{"id":4059,"date":"2022-08-01T10:31:12","date_gmt":"2022-08-01T10:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/?p=4059"},"modified":"2022-08-15T14:45:41","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T14:45:41","slug":"ppc-management-for-small-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/ppc-management-for-small-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"PPC Management for Small Businesses: Tips and Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"table--contents\">\n<h2>Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"#_Toc11519\">The Basics: What is Local Business PPC? <\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_Toc24360\">How Can PPC Help Your Business? <\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_Toc19613\">Is PPC Expensive? <\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_Toc27808\">Getting Started with PPC Management for Small Businesses <\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc14049\"> Identify the Right Keywords <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc28400\"> Choose the Right Platform <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc314\"> Test, Test, Test! <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc24105\"> Don\u2019t Exceed Your Budget <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc620\"> Be Creative <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc16676\"> Understand Your Competition <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc11366\"> Monitor, Track, and <em>Repeat<\/em> <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"#_Toc13968\">And the Ball Lands in Your Court <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Ads. <\/em><\/p>\n<p>Powerful, concise, and conversion-oriented ads have the power to turn casual web browsers into loyal customers.<\/p>\n<p><em>If they reach them<\/em>, that is.<\/p>\n<p>If you chop up all the classic ingredients of advertising and chuck \u2018em into a blender, the result will disappoint you.<\/p>\n<p>In 2022, conventional advertising won\u2019t get you anywhere. If you want your ads to reach <em><u>and<\/u><\/em>\u00a0convert your target audience, you have to think smart.<\/p>\n<p>PPC advertising is the new and improved way of doing ads in 2022.<\/p>\n<p>Hearing of it for the first time?<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry; we\u2019ll cover everything in this blog.<\/p>\n<p>What is local business PPC? How can PPC help your business? How can you get started with PPC management for small businesses?<\/p>\n<p>Buckle up; it\u2019s time to get your advertising strategy back in shape!<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-cta style3\">\n<h3>Let\u2019s kick things off with smart PPC management. Fill out the form below for a free proposal!<\/h3>\n<div class=\"inner\">[blog_form2]<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h1><a name=\"_Toc11519\"><\/a> <strong>The Basics: What is Local Business PPC?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>PPC (pay-per-click) is an advanced advertising model that fetches a fee from advertisers each time someone clicks on their ads.<\/p>\n<p>It works in three simple steps:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4060\" src=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-PPC-Works.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"749\" height=\"1001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-PPC-Works.png 749w, https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/how-PPC-Works-224x300.png 224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What makes this so great?<\/p>\n<p>For starters, it\u2019s a guaranteed way to earn clicks and conversions.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re not paying for ads that float around the web and never make it to your audience; you\u2019re only paying each time you <em><u>actually<\/u><\/em>\u00a0earn a visit.<\/p>\n<p>There are many different types of PPC advertising: paid search marketing, social media advertising, affiliate marketing, display marketing, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Irrespective of the strategy, the concept is the same: paying for <u>what you get<\/u>, not paying for what you <em>may<\/em>\u00a0get.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick example of search engine PPC for small biz.<\/p>\n<p>When you search for \u201ctech support in Atlanta\u201d, you get the following search results:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4061\" src=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tech-support-atlanta.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"710\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tech-support-atlanta.png 710w, https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tech-support-atlanta-300x254.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>These are all <a href=\"https:\/\/neilpatel.com\/blog\/paid-internet-advertising\/\"><u>paid ads<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Effective PPC advertising helps you rank among the top Google search results.<\/p>\n<p>The outcome? Better reach, a nice stream of traffic, and more conversions.<\/p>\n<p>Sounds like something your small business needs?<\/p>\n<p><em>You\u2019re on the right track. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/moz.com\/learn\/seo\/local-pay-per-click-video\"><u>Local business PPC<\/u><\/a>\u00a0takes things to a whole different level.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of paying for ads that show up all over the place, you\u2019re <em><u>only<\/u><\/em>\u00a0paying for ads that appear to your target audience, wherever they are.<\/p>\n<p>Think about it.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s the point of your ads showing up on web browsers in California when your products\/services are exclusively available in Texas?