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Which search term suggests that the customer is closer to making a purchase decision?
Which search term suggests that the customer is closer to making a purchase decision?
What is primarily measured by Google's Quality Score?
What is primarily measured by Google's Quality Score?
What happens as your Quality Score improves?
What happens as your Quality Score improves?
Which factor is NOT part of the Quality Score evaluation?
Which factor is NOT part of the Quality Score evaluation?
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Which statement best describes the goal of Google Ads?
Which statement best describes the goal of Google Ads?
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What is a benefit of using 'Expert mode' when setting up a Google Ads account?
What is a benefit of using 'Expert mode' when setting up a Google Ads account?
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How can you discover the indicative bidding price for keywords?
How can you discover the indicative bidding price for keywords?
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What type of keywords tend to have higher competition and thus higher cost-per-click (CPC)?
What type of keywords tend to have higher competition and thus higher cost-per-click (CPC)?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus area when creating a new campaign in Google Ads?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area when creating a new campaign in Google Ads?
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What should you do after creating a campaign that requires a valid credit card?
What should you do after creating a campaign that requires a valid credit card?
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What is a primary function of Search Engine Marketing (SEM)?
What is a primary function of Search Engine Marketing (SEM)?
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What is a common use of the Keyword Planner tool?
What is a common use of the Keyword Planner tool?
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Which aspect related to Google Ads would NOT typically be included in campaign creation?
Which aspect related to Google Ads would NOT typically be included in campaign creation?
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Which of the following statements best describes why companies utilize SEM?
Which of the following statements best describes why companies utilize SEM?
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What characterizes long tail keywords compared to head keywords?
What characterizes long tail keywords compared to head keywords?
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In the context of SEM, what does the term 'long-tail keywords' refer to?
In the context of SEM, what does the term 'long-tail keywords' refer to?
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What is indicated by high search volume and low position in SEM?
What is indicated by high search volume and low position in SEM?
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What advantage does SEM offer compared to SEO alone?
What advantage does SEM offer compared to SEO alone?
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How can search queries contribute to understanding customer behavior in SEM?
How can search queries contribute to understanding customer behavior in SEM?
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Which statement best characterizes the relationship between SEM and the customer purchase funnel?
Which statement best characterizes the relationship between SEM and the customer purchase funnel?
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What role does a quality score play in SEM strategies?
What role does a quality score play in SEM strategies?
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Study Notes
SEM: Search Engine Marketing
- SEM involves paying for online advertising on search engines like Google.
- It differs from SEO (Search Engine Optimization), which relies on organic ranking.
- Approximately 40% of the global digital advertising budget is allocated to SEM (July 2024).
Why Use SEM?
- SEM offers faster results compared to the potentially lengthy process of SEO.
- Search Console data reveals SEM opportunities based on user search queries.
- It allows targeting customers who have demonstrated purchase intent through searches.
Understanding Search Console Data
- Analyzing search query data helps identify SEM opportunities.
- This data reveals user intent, demographics, and their stage in the purchase funnel.
- Keywords like "Bali holiday," "diabetes," and "CPF withdrawal" provide insights into user needs and preferences.
Case Study: Manitobah Mukluks
- This case study highlights SEM's ability to level the playing field for businesses of all sizes.
- It allowed Manitobah Mukluks to achieve similar exposure to larger competitors.
Setting Up a Google Ads Account
- Registration can be done using any Gmail account.
- Free credits may be available starting from the second billing cycle.
- Using "Expert Mode" can streamline the setup process, even allowing skipping the initial credit card requirement. Pause campaigns created this way until needed.
Keyword Planner & Bidding
- SEM is an auction-based system where advertisers bid on keywords (cost-per-click).
- The Keyword Planner tool helps determine:
- Search volume (user interest, driven by factors like Google Trends).
- Indicative bidding prices (competitor activity and market demand).
- The goal is to find keywords with high search volume and low competition.
Long-Tail Keywords
- Long-tail keywords (e.g., "Math tutor," "P5 Chinese tutor") are less competitive than generic head keywords (e.g., "tuition," "tutors"). They result in lower costs per click (CPC).
Google Ads Campaign Structure
- Campaigns are structured into Ad Groups and individual Ads.
- Components include bidding strategy, budget, targeting (location, language, device), scheduling, keywords, ad text, and landing pages.
- Ad text examples: "We are the top tuition agency in Singapore."
Google Ads Dashboard & Key Metrics
- The Google Ads dashboard provides data on:
- Keywords (including use of +,””, and negative keywords).
- Search terms.
- Audience demographics.
- Hands-on practice is vital for comprehensive understanding.
Keywords & the Purchase Funnel
- Keywords indicate the customer's stage in the purchase process.
- "Birthday cake" suggests a higher purchase intent compared to "cake shop near Clementi."
- SEM often targets customers further down the funnel, closer to conversion.
Quality Score
- Google aims to deliver relevant ads to users and appropriate audiences to advertisers.
- Quality Score is determined by:
- Click-Through Rate (CTR) of keywords.
- Relevance of keywords to ad groups and landing pages.
- Ad text relevance.
- Historical account performance.
- Higher Quality Scores lead to lower costs-per-click (CPC), although bidding still occurs.
How Search Works (Recap)
- Ads are only displayed if they are relevant to the user's search and provide the advertiser with a suitable audience.
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Explore the fundamentals of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and understand how it differs from Search Engine Optimization (SEO). This quiz delves into the strategic advantages of SEM, the use of Search Console data, and a case study showcasing SEM's impact. Ideal for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of digital advertising.