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EP 21: Part I: AdWords for eCommerce [Google Shopping] with CPC Strategy - Jeff Coleman

2X eCommerce Podcast · with Jeff Coleman · June 9, 2015 · 51 min

Summary

This episode is a foundational dive into Google Shopping Ads (Product Listing Ads) for e-commerce operators. Learn how to leverage Google Shopping to drive sales, with practical advice from a retail search expert. This is essential listening for anyone looking to optimize their paid search strategy.

Key takeaways

Themes

e-commerce advertisingpaid acquisitionsearch engine marketing

Topics covered

adwords for e-commercecampaign optimizationgoogle product listing ads (pla)google shopping adspaid search managementproduct feed optimizationretail search strategystructured data in advertising

Episode description

This is the first part of my AdWords for eCommerce interview with Jeff Coleman, Director of Retail Search at CPC Strategy. CPC strategy are a well respected paid search management agency with a specialist focus in retail. In the part of the interview we will speak in depth about Google Shopping Ads or Google Product Listing Ads (PLA). We cover pretty much everything retailers need to know about Google Shopping Ads today. You are bound to take a LOT of notes whilst listening to this one! More about Jeff: Jeff is the Director of Retail Search at CPC Strategy and also oversees the Structured Data Department and CPC Training Program. He founded CPC University- a program dedicated to training CPC's operational team on cutting edge retail search strategies. About CPC Strategy: CPC strategy are a well respected paid search management agency with a specialist focus in retail servicing clients such as SEARS, CLARKS (the shoe makers) and PAYLESS. I follow their company on social media as well as attend their webinars. I also read their blog and whitepapers. They do know their stuff. Given that you 2Xers are all into online retail and growth focused, I approached CPC strategy to come on the show to talk over 3 episodes about AdWords, Amazon Advertising and Facebook Advertising . This is the first AdWords Episode (Part 1) is dedicated to running eCommerce AdWords campaigns.

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about e-commerce advertising?
Google Shopping Ads are crucial for e-commerce retailers, acting as a direct sales driver.
What does this episode say about paid acquisition?
Effective Google Shopping campaigns require a deep understanding of product feeds, bidding strategies, and optimization techniques.
What does this episode say about search engine marketing?
Continuous monitoring and adjustment of Google Shopping campaigns are essential for maximizing ROAS.
What does this episode say about e-commerce advertising?
Leverage structured data to enhance the visibility and performance of your product listings on Google.
What does this episode say about e-commerce advertising?
Consider specialized agencies like CPC Strategy for expert management of complex retail search campaigns if internal resources are limited.

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