<\/p>\n<p>It kind of defeats the purpose, doesn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n<p>By <em><u>localizing<\/u><\/em>\u00a0your PPC advertising efforts, you earn more sales.<\/p>\n<h1><a name=\"_Toc109658593\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc24360\"><\/a>How Can PPC Help Your Business?<\/b><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Sniff sniff\u2026 smells like better rankings!<\/p>\n<p>PPC helps you reach your business goals.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of dilly-dallying around the web, your ads <em><u>actually<\/u><\/em>\u00a0have a powerful impact.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to other forms of advertising, PPC is measurable and trackable. There\u2019s greater accountability, so you don\u2019t have to pay for anything that\u2019s not benefiting you.<\/p>\n<p>This is a great way to save money on exorbitant advertising costs as a small business.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, you\u2019re <em>just starting off<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>You can\u2019t afford to waste a big chunk of your revenue on advertising strategies that don\u2019t have much yield.<\/p>\n<p>PPC advertising helps you squeeze <em><u>every<\/u><\/em>\u00a0drop of conversion juice out of your ads.<\/p>\n<p>Support different parts of your sales funnel and earn spectacular sales that improve your bottom line and credibility.<\/p>\n<h1><a name=\"_Toc109658594\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc19613\"><\/a>Is PPC Expensive?<\/b><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>It might seem that way, right?<\/p>\n<p>In actuality, PPC is the poster child for cost-effective advertising.<\/p>\n<p>The fee for each ad is <em>trivial<\/em>. If you pay $2 for a click and earn $200 in return through a sale, you\u2019re making a sweet profit.<\/p>\n<p>PPC is the smartest way to put your business out there and leave with a pocketful of pretty earnings.<\/p>\n<h1><a name=\"_Toc109658595\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc27808\"><\/a>Getting Started with <\/b><\/strong><strong><b>PPC Management for Small Businesses<\/b><\/strong><\/h1>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc14049\"><\/a><strong> 1. Identify the Right\u00a0Keywords <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>PPC marketing is all about getting the keywords <em>just right<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Think about it. Thousands of businesses are making the most of this neat strategy.<\/p>\n<p><em>Thousands<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>How will your ad appear on top when so many other brands do the same thing?<\/p>\n<p>SEO always makes its way to every advertising approach, including PPC for small biz.<\/p>\n<p>You have to <u>optimize your ads<\/u>\u00a0to get them on top.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/moz.com\/beginners-guide-to-seo\/keyword-research\"><u>Keyword research<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is the first step to earning higher PPC ROI.<\/p>\n<p>If you haven\u2019t already, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/seo-keyword-research\/\"><u>create a keyword strategy<\/u><\/a>\u00a0based on your industry, audience, products\/services, and the location you\u2019re targeting.<\/p>\n<p>If you skip this step, you\u2019ll struggle to earn quality leads.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you change the keywords every month.<\/p>\n<p><em>This is imperative<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>With time, every industry evolves.<\/p>\n<p>Audience interests change.<\/p>\n<p>Region-based preferences transform.<\/p>\n<p>As you tweak your keywords, you\u2019ll stay on top of these changes.<\/p>\n<p>Choose relevant, high-ranking keywords that help you rank. At the same time, make a list of <strong><u>negative keywords<\/u><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This little trick will help you avoid ranking for certain phrases.<\/p>\n<p>What do we mean by this?<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s say you sell sunglasses. If a web user searches for \u201cwine glasses\u201d or \u201cdrinking glasses\u201d, your business should not show up among the search results.<\/p>\n<p>Work with a team of keyword experts to make your negative keyword list as comprehensive as possible.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-cta style3\">\n<h3>Are your keywords in bad shape? Yikes. Let our keyword experts undo the damage! Fill out the form below for a free proposal.<\/h3>\n<div class=\"inner\">[blog_form2]<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc28400\"><\/a><strong> 2. Choose the Right Platform <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Many advertisers launch PPC management campaigns that fall flat on their faces.<\/p>\n<p><em>Why?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>You cannot copy-paste strategies. What works for another business may very well not work for you.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to effective PPC advertising, there\u2019s no such thing as a glittering one-size-fits-all strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of grabbing something off the shelf, <strong><u>create your own unique campaign<\/u><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You can choose between many different platforms.<\/p>\n<p>Find one that\u2019s <em>just right<\/em>\u00a0for your industry, audience, and location.<\/p>\n<p>This will help you drive targeted traffic and earn clicks from web browsers who can <em>actually<\/em>\u00a0buy your stuff!