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And why you need to pay attention NOW, even if you’ve installed it already. Google’s mandatory migration to GA4 is one of the biggest thorns in marketers’ sides in recent memory but unfortunately it can’t be ignored. However, there are some great elements to it as well. Let’s have a quick look at it (in…
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It is critically important to understand how your site is performing in Google and know if there are any serious site issues. Luckily, you can get this information straight from the horse’s mouth using Google Search Console. Google Search Console is free, so you’d think everyone would use it, but that’s not the case. Only…
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Ever wish you could understand how Google sees your site and find out if any of your pages have issues? You can! With the Google Search Console Pages report you can: Before you get started, you’ll need to install Google Search Console on your website. Once you install it you’ll have to wait a day…
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Curious whether you’re better off investing in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) or Sponsored Search Ads in Google? Here’s a typical search result (broken out side by side for visibility): The Search ads (1) appear at the top of the page, followed by the Google Local “3 Pack” (2) with the remaining SEO listings (3) showing…
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The most insightful online marketing posts we’ve read in the last few weeks. Link Farms: What Are They and Why You Should Avoid Them Adam Steele provides a deep but comprehensible look at the black hat SEO technique that is used to manipulate search engine rankings. As a website owner, you probably get offers from…
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Want to make a break into the exciting world of digital marketing? This scholarship might be what you need to help make that happen. With the support of Alacrity Canada, PlusROI Online Marketing is launching a Digital Marketing Scholarship for students or workers who are Indigenous, Black or People of Colour. Support for successful applicants…
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As JumpStart Web’s long-time operations manager and one of PlusROI’s valued Google Ads managers, we would be remiss not to have Carmen as the next feature in our ongoing “PlusROI team” blog series! Today, learn more about Carmen’s role here at PlusROI, the hands-on work she does with our clients, and how, overall, she’s the…
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In Search Marketing, there’s an age-old debate as to which is better: Search Engine Optimization (where you appear “naturally” in Google’s Search results) or Pay Per Click Search Advertising (sponsored ads in the Google Search results). In part one of this 2-part series, we’re exploring the advantages of SEO for small business owners. The following…
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A great thing about advertising on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin or the Google Display Network is that the interfaces are quite straightforward. Unlike Search ads, most anybody can jump in and get an ad posted fairly easily. Unfortunately, however, succeeding with these ads is by no means an easy feat. Ad costs have risen dramatically because…
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It’s no secret that Google pretty much owns the Internet and you need to leverage their tools if you want to make the most of your web presence. Also, with so many tools and properties, it’s hard to know where to start. With that in mind, we’ll share a few things we’ve learned in our…
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Thanks to everyone who attended our April Webinar where we covered Google’s recent changes and focused on how you can improve your visitor experience!
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Today’s team spotlight is on none other than Heather, our star pay-per-click specialist. Today, learn more about Heather’s background in analytics and how she utilizes it. Let’s see how Heather uses her background in analytics and data to manage and track high performing international PPC accounts here at PlusROI. Now, you’ve been a member of…