Google Maps Local Results Go Photo-First

Google is now showing, in some regions, “photo-first” search results within the Google Maps search result listings. Google said this is to help search “find inspiration” a different way. So now the local listings in the Google Maps search results will show a carousel of photos above the textual details of that listing. Google said…

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Get out of the weeds

Executives have much on their plate and little time to get through it all. When presenting PPC results to a CMO or VP of marketing, many marketers make the mistake of diving too far into the weeds of their work.  Tailoring your delivery to your audience is crucial for any communication, whether it’s a presentation,…

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Bing adds new AI-powered shopping tools

Microsoft has announced new AI-powered shopping tools powered by Bing and Bing Chat. These include new price match monitors, AI-generated buying guides, and review summaries, all aimed to “help you shop and save with confidence,” Microsoft said. Price match monitors. These new price match monitors show you a product’s price after you purchase that product….

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How the Google-Reddit partnership impacts brand management

The Google-Reddit partnership is a significant development that is reshaping online brand management. This collaboration allows Google to access Reddit’s data API to enhance its product search results with real-time content from Reddit’s platform. As a result, brands must now navigate this evolving digital landscape with foresight and adaptability to protect their online presence and…

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LinkedIn to sunset lookalike audiences

LinkedIn will discontinue lookalike audiences on February 29. Why we care. Before March, advertisers must modify their audience targeting strategy, as they will no longer be able to create new lookalike audiences or edit existing ones. What are lookalike audiences? A lookalike audience allows your ads to reach new individuals who are likely interested in…

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8 red flags to watch out for

SEO has been around for decades, yet experiences with it vary widely. The fact that so many agencies offer SEO services today can give the impression that SEO is a commodity and that one provider’s offering is much like another’s.  However, not all SEO is created equal. Choosing an SEO resource or partner based on…

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