<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s your go-to PPC advertising cheat sheet:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4062\" src=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/PPC-advertising-metrix.png\" alt=\"PPC Advertising Metrix\" width=\"749\" height=\"1001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/PPC-advertising-metrix.png 749w, https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/PPC-advertising-metrix-224x300.png 224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When in doubt, start with Google.<\/p>\n<p>The most popular and used platform, Google, will help you earn more clicks and conversions.<\/p>\n<p>Kick things off with <a href=\"https:\/\/ads.google.com\/intl\/en_us\/home\/\"><u>Google Adwords<\/u><\/a>, Google\u2019s trusty PPC advertising platform.<\/p>\n<p>This is the standard platform for just about every small business.<\/p>\n<p>Once you launch a Google Ads campaign, follow it up with more specific campaigns.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll have to speak with a team of PPC professionals to determine which sub-platforms are right for your business.<\/p>\n<p>If you sell fashion clothing, your ads must be displayed on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.<\/p>\n<p>For businesses that offer tech support, Facebook and YouTube are great starting points.<\/p>\n<p>And if you sell bedding online, Amazon should be your go-to advertising platform.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the strategy will ultimately vary based on the specifics.<\/p>\n<p>Find a team of professionals who can do justice to your advertising plans!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/ppc-b2b-lead-generation\/\"><u>PPC B2B Lead Generation: Getting the Best Out of Your B2B PPC Agency<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc109658598\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc314\"><\/a>3. Test, Test, Test!<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Stellar advertising rests on the shoulders of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/between-clicks-and-conversion-how-to-use-ab-testing-to-boost-sales\/\"><u>A\/B testing<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>No matter how great you think your PPC ads may be, it\u2019s possible that they don\u2019t resonate with your audience.<\/p>\n<p>Or perhaps you\u2019re dealing with a case of analysis paralysis and can\u2019t figure out which design you should approve.<\/p>\n<p>A\/B testing helps you test different variations of your ads and figure out which design is <em><u>the<\/u><\/em>\u00a0most effective.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Your PPC campaign will backfire if you skip this. <\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4063\" src=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AB-testing.png\" alt=\"A\/B Testing\" width=\"749\" height=\"778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AB-testing.png 749w, https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AB-testing-289x300.png 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Web users will not click on your ads if the content, design, font, color scheme, or any other component is off-putting.<\/p>\n<p>Launch different versions of the same ad and see what your audience likes better.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to officially put things to the test, find a pool of your audience that\u2019s willing to participate.<\/p>\n<p>Experimentation will ultimately help you launch effective, visually compelling, clean, and engaging ads that do exactly what they\u2019re meant to do: <em><u>convert<\/u><\/em>.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc24105\"><\/a><strong><b>4. Don\u2019t Exceed Your Budget<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4064\" src=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/smart-PPC.png\" alt=\"smart-PPC\" width=\"749\" height=\"778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/smart-PPC.png 749w, https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/smart-PPC-289x300.png 289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When starting off with PPC management for small businesses, advertisers often get carried away.<\/p>\n<p>PPC advertising is effective and powerful.<\/p>\n<p>But this doesn\u2019t mean that you put all your eggs in <em>one<\/em>\u00a0basket, especially if it\u2019s a poorly constructed basket.<\/p>\n<p>Partnering with the wrong company and exceeding your budget is a common advertising faux pas.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Avoid it at all costs<\/u><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, find a company that has a stellar reputation. They should have extensive experience in creating top-notch PPC campaigns that don\u2019t just look pretty but <em>actually<\/em>\u00a0work well.<\/p>\n<p>Found the one?<\/p>\n<p>Create a campaign budget before you kick things off.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t exceed the limit.<\/p>\n<p>Starting off slow is the best way to achieve good results.<\/p>\n<p>As your strategy starts proving its efficacy, you can select a bigger plan over time.<\/p>\n<p>But avoid going all out right off the bat.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc109658600\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc620\"><\/a>5. Be Creative<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As you manage your PPC campaign, make sure you develop a knack for sniffing out boredom if it ever seeps through the cracks.<\/p>\n<p>No matter how visually appealing your ad may be, boring language will steal conversions from you at lightning speed.<\/p>\n<p>Good ad copy <em>immediately<\/em>\u00a0grabs people\u2019s attention.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s exciting!<\/p>\n<p>Carefully and continually analyze your campaign to ensure that the language is strong, effective, and conversion-oriented.