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Customer Lifecycle Goals are one of the most misused features in Google Ads - and Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales has had enough! In episode 143 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, Jyll breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly truth about Customer Lifecycle Goals. From New Customer Acquisition (NCA) to Customer Retention, Jyll clears up common misconceptions and explains how these features combine audience targeting and value-based Smart Bidding. You will learn how campaign-level acquisition and retention settings work, why many account setups inadvertently inflate reported ROAS, and why these tools are often complete overkill for smaller accounts. Plus, Jyll introduces her simple "1% Rule" to help you quickly figure out whether your customer match list is actually large enough to benefit from these complex configurations, or if you should stick to basic audience targeting and exclusions. Key Topics Discussed: - Understanding Customer Acquisition Goals and New Prospect Mode - How Customer Retention Goals work and how they differ from traditional retargeting - The 1% Rule for deciding if Customer Lifecycle Goals fit your target market size - Why campaign value adjustments can artificially inflate reported ROAS - Common Performance Max setup mistakes with audience signals and retargeting lists This episode is based on Jyll's recent article for Search Engine Journal called "Customer Lifecycle Goals: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly." You can read the article here: https://www.searchenginejournal.com/customer-lifecycle-goals-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/588192/ You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode143 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode143 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode143 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are right around the corner. Are your Google Ads ready for peak holiday shopping? In episode 142 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales break down the latest Google Ads updates that e-commerce business owners need to care about right now - in conversation with Chloe Thomas, host of the Keep Optimising podcast. Jyll cuts through the noise to share practical strategies across bidding, targeting, and creative. You will learn how to leverage newly available bidding strategies, optimize customer lifecycle goals without blowing your budget, and prepare your product feeds for Google's newest AI features. Plus, Jyll shares top tips on using low-budget video campaigns to build brand demand before the holiday rush hits. Whether you are running standard Shopping, Performance Max, or Search campaigns, this conversation gives you a clear playbook to prepare your account for maximum return this holiday season. Key Topics Discussed: Why Maximize Conversion Value is a game-changer for standard Shopping campaignsHow to prepare for promotion mode, seasonal bid adjustments, and budget tweaksSetting up customer lifecycle goals properly to target new vs. existing buyersWhat AI Max for Shopping is and how it bridges standard Shopping and PMaxEssential updates to Google Merchant Center feeds, including video and lifestyle attributes How to build mid-funnel awareness on a small budget using Demand Gen and YouTube    You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode142 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode142 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode142 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Are you curious about Microsoft Ads? While Google Ads remains Jyll's one true love, expanding into the Microsoft Advertising network can bring unique opportunities, especially for B2B marketers. In this special episode 141 of Inside Google Ads - to celebrate Microsoft Ads Product Liaison Navah Hopkins' birthday! - host Jyll Saskin Gales explores eight fundamental insights every Google Ads practitioner needs to understand about Microsoft Advertising. Using source materials from Microsoft Ads experts Matt Beswick, Nikki Kuhlman, and Navah Hopkins herself, Jyll breaks down why B2B advertisers stand to gain the most from Microsoft Ads, highlighting key advantages like native LinkedIn profile targeting, decision-maker demographics, and specific corporate device policies. She explains the crucial differences in campaign control, including ad group level autonomy and negative keyword behavior, and introduces unique ad formats like Multimedia Ads and impression-based remarketing. Finally, you will get three simple, actionable steps you can take today for free to set your business up for future success. Key topics covered in this episode: Why B2B brands often see strong results on Microsoft Advertising How to leverage native LinkedIn profile targeting on search campaignsCritical differences in ad group autonomy and negative match behavior compared to GoogleUnique features like Impression-Based Remarketing and SERP Multimedia Ads3 free, practical action steps you can take right now to prepare your accountLearn more about Microsoft Ads with: Navah Hopkins: https://youtu.be/2LahowBloOANikki Kuhlman: https://youtu.be/ek5GXoMNpmEMatt Beswick: https://youtu.be/VajomHQWjOsYou can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode141 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode141 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode141 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

