10 PPC Trends To Stay On Top Of In 2021
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2020 Lessons
2020 saw a new approach to PPC thanks to the pandemic. Automation, audience targeting and privacy, for eg, became more important. Here’s a look at what’s in store for 2021.
The Death Of Data?
With limited access to Google search query data and the removal of tracking cookies, marketers need to adapt and work harder and smarter with the data available.
Invest In The Buyer Journey
Marketers can no more control every ad based on bids and words alone, especially with the rise in automation and AI. Marketers need to study and focus on their target audience and where they are in the buyer journey.
Expect More Automation
Marketers can no more control every ad based on bids and words alone, especially with the rise in automation and AI. Marketers need to study and focus on their target audience and where they are in the buyer journey.
Diversification
Due to this loss of control and increased automation, marketers will have to look to other platforms like Microsoft Ads, Verizon native ads and social media platforms.
Tap Into The Power Of First-Party Data
In an era of increased privacy, improving first-party data is a must. Marketers need to focus on data and work with agencies to develop a strategy that marries privacy compliance with usability.
Advantage Instagram
With the popularity of new features like IGTV and Reels, it’s only a matter of time before Instagram starts monetising these features - offering marketers new prime real estate.
Don’t Lose Sight Of The Big Picture
Data is important - but marketers shouldn’t get so lost in data that they lose sight of the big picture. Structure your campaigns well and target your market based on preferences and behaviours, not just data.
Craft The Perfect Message
Write good, well-meaning, well-targeted ads, taking into account who your customers are as people instead of focusing on data points alone.
Test Regularly
The only way to uncover what’s working is to test, test, test again. Scrutinise each variable and identity what gets you the best results.
Mobile-Friendly Is A Must
Now more than ever, people are on their smartphones. Your site HAS to be accessible on mobile and adapted for smaller screens - no two ways about it.
Are You Ready To Take On 2021?
Now that you know how to adapt to the new PPC landscape, you can put some of these tips into practice! For more stories on the latest digital marketing trends, follow upGrowth.
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