbusiness emailapps support
Too many themes
Good Ad Group
migrate to appsgoogle apps migrationapps migration
Unified theme
Email SupportWe provide email support for businesses. Contact us.www.LTech.com/Google
Google Apps MigrationLTech’s expertise ensures a smoothtransition to Apps. Contact us now.www.LTech.com/Google
More generic ad More specific ad
CTR will increase
Landing Page
How do I create a good landing page?
1. Provide relevant and substantial content----------------------------------------------------------------------------2. Make your call to action clear----------------------------------------------------------------------------3. Develop an easily navigable site
Landing Page
We offer assets in the ‘Branding & Collateral’ section of apps.gepportal.comto help you build out a landing page…
Landing Page
Landing Page
• Google logos, icons and Authorized Reseller badges
• Customizable datasheets• 3rd party reports• Savings calculator• Case studies• Videos
We offer assets in the ‘Branding & Collateral’ section of apps.gepportal.comto help you build out a landing page…
Landing Page
Five top elements to test1. Title2. Image3. Layout4. Selling proposition
quality vs convenience1. features vs services
5. Conversion incentives list all incentives vs none telephone number vs
online form
Google Website Optimizer can help you optimize your landing page…
Google Website Optimizer: www.google.com/websiteoptimizerWebsite Optimization Articles: www.google.com/intl/en/websiteoptimizer/articles.html
Landing Page Exercise
What would be a good landing page for the keyword ‘google apps’?
Option #1: Display a list of all services & solutions you offer----------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #2: Display your Single Sign-On product for Apps-------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #3: Display Apps products & services you offer
Landing Page Exercise
What would be a good landing page for the keyword ‘google apps’?
Option #1: Display a list of all services & solutions you offerNot ideal for ‘google apps,’ good keywords for thislanding page:
----------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #2: Display your Single Sign-On product for Apps---------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #3: Display Apps products & services you offer
IT solutionstech solutionsIT consulting
Landing Page Exercise
What would be a good landing page for the keyword ‘google apps’?
Option #1: Display a list of all services & solutions you offer----------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #2: Display your Single Sign-On product for AppsNot ideal for ‘google apps,’ good keywords for thislanding page:
---------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #3: Display Apps products & services you offer
apps sign onsign on solutionsingle sign-on
Landing Page Exercise
What would be a good landing page for the keyword ‘google apps’?
Option #1: Display a list of all services & solutions you offer----------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #2: Display your Single Sign-On product for Apps------------------------------------------------------------------------Option #3: Display Apps products & services you offerIdeal for ‘google apps,’ user has identified whichproduct they are interested in
apps servicesapps productsapps support
Local Targeting
There are two ways to target users in a specific area
1. Use region specific keywordsCreate a nationally targeted campaign
with region specific keywords (i.e. ‘new jersey IT services’)
2. Only show ads in your regionCreate a regionally targeted campaign
with general, non-region specific keywords (i.e. ‘IT services’)
Local Targeting
There are two ways to target users in a specific area
2. Only show ads in your regionCreate a regionally targeted campaign
with general, non-region specific keywords (i.e. ‘IT services’)
Highlights that this is a local partner and the regional description automatically added below the ad provides specifics
Google Apps from LTechGet started today with a local Google Apps Authorized Resellerwww.LTech.com/GoogleNew Jersey
GOOD BECAUSEGOOD
Agenda
Campaign Creation Tips
AdWords Basics
Conversion Tracking
Conversion Tracking
By tracking conversions you can identify how effective your ads and keywords are for you
Conversion Tracking
IT solutions
business solutions
IT Solutions for BusinessLTech offers superior technologysolutions nationwide. Contact us.www.LTech.com
Conversion Tracking
$982%46$45002,300business solutions
$204%26$520650IT solutions
CPAConversion Rate
LeadsCostsClicks
Conversion Tracking
$982%46$45002,300business solutions
$204%26$520650IT solutions
CPAConversion Rate
LeadsCostsClicks
The Big Picture
Apps Support from AcmeWe offer implementation & migrationservices to help deploy Google Appswww.Acme.com/Google
Keyword: google apps support
Ad Text
Landing Page
Qualified Lead
What do I do again?
Create relevant keywords, ad text and landing pages1. Test, test, test2.
Refine campaigns & keep what’s working4. Use reporting tools to
measure results3.
Keep Learning
This is just a big tip of the iceberg…
AdWords Resources
AdWords Learning Center: www.google.com/adwords/learningcenterAdWords Help Center: adwords.google.com/support/ AdWords Help Forum: www.google.com/support/forum/p/AdWords?hl=enAdWords Email Support: adwords.google.com/support/bin/request.py?display=categories
Thank you!