This is the episode every small business needs! Can you run YouTube campaigns on a modest budget and actually get meaningful results? Absolutely. In episode 140 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales sits down with one of her Google Ads Coaching clients - Austin Lindquist, Director of SEM at Ring Ring Marketing - to walk through a small budget YouTube strategy that is delivering big outcomes for his clients. Austin shares real data, specific targeting tactics, and creative strategies from two distinct local verticals: a small-town funeral home spending just $10 a day on vertical Shorts, and a local window and door installation company using TV screen targeting and simple AI-assisted creatives. They discuss why buying user attention through brand awareness can transform local client conversations, how to build effective video ads using static images and accessible tools without a massive production budget, and how often you need to refresh your video assets to avoid ad fatigue. Whether you are an agency practitioner or a local business owner looking to stand out against competitors, this episode provides a clear blueprint for adding video to your paid search mix. Key Topics Discussed: Case studies showing real reach and cost-per-view metrics on budgets as low as $10 per day.Video views campaigns vs. Demand Gen for local business objectives.Choosing the right placements and targeting for your goals.Simple methods to produce engaging video ads using existing images and AI tools in under 20 minutes.Why video campaigns should complement, rather than replace, core Google Search campaigns.You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode140 Connect with Austin Lindquist on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-lindquist-66a983159/ Learn more about Ring Ring Marketing at https://www.ringringmarketing.com/ Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode140 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode140 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Should you let Claude run your Google Ads? No. Wait... let me think about that... NO! Generative AI chatbots might be helpful for drafting emails or analyzing reports, but using them for Google Ads strategic decisions can quickly lead to costly mistakes. In episode 139 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares a real story of a Google Ads coaching client who followed advice from Claude to switch his bidding strategy. While the AI advice sounded logical on the surface, applying it without understanding the account context created skyrocketing ad spend and declining conversions. Jyll breaks down the specific technical reasons why the AI recommendation failed, including conversion data thresholds, efficiency models, and broken CRM value tracking. It's an important cautionary tale for anyone asking Claude or ChatGPT or Gemini to "audit your account" or "optimize your performance." Key topics discussed: Why AI chatbots make risky Google Ads consultantsA real case study of a bid strategy change recommended by ClaudeLow conversion volume and why value-based bidding failedHow maximize bid strategies differ from target efficiency modelsThe danger of using dynamic bidding with incomplete CRM conversion trackingWhy AI tools give confident answers even when they lack critical contextHow to safely use AI in marketing without surrendering strategic decisionsThis case study was originally published in The Insider, Jyll's Google Ads newsletter with more than 10,000 subscribers. You can read it at https://learn.jyll.ca/newsletters/the-insider/posts/claudit-google-ads-ai-advice You can get Inside Google Ads episode transcripts delivered to your inbox each week, and sign up for Jyll's free bi-weekly newsletter - The Insider - at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode139   Google Ads Coaching Need some expert human help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode139 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode139 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

In this special episode 138 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales gives an exclusive preview of her upcoming conference talks across Europe and Canada. Preparing for six presentations in 30 days, Jyll shares brand-new strategies, real client case studies, and actionable insights that she has never discussed online before. You will get a sneak peek at multi-stage lead generation bidding strategies, updates on Performance Max targeting exclusions, and the counterintuitive benefit of removing negative keywords from your campaigns. Jyll also explores how YouTube video advertising complements SEO strategies, and explains why high cost-per-click metrics can lead to lower overall acquisition costs. Finally, she offers an exclusive preview of the opening keynote from her upcoming event in Toronto, Inside Google Ads Live. Key Topics Discussed: Lead Gen Bidding Strategies: How to optimize across multiple conversion funnel stages when working with low data volume.Performance Max Exclusion Updates: True targeting exclusions versus audience signals for demographics and audience segments.Rethinking Negative Keywords: Why clearing out extensive negative keyword lists can help smart bidding find profitable conversions.YouTube Advertising for SEO Strategy: Using custom search terms and content targeting to amplify organic visibility.High CPCs vs. Lower CPA: A real-world case study on why increasing CPCs can improve campaign efficiency.Keynote Preview: A preview of the opening thesis for the Inside Google Ads Live conference in Toronto.Find the dates and ticket links for all of Jyll's upcoming speaking events at https://jyll.ca/speaker?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138 Resources mentioned in this episode: Inside Google Ads Live conference: : https://learn.jyll.ca/live?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138Episode 115 Conversion strategy: https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/115?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138Episode 109 Optimizing PMax: https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/109?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138Episode 135 Non-linear targeting: https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/135?