What Is AdWords Smart Bidding? | Introduction and Overview

Combined with other “smart” AdWords features such as Universal App and Smart Display campaigns, the future of PPC marketing lies in Smart Bidding and machine learning technology. Using data-driven machine learning, PPC professionals can improve keyword bids, increase valuable conversions, and spend more time developing strategy optimizations. Continue reading to learn more about Smart Bidding […]

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VitalStorm: Working Harder and Better

As we head into 2018 with a renewed enthusiasm, we look back at the previous year with a sense of pride and accomplishment. From the development of a new department to the continued expansion of our workforce, 2017 was another productive year for VitalStorm. No one is more aware of this than co-owners Josh Moran […]

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Google Local Services Ads Roll Out to 30 Major Cities By 2018

If you’ve tried searching for local garage door repair, duct cleaning, or almost any other home service on Google recently, you may have noticed a new Local Services ad box at the top of the search results. We wrote about Google’s Home Services Beta Test back in 2015, but the program is now beyond its […]

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Get Your Business Found with Location Extensions

Google, Bing, and other search engines are constantly looking for better ways to target and convert local users. One of the best methods they’ve discovered using location extensions within their ads. This allows users to see your name, address, and phone number (NAP), increasing phone calls, in-store visits, map searches, and conversion rates. We’ve written […]

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10 Ways to Make Your AdWords Remarketing a Success

Have you ever clicked an online ad and thought, “Wow, how did they know?!” As you read email, use mobile apps, and browse the internet, Google will show you ads through their “Display Network.” While personalized ads are based on many factors, the method is almost always remarketing. The best and most highly targeted ads come […]

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Better Mobile Ads with New Sitelinks, Callouts, and Snippets

Last week, the Google Inside AdWords blog announced a change in how they will display sitelinks, callouts, and snippets on mobile ads, which will take effect at the end of this month. Building on other AdWords updates such as expanded text ads, Google will simplify and improve their mobile ads with more useful and informative […]

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Why the Home Service Industry NEEDS Call Tracking

Do you know where your customers are coming from? HomeAdvisor, mobile search, the radio? By using call tracking for each of your advertising channels, it’s easy to pinpoint the highest performing campaigns and the lowest performing customer service representatives. Call tracking allows you to attribute success to a specific marketing effort. Some industries rely on […]

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YouTube Advertising Guide: How to Advertise on YouTube

Do you stream YouTube videos on your big screen? If not, you probably will soon. If video consumption trends have taught us anything, it’s that cable TV is being dropped for internet streaming. Digital video sites, such as YouTube, Hulu, and Netflix are preferred by younger and older viewers alike. According to a recent Defy Media […]

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Best Digital Marketing Tools & Resources for 2017 (Updated)

As we head into the new year, it’s important to take a look back at the past in order to prepare for the future. If your New Year’s resolution for your business is to get more leads and gain exposure, VitalStorm can help you self-reflect and improve. Contact us to discuss how you can increase […]

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How to Say It: Copywriting Tips

Writing is seduction. – Stephen King, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft You don’t have to be a “writer” to write good sales copy. In fact, it’s more formulaic than you might think. Yes, lots of creative thinking goes into memorable and award-winning ads, but if your goal is to simply increase sales, then […]

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