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid cheesy, wishy-washy catchphrases and opt for dynamic headlines that convert your target audience.<\/p>\n<p>PPC management doesn\u2019t just include the technicalities. In fact, it also takes content and design into account.<\/p>\n<p>Keep this in mind so you can make the right adjustments to your campaign and yield <em>powerful<\/em>\u00a0results.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbesagencycouncil\/2020\/04\/08\/how-to-brainstorm-and-write-marketing-copy-to-convert-more-users\/?sh=76edcfc35a59\"><u>How to Brainstorm and Write Marketing Copy to Convert More Users<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc109658601\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc16676\"><\/a>6. Understand Your Competition<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4065\" src=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Understand-Your-Competition.png\" alt=\"Understand Your Competition\" width=\"749\" height=\"373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Understand-Your-Competition.png 749w, https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Understand-Your-Competition-300x149.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Keywords are fueled by competition.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re ranking for them, and your competitors are ranking for them. Perhaps even your grandma is ranking for them!<\/p>\n<p>We joke. But you get the point.<\/p>\n<p>PPC marketing is competitive by nature.<\/p>\n<p>As you start managing your campaign, keep the heated competition in mind.<\/p>\n<p>As your competitors overtake you, their ads will replace yours. This happens in every industry, especially those with high product\/service demand.<\/p>\n<p>Keep <u>customizing<\/u>\u00a0and <u>optimizing<\/u>\u00a0your ads to stay ahead of the curve.<\/p>\n<p>Your ads should be unique and exciting. They should also appear across the <em>right<\/em>\u00a0platforms in the <em>right<\/em>\u00a0manner.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure about these specificities, take a peek at what your top competitors are doing.<\/p>\n<p>What does their PPC advertising campaign look like?<\/p>\n<p>Which platforms have they targeted?<\/p>\n<p>Which ad formats are they using?<\/p>\n<p>What is their ad language like?<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s special about the designs?<\/p>\n<p>Track all the metrics you can get a hand on.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, there\u2019s a reason why they\u2019re doing so well. As you\u2019re let in on the secret, you can use similar strategies to reach the same rung of the ladder and eventually get ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid copying your competition. Instead, use their PPC ad strategy as inspiration.<\/p>\n<p>Understand the groundwork that needs to be laid to get similar results. When done right, comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/seo-competitor-analysis\/\"><u>competitor analysis<\/u><\/a>\u00a0will help your ads bag more conversions.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc109658602\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc11366\"><\/a>7. Monitor, Track, and <\/b><\/strong><strong><em><b>Repeat<\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Done and dusted?<\/p>\n<p><em>Not quite. <\/em><\/p>\n<p>If you want your local business PPC\u00a0campaign to yield stellar results, keep a close eye on your performance.<\/p>\n<p>How are your ads doing across different platforms?<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s going wrong? How can you fix it?<\/p>\n<p>Should you add new techniques to the mix?<\/p>\n<p>Which approach is yielding the best results?<\/p>\n<p>Are there any gaps you need to fill?<\/p>\n<p>Monitor and track <em><u>everything<\/u><\/em>\u00a0so you can stay on track through and through, continually improve, and grow your business.<\/p>\n<p>We also recommend creating a PPC mitigation and contingency plan (ask our PPC experts about this).<\/p>\n<p>When your campaign is adequately backed up, you\u2019ll be able to roll out a whip-smart action plan in case something goes wrong.<\/p>\n<p>Excellent preparation and even better action will help your ads rank and convert!<\/p>\n<h1><a name=\"_Toc109658603\"><\/a><strong><b><a name=\"_Toc13968\"><\/a>And the Ball Lands in Your Court<\/b><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>We\u2019ve laid out the cards. It\u2019s time for you to grab \u2018em and leverage \u2018em!<\/p>\n<p>In this blog, we walked you through seven essential tips for effective PPC management for small businesses.<\/p>\n<p>We covered the importance of creating a kickass local business PPC campaign. We also answered one of the most commonly asked questions among small businesses: how can PPC help your business?<\/p>\n<p>Now that you have a good grasp of why PPC is so important and how it works, it\u2019s time to kick things off!<\/p>\n<p>At Search Berg, we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.searchberg.com\/ppc-management-services\/\"><u>professional PPC management services<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Our team will help you boost sales, lower costs, and track key PPC metrics.<\/p>\n<p>We take care of <em><u>everything<\/u><\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Our pros will optimize your ad spending, monitor your campaign 24\/7, provide weekly and monthly reports, and provide dedicated support.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to clean up your advertising act with Search Berg.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel:8554444777\"><u>We\u2019re ready when you are<\/u><\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ads. 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