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138Episode 110 B2B masterclass: https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/110?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138PPC Zone: https://ppc.zoneYou can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode138 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Competitor targeting in Google Ads is widely misunderstood. After seeing so much misinformation online, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales sets the record straight in episode 137. She breaks down common competitor targeting myths, explains what Google’s policies actually say, and shares how to run competitor campaigns that drive great results - while staying fully compliant. You will learn how automation features like text customization and broad matching can accidentally trigger ads that impersonate other businesses, putting your account at risk. Jyll walks through practical settings to protect your brand, including negative keywords, brand exclusions, and unbranded targeting options in AI Max. Finally, she shares a real competitor conquesting strategy she implemented with her client, and how you can achieve extraordinary (and compliant!) results. Key topics covered in this episode: The critical difference between trademark policy and misrepresentation in Google AdsWhy impersonating competitors in ad headlines breaks Google policy and local consumer protection lawsHow text customization and AI Max can lead to unintended competitor targetingPractical ways to prevent accidental policy violations using brand exclusions and negative keywordsA step-by-step strategy for running high-performing, compliant competitor comparison campaigns Jyll references this LinkedIn post by Darren Shaw in the episode: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/darrenshawwhitespark_update-moz-contacted-me-this-is-just-google-activity-7493791667062210560-dL2n You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode137 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode137 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode137 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

AI is not taking your job, but sticking to outdated manual tactics just might. In episode 136 of Inside Google Ads, Jyll Saskin Gales shares an excerpt from an interview she recently did with Erum Shaheen about the evolving role of the Google Ads media buyer. As Jyll says, AI is not new to Google Ads, but the shift from manual execution to strategic direction changes how accounts must be managed. Instead of fighting automation, Jyll says that media buyers who thrive will be the ones who master the strategic levers needed to guide AI. Success no longer comes from picking every single keyword or setting manual bids. It comes from bringing your unique data and expertise to the table to lead the system effectively. Jyll breaks down the essential foundation every account needs to give automation clear boundaries, ensure your budget produces results, and future-proof your campaigns as search continues to evolve. The full interview was originally published at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ai8fuvKAbA  Key topics discussed in this episode: Why AI is an assistant rather than a full replacement for media buyersShifting from manual campaign controls to guiding automated biddingThe three essential foundation elements: full funnel conversion tracking, customer data, and compelling creativeHow to balance exact match keywords while testing AI features for future readinessUtilizing custom segments and search terms in Demand Gen campaigns for budget friendly audience targetingLessons learned from Performance Max updates and why smaller or B2B accounts still require a direct human touchYou can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode136 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode136 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode136 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Are you tired of the same old recycled Google ads tips, tricks and "hacks"? Get ready for something new! In episode 135, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares a fresh perspective on a Google Ads strategy that works well for sensitive interest categories, highly competitive industries, tiny B2B niches, and more. It's called non-linear targeting, and it may be just what you need if your Google Ads have "stopped working" and you're not sure what to try next.  Key Topics Discussed: Why traditional linear search strategies are becoming too expensive and restrictive for many advertisersWhat non-linear targeting is and which businesses benefit from it mostHow to define your scope by distinguishing between who needs your product and your ideal customerBrainstorming adjacent audience segments across detailed demographics, affinities, and in-market optionsUsing ad creative to qualify ideal prospects while repelling non-ideal leadsReal-world non-linear targeting examples across healthcare, retail, financial services, and real estate This episode is based on Jyll's recent article for Search Engine Journal called "The Scenic Route To ROI: Mastering Non-Linear Targeting In Google Ads." You can read the article here: https://www.searchenginejournal.com/the-scenic-route-to-roi-mastering-non-linear-targeting-in-google-ads/581784/ You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode135   Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode135 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode135 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

