The PPC Den: Amazon PPC Advertising Mastery

In this episode with Sean Stone, we dive into the zone of possibility on Amazon. Ever wonder if your product can actually rank, or are you just throwing ad spend into the wind? We’ll break it all down — how to spot real rankable opportunities, why your conversion rate is your secret weapon, and how to build smart, isolated keyword budgets that actually make sense.Oh, and before we get serious, you’ll hear some fun warm-up stories — like why Sean has a Walt Disney mug he didn’t choose himself, and why Nicolas Cage and The Rock are now his permanent office coworkers.If you're ready to think differently about PPC and get more out of what you already have — this one's for you.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights00:00 – Intro05:00 – What is the Zone of Possibility?11:00 – How to spot rankable products18:00 – Smart PPC budget moves24:00 – Rankable vs incremental keywords31:00 – When to spend, when to stop38:00 – Your conversion rate superpower44:00 – How PPC drives organic growth ​​🦡 Resources & LinksWhere to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin🦡 ⁠GET AD BADGER⁠ ➡️Where to find Sean,  Sean StoneStone's GoodsSneaky defaults that drain your budget in 2025Should You Use Amazon Ad’s New Budget Rules?How to Use Amazon’s New Budget Tab and ReportHow Can I Use Phrase Match To Rank Higher On Amazon?Launching 54 Campaigns to Rank Multiple Products in the Top 10 on Amazon📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host:  Sean StoneSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode with Noemi Bolojan, we’re talking about something a lot of people miss — the sneaky defaults in Amazon ads that quietly eat up your budget. You set up a campaign, trust the platform to guide you, and boom — money’s leaking without you even noticing.Noemi breaks down how things like automatic bidding (yep, it goes up and down by default), broad targeting, and off-Amazon ads all kick in unless you change them. Sounds helpful, right? But in reality, those settings often work better for Amazon than they do for you.Think your product is getting shown to the right audience? Not always. Default category targeting or expanded targeting might be pushing your ads to places they don’t belong — and you’re paying for it. So if you’re running ads in 2025, this episode is a little wake-up call. We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​00:00 – Intro01:09 – Amazon Ads in 202502:43 – The Hidden Budget Drainers03:30 – Keyword Category Auto-Targeting Without Consent06:34 – Manual Targeting That’s Not Really Manual13:31 – Campaign Bidding Strategy: The “Up and Down” Trap18:17 – Maximize Reach = Maximize Waste?20:20 – Auto-Launch in Other Countries? 25:25 – Product Targeting Campaigns Showing for Keywords27:48 – Sponsored Brands30:10 – Category Targeting Defaults31:22 – Expanded Product Targeting32:51 – Sponsored Brands Defaults Across All Ad Formats34:27 – Sponsored Display Defaults to VCPM Reach36:51 – Sponsored Brands Video Glitch42:33 – Sponsored Display: All Targeting Types Defaulted On🦡 Resources & Links🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinWhere to find  Noemi, Noemi BolojanScale WaveHow to Make Amazon Advertising Profitable in 2025?Tackle 70% Wasted Spend with N-Gram Laddering in Amazon AdsHow Product Targeting in Manual Campaigns on Amazon Actually Works (Classic)Bidding On Branded Keywords: What Happens When You Turn Them Off?📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Noemi BolojanSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

You're listening to the PPC Den Podcast.In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s been on my mind lately. It all started when I was cleaning up a client's search term report. At first glance, things looked fine. Decent ACoS, plenty of conversions, nothing too dramatic. So I kept digging. And that’s when I noticed it — this pattern inside the search terms. A couple of words, just two or three, that kept repeating across multiple phrases. That’s when it hit me — this is an N-Gram problem.In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through what N-Gram Laddering is, how I used it to clean up that account, and how you can apply it to your own search term reports.  If you’ve ever felt like your campaigns are doing okay, but not great — this might be the insight you didn’t know you needed.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​00:00 – Intro01:00 – How I discovered a hidden pattern in a client account03:15 – What are N-Grams in Amazon PPC05:20 – The moment I realized it was hurting performance06:45 – Breaking down N-Gram Laddering08:10 – How to identify wasteful patterns in your search term report10:00 – When to negate and when to keep N-Grams11:30 – Applying the N-Gram mindset to your daily optimization13:00 – Common mistakes 14:15 – Why it’s worth your attention15:00 – What’s next on PPC Den 🦡 Resources & Links🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinUse the n-gram Sheet to get insight in 5 minutesN-Gram Guide: Fixing Low-Click Terms in Amazon PPCHow N-gram analysis found a keyword with 200 clicks and 1 orderHow Can I Be The Most Efficient With My N-Gram Analysis?How Do I Implement N-Gram Analysis on Amazon PPC?