Audience Targeting in Google Ads can be very challenging to get right. In Episode 51 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales tackles three challenging questions about audience targeting in Google Ads. She explains why customer match lists are so valuable and how to use them effectively, including a discussion of Demand Gen campaigns. She also offers advice on how to find your audience when you operate in a sensitive interest category, using non-linear targeting and creative-led targeting st...
Jan 16, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In Episode 50 of Inside Google Ads, Jyll Saskin Gales tackles the age-old question: which Google Ads bid strategy reigns supreme? She dives deep into the maximize vs. target bid strategies (spoiler alert: manual bidding doesn't even get a seat at the table). Jyll explains why maximize conversions is often the best starting point, especially for new campaigns, and cautions against the pitfalls of bid limits. Using real-world examples from her coaching practice, she illustrates how high CPCs can a...
Jan 09, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 50
You don't need to ask ChatGPT to know that AI is changing every single thing around us. (And no, AI didn't write that sentence.) In Episode 49 of Inside Google Ads, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales tackles the burning question on everyone's minds: what is the future of Google Ads with AI? (Ok, AI did write that sentence.) Jyll addresses the concerns raised by listeners like you on TikTok, Threads, Instagram and LinkedIn, providing a four-part answer that covers what you need to know about the ...
Jan 02, 2025•11 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this special episode of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales speaks with Aaron Young of Define Digital Academy about Google Ads sales representatives. They cover everything from identifying the expertise of your Google rep to understanding the nuances of optimization score and budget recommendations. Plus, they dive into the evolving world of match types, audience targeting, and the power of smart bidding. You can get episode transcripts delivered to your inbox each week by signing up fo...
Dec 26, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Is there still room in your Google Ads account for good old Standard Shopping campaigns? Absolutely! In Episode 47 of Inside Google Ads, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales answers your burning questions about Google Shopping campaigns, a topic often overshadowed by the push for Performance Max. She discusses the importance of these campaigns for ecommerce businesses, provides answers to your questions about bidding strategies, optimization techniques, and product exclusions, and offers valuable ...
Dec 19, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In Episode 46 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales answers your burning questions about running Google Ads with a small budget. Discover the minimum amount you need to spend to see results, how to approach budget allocation with your bid strategy, and why patience is key in the early stages of your Google Ads journey. Listen and learn how to determine if your business is ready to invest in Google Ads. Plus, stay tuned 'til the end of the episode for a new Insider Challenge! You can get e...
Dec 12, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Are more keywords better? In Episode 45 of Inside Google Ads, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales discusses effective strategies for managing Google Ads campaigns, focusing on keyword consolidation, optimizing shopping ads, and structuring campaigns based on client needs. She emphasizes the importance of understanding keyword intent, the benefits of consolidating keywords, and the rationale behind campaign structuring for different types of clients. Be sure to stay tuned 'til the end of the episo...
Dec 05, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In this special episode of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales gives listeners a sneak peek at her forthcoming weekly Google Ads newsletter, "The Insider." She shares the first issue, which focuses on how to launch a new product with Google Ads, using a real-life client example for illustration. Jyll emphasizes the importance of a two-pronged approach: a search-based strategy targeting relevant keywords, and an audience-based strategy targeting specific customer profiles. She also highligh...
Nov 28, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Should you manage your Google Ads yourself or hire an agency? In Episode 43 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales explores the pros and cons of each option, emphasizing the importance of factors like time, budget, and campaign complexity. She also shares insights into red flags to watch out for when hiring an agency, including dubious claims about proprietary technology and account ownership. Key Topics: DIY vs. Agency management for Google Ads Time and budget considerations Red flags whe...
Nov 21, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 43
It's time to address the skepticism and anxiety surrounding Smart Bidding in Google Ads. In Episode 42 of Inside Google Ads, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales tackles common objections and misconceptions around AI-powered bidding, emphasizing that while Smart Bidding may have short-term drawbacks, it ultimately delivers better results in terms of conversions, ROAS, or customer acquisition cost. Key Smart Bidding topics discussed: Manual bidding vs. Smart Bidding for brand search campaigns Maxim...
Nov 14, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Let's talk about how to pair different aspects of Google Ads for better results. In Episode 41 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales answers three of your burning questions about how different Google Ads features interact together. We're talking about: Search & Performance Max: Power Pair? Search & Retargeting: Is RLSA still a valid Google Ads strategy? Impression Share & Budget: How to increase or decrease visibility Tune in for your weekly dose of Google Ads strategy, tactic...
Nov 07, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this special Halloween episode of Inside Google Ads, we're diving into a real-life Google Ads account – with the client's permission, of course! Host Jyll Saskin Gales, a Google Ads Coach, gives you a spooky peek behind the curtain, where we uncover the secrets to optimizing a Shopping campaign. She'll share how she and her client took a struggling campaign and transformed it into a profitable machine, using a fun little system of "Heroes, Kitties, and Doggies" to categorize products. This ep...
Oct 31, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 40
What can you do if your Google Ads campaigns don't have enough conversion volume to get Smart Bidding to work? Implement micro-conversions! In Episode 39 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales discusses micro-conversions. She answers your burning questions, like: What are micro-conversions? Why do micro-conversions matter? How to use micro-conversions to improve Google Ads performance? Do you need to convince clients it's okay to use micro-conversions? When should you remove micro-conversi...
Oct 24, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Have you ever felt like your Google Ads results are too good to be true, or too bad to be real? In this episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales tackles three common search struggles that she encounters with her coaching clients, and provides solutions to help you navigate your way through them. She addresses your questions on topics such as hidden search terms, red flags with CTR and CPC metrics, and how to effectively turn your Quality Score into optimizations. Tune in to learn how to optimize your sea...
Oct 17, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Can lead gen businesses use Performance Max? Should they? In this episode of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales dives into the world of Performance Max for lead generation businesses. We'll discuss: Key requirements for Performance Max success in lead generation How to use value-based bidding to optimize for lead quality Tips on tracking and managing lead form submissions Strategies to improve your overall lead generation efforts with Google Ads Be sure to stay tuned until the end of the ...
Oct 10, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 37
It's time to answer your burning questions about setting up a new Google Ads campaign! In this episode of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares her top tips and insights about setting up campaigns for the first time. We discuss: Why you should always start a new Google Ads campaign "without guidance" The truth about Ad Strength and how it impacts (or doesn't impact) your campaign performance How to structure your Google Ads account if you own multiple businesses Plus, there's a new In...
Oct 03, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Are Display ads in Google Ads really worth it? In this episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales explores the pros and cons of Display campaigns, sharing her personal bias against them upfront, and offering alternatives that might yield better results for your advertising budget. She covers common complaints with Display campaigns and how to combat them, including spammy placements, fake leads and retargeting strategies. Tune in to discover if Display ads are truly worth your investment and learn how to o...
Sep 26, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Is it time to change your campaign's bid strategy? In Episode 34 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales, ex-Googler and Google Ads Expert, tackles the tricky question of when and how to change your bid strategy. She'll guide you through the decision-making process, offering practical advice on transitioning from Maximize Clicks to Maximize Conversions, and from Maximize Conversions to Target CPA. She also addresses common issues like low conversions and unstable results, providing actionab...
Sep 19, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 34
It's time to tackle the controversial SKAG strategy (single keyword ad groups) and explore its relevance in 2024. In Episode 33 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales discusses the pros and cons of SKAGs, and whether she recommends this keyword strategy. She also discusses how to strike the right balance between control and automation in your Google Ads strategy. Plus, Jyll shares her top tips for spying on your competitors' keywords, including her unique indirect competitor targeting stra...
Sep 12, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Demand Gen campaigns are the buzziest, newest campaign type in Google Ads. In Episode 32 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales explains what Demand Gen is, how it differs from other campaign types, and why it's often called the "Facebook Ads of Google." Topics discussed in this episode include: What are Demand Gen campaigns and how do they differ from other campaign types? Which businesses can benefit from Demand Gen campaigns? Does targeting get too specific with signed-in users in Deman...
Sep 05, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 32
You've seen him on TikTok, now he's sharing the top 4 Facebook Ads mistakes you need to avoid. Episode 31 of Inside Google Ads hands the mic to Facebook Ads Expert Josh Okungbaiye. Josh is a highly sought after consultant with 600 5-star reviews on Fiverr. He's sharing his expertise with host Jyll Saskin Gales, a Google Ads Coach, on starting with broad targeting, the importance of creative diversity, setting realistic budgets, and letting go of ego. Tune in to learn how to optimize your Faceboo...
Aug 29, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In Episode 30 of Inside Google Ads, we're joined by Harrison Jack Hepp, an expert in Google Ads strategies for local businesses. Host Jyll Saskin Gales, a Google Ads Coach, asks Jack to break down the common challenges faced by small businesses when using Google Ads for local objectives, including budget constraints, conversion tracking, and measuring the effectiveness of online ads in driving in-store visits. Jack shares valuable tips on setting realistic budgets, optimizing for store visits, a...
Aug 22, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Third-party cookies may be here to stay (for now), but your conversion tracking and audience building are not delivering the best possible results if you're solely relying on cookie-based methods. In Episode 29 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales is joined by Ameet Khabra, the founder of HopSkip Media, to discuss five essential tools you need to maintain accurate conversion tracking and audience building in 2024 and beyond. Ameet breaks down the jargon and complexities of tools like con...
Aug 15, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Not surprisingly, the Inside Google Ads podcast is all about Google Ads. But as Google Ads practitioners, even if we don't manage campaigns in other platforms, it's still helpful to know what else is going on in our industry. For Episode 28, host Jyll Saskin Gales is joined by Optmyzr Brand Evangelist Navah Hopkins to discuss what other ad platforms can teach us about Google Ads. We get right into the weeds that every practitioner needs, as Navah shares the nuances of Performance Max on Microsof...
Aug 08, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 28
If you work at a nonprofit, or with nonprofits, this is the episode you've been waiting for! Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales is joined by Google Ad Grants expert Jason King to break down everything you need to know about the Google Ad Grants program for nonprofits. We'll bust some common myths, share insider tips, and discuss strategies to help you get the most out of your ad grants campaigns. Key Topics: Understanding Google Ad Grants and its limitations Common struggles nonprofits face with...
Aug 01, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Bid strategies are complicated. What should you do when conversions aren't the primary goal of your campaign? The answer may surprise you. In Episode 26 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales discusses Target CPM versus Maximize Clicks, Target Impression Share for Google Maps ads, and why she rarely, if ever, recommends Manual CPC bidding. You can get episode transcripts delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads Google Ads coaching Want to ...
Jul 25, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Ever wondered what the best settings are for your Google Ads campaigns? In this episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales breaks down what you need to know about campaign settings, from why you should start a campaign "without guidance" to the potential risks of auto-apply recommendations. She also explains attribution models in detail, using real-world examples to help you pick the right one for your business (hint: it's probably DDA!) You can get episode transcripts delivered to your inbox each week by ...
Jul 18, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Is it possible to layer audiences in Google Ads? Absolutely! In this episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares how you can narrow your reach and target your ideal audience using audience layering in Google Ads. We’ll explore what audience layering is, how it works, and the different ways you can use it to improve your campaign performance. Plus, try your hand at a new Insider Challenge at the end of the episode! In Episode 24, you’ll learn about: How audience layering works in Google Ads. How to cr...
Jul 11, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Is it possible to run a successful Google Ads campaign on a small budget? Yes, but it's harder than you think! This special edition episode of Inside Google Ads features a 20-minute workshop host Jyll Saskin Gales delivered at the Paid Search Association conference in 2023. This workshop is packed with more than 15 specific, actionable tips and real-world examples on how to get the most out of your modest Google Ads budget. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Getting your data foundation in pla...
Jul 04, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Are you ready to dive into the world of Google Ads? In this beginner-friendly episode, host Jyll Saskin Gales takes you back to basics, answering your burning questions on how to get started with Google Ads. Discover whether you need a website for your ads, learn how to create simple ads with a set price per click, and explore the different learning resources available, including Jyll's beginner-friendly courses. Jyll also reveals the answer to last week's insider challenge, clarifying the diffe...
Jun 27, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 22