2016 may be trending on social media, but it has no place in your Google Ads strategy! In special episode 134, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales sits down with conversion optimization expert and Heart Before Cart podcast host Talia Wolf to discuss how Google Ads has shifted, and what it really takes to succeed today. We break down how to give AI algorithms the right signals, starting with a rock-solid conversion tracking foundation, why so many ads sound identical, and how you can "TikTokify" your headlines to grab attention in search results. Plus, we discuss why your landing page, offer, and post-click sales experience matter just as much as your campaigns. Key Topics Discussed: Why fighting Google Ads automation fails and how to guide AI effectivelyJyll's 3Cs framework: Conversion tracking, Customer data, and Creative strategyHow to TikTokify text ad headlines to stand out in crowded search resultsFinding true customer motivations beyond simply competing on priceThe core mechanics of Ad Rank and how ad quality reduces your cost per clickWhy PPC, conversion optimization, and sales teams must align for success You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode134 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode134 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode134 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

If PMax is just a black box, doesn't that mean you can't optimize it? Wrong on so many levels! In Episode 133 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales breaks down five common Performance Max mistakes that even experienced digital marketers and agencies make. While PMax can be a powerful tool for scaling performance, misinterpreting its mechanics can waste your money and limit your success. In this in-depth episode, Jyll outlines practical, data-backed adjustments to help you align your strategy with how Google's AI actually works. Key topics discussed: Asset group structure, and how to test creative and signalsWhether or not to keep brand searches in PMax, and what it depends onThe one essential tool you need before running lead generation campaigns in PMaxHow to think about product duplication across PMax and Standard ShoppingWhen to actually add negative keywords or adjust your headlines, descriptions and imagesYou can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode133 Resources mentioned in this episode: All about Offline Conversion Tracking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROs6o7Lllu4Episode 109 - How to Optimize PMax: https://youtu.be/lg9ixk2KOWQGoogle Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode133 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll's courses.  Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode133 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Quality Score is one of those foundational Google Ads components that every practitioner knows is important, but figuring out how to improve it can be surprisingly difficult. In episode 132, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares her practical, step-by-step framework for increasing your Quality Score. Jyll breaks down what the three diagnostic columns actually mean: ad relevance, landing page experience, and expected click-through rate. You will learn how to audit your auction competitors using the Google Ads Transparency Center and how to borrow the best aspects of their ad text to boost your own click-through rates. Finally, Jyll examines a real-world case study from Google Ads expert Kuda Chinara, who demonstrated how improving Quality Score successfully decreased a client's cost per lead. Key Topics Discussed:  Understanding Quality Score: Learn what keyword-level Quality Score actually means and how it differs from Optimization Score and Ad Strength.The Three Diagnostic Pillars: Discover how to analyze ad relevance, landing page experience, and expected click-through rate.Competitor Spy Framework: Step-by-step instructions on using the Google Ads Transparency Center to analyze competitor ads and find inspiration.Case Study Breakdown: Review Kuda Chinara's LinkedIn case study on how improving Quality Score lowered cost per lead.Actionable Optimization Tips: Practical advice on shifting from product features to customer benefits in your ad copy.You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode132 Resources mentioned in this episode: Episode 107: Quality Score https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/107?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode132Kuda Chinhara's LinkedIn post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7467877762561781761/Jyll's The Insider newsletter issue about Quality Score: https://learn.jyll.ca/newsletters/the-insider/posts/quality-score-expected-ctr?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode132Google PageSpeed Insights tool: https://pagespeed.web.dev/Google Ads Transparency Center: https://adstransparency.google.com/ Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode132 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll''s courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode132 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

How can you navigate the sheer volume of changes coming to Google Ads every week? In this special episode, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales is joined by agency owner Duane Brown in a conversation hosted by Lunio's James Deeney. They dissect the latest announcements from Google Marketing Live (GML) and separate the genuine opportunities from the pure marketing hype. Together, they share their hands-on experiences with Google’s evolving ecosystem, offering a reality check on the tools you should actually be using—and the ones you should avoid for now.  They dive deep into the limitations of the newly rebranded Ask Advisor tool, the creative potential and compliance risks of Nano Banana Pro, and the slow but intriguing emergence of the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP). Jyll also explains why the best modern advertisers must thrive in shades of gray, balancing fundamental marketing principles with strategic automation. Whether you are managing a tight budget or setting up account-level safeguards, this episode offers a practical blueprint for future-proofing your Google Ads strategy without losing your sanity.  