🎉Ad Badger v3 Software Launch Webinar📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Badger Nation,  we just dropped an epic episode with Joe from Ad Advance and it’s straight-up fire. AMC is like unlocking a secret door to your most valuable customers. I’m talking about those people who viewed your product, added it to cart, but didn’t buy—and you can bring them back with precision.Good news, AMC finally lets you layer audiences on top of your Sponsored Product campaigns. Amazon made it super easy too.  A few clicks and you’re creating killer campaigns that hit your most valuable prospects exactly when it matters.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​00:00 – Intro01:20 - What is Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC)?03:45 - Creating Your First Audience05:10 - Why Retargeting Works 10:15 - The Power of Stacking Audiences12:00 - Building Effective Funnels16:50 - Common Use Cases 20:30 - Insights on Sponsored Ads & DSP Integration 26:00 - Starting Your First AMC Audience28:30 - Using No-Code Templates30:00 - Creating Rolling vs. Fixed Audiences 32:00 - Optimizing Sponsored Ads with AMC Audiences36:00 - Outro & Where to Find Joe🦡 Resources & Links🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinWhere to find Joe, Joe ShelerudAd AdvanceHow Can I Best Use Amazon Marketing Cloud?How Do I Get Started With Amazon DSP?An Introduction to Targeting Options on the Amazon DSPInto The Great Unknown: Amazon DSP With Kiri MastersUsing Amazon DSP and AMC to Fully Understand the Customer JourneyAmazon DSP Campaign Setup Made Easy: A Complete GuideFinding Your Audience in Amazon’s Demand-Side Platform (DSP)🎉Ad Badger v3 Software Launch Webinar📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Joe ShelerudSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Hello Badger Nation,In this episode, we’re joined by Mike Frekey for a practical and insightful look into Amazon’s Product Opportunity Explorer. Mike walks us through real use cases (including a wild one involving “cool thing for mom” and a surprise detour into music boxing machines).The big insight?  You don’t have to guess what the market wants—Amazon is telling you. You just have to know where (and how) to look.📝 Your homework? Open Product Opportunity Explorer, choose one niche, and dig into the trends, features, and customer feedback that could shape your next product move. And don’t forget to share your findings in the comments—we’d love to hear what you discover!We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Resources & Links00:00 – Intro01:20 – Locus of Control in Marketing02:44 – Intro to Product Opportunity Explorer05:17 – Why Sellers Use POE06:45 – Mother's Day Gift Search Example11:00 – Search Term Deep Dive13:32 – Trend: “Cool Thing for Mom”16:07 – Purchase Drivers17:45 – Negative Feature Impact 21:29 – Review Insights & Returns26:17 – Broad vs. Specific Search Terms27:01 – Music Box Category Deep Dive31:00 – Iterating on Product Ideas34:30 – Trends & Competition 35:24 – When This Comes Up in PPC 38:20 – POE Feature Wishlist🦡 Highlights ​​🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinWhere to find Mike, Mike FrekeyIG PPCHow Can I Reach My Full Potential In The Amazon PPC Space?How Can I Best Use The Product Opportunity Explorer For My Amazon PPC Campaign?How Do I Maximize Sales With Amazon’s Product Opportunity Explorer?Product Opportunity Explorer Unlocks Amazon Success📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Mike FrekeySenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Have you ever had one of those moments where you realize you’ve been looking at something the wrong way this whole time? Yeah, that’s exactly what happened in this episode.Michael from Ad Badger sat down with Abe Chomali, and they got real about something a lot of Amazon sellers don’t want to admit—just because your ads are bringing in sales doesn’t mean you’re actually making money. They talked about why ACOS can be super misleading, how some brands are spending more and somehow making less, and why profitability is the real metric that matters. Also, did you know there’s an entire eBay market for failed startup swag? Because I didn’t, and now I can’t stop thinking about it.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​00:00 – Why Kirkland hoodies are a thing01:24 – Would you rather have lunch with Joe Camel or the Marlboro Man?03:07 – The biggest challenge for Amazon sellers in 202505:20 – Why ACOS and ROAS don’t tell the full story anymore07:58 – The hidden pressure on margins 12:06 – The problem with tracking profitability per product18:17 – Why some products look unprofitable but actually drive huge sales23:19 – The biggest mistake people make when