Key Topics Discussed: The Reality of Ask Advisor: Why Jyll recommends pausing use of this rebranded chatbot for now due to incorrect data and a lack of true agentic action.  Nano Banana Pro & Automated Creatives: Evaluating AI-generated assets for small businesses and managing brand safety and IP risks.  Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP): What UCP is, its connection to Shopify, and why you should focus on SEO foundations first.  Lead Gen Features & Journey-Aware Bidding: Why Jyll is highly optimistic about offline conversion tracking and new GML lead generation tools.  Thriving in the Gray Area: Shifting away from binary thinking to embrace smart testing without discarding classic marketing principles.  Audience Q&A: Tactical advice on campaign consolidation, managing picky clients, and starting fresh with Google Ads without feeling overwhelmed. You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode131 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode131 Inside Google Ads course More than 1000 marketers like you have mastered Google Ads with Jyll''s courses. Join Inside Google Ads now to get exclusive access to video tutorials, templates & cheat sheets, JyllBot, top industry experts, and more. See what you're missing at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode131 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

Google announced a change to how budget-limited campaigns on target-based bid strategies will work... is it time to freak out? Hardly! In episode 130 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales cuts through the hyperbole to tell you what's changing, what you need to know, and what it ACTUALLY means for your campaigns. While social media is filled with "hot takes," the reality of this update is much more straightforward than the rumors suggest. Key Topics Discussed: What the August 17, 2026 smart bidding update actually changes for target CPA and target ROAS campaignsThe difference between the red "limited by budget" warning and the yellow recommendationWhy some advertisers see an anecdotal performance "overshoot" in budget-limited campaignsPractical solutions for accounts that are chronically limited by budgetHow to use maximize bid strategies as an alternative to target-based biddingYou can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode130 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode130 Inside Google Ads course Join 400+ marketers like you who are mastering Google Ads with Jyll's Inside Google Ads membership course. You'll get exclusive access to JyllBot, and you can meet top industry experts at an exclusive live video call every single month. Learn more at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode130 Resources discussed in this episode: - Brooke Osmundson's Search Engine Journal article: https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-clarifies-smart-bidding-update-after-advertiser-concerns/581804/ - Google Ads documentation about this change: https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/17061251?hl=en - Inside Google Ads episode 7 - What should you do if your campaign is limited by budget? https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/7?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode130 - Inside Google Ads episode 93 - What does limited by budget mean in Google Ads? https://jyll.ca/insidegoogleads/93?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode130 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro

How do you actually manage your Google Ads on a day-to-day, week-to-week, or month-to-month basis? In episode 129 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales breaks down exactly how to approach campaign management across three distinct scenarios: launching a brand new campaign, maintaining a campaign that is already performing well, and diagnosing a campaign that is struggling. Whether you are dealing with skyrocketing CPCs or trying to figure out when to let machine learning do its job, this episode offers a practical framework for confident account management. Key Topics Discussed: Managing New Campaigns: What metrics to check after 2 to 3 days, with benchmarks for each campaign type.The "If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It" Maxim: Why a clean change history can be a sign of true expertise, and how to shift to higher-impact monthly tasks.Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: How to diagnose performance issues at the source instead of relying on ineffective "band-aid" tactics.The Reality of Rising CPCs: A simple exercise in the Search Terms Report to understand how Smart Bidding takes calculated risks on high-value conversions.You can get Inside Google Ads episodes delivered to your inbox each week by signing up for free at https://free.jyll.ca/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode129 Google Ads Coaching Need some expert help with your Google Ads strategy or optimizing your campaigns? Book a call with Jyll! Learn more at https://jyll.ca/pages/google-ads-coach?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode129 Inside Google Ads course Join 400+ marketers like you who are mastering Google Ads with Jyll's Inside Google Ads membership course. You'll get exclusive access to JyllBot, and you can meet top industry experts at an exclusive live video call every single month. Learn more at https://learn.jyll.ca/iga?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode129 Follow Jyll on social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/jyllsaskingales https://www.youtube.com/@the_google_pro https://www.instagram.com/the_google_pro https://www.threads.net/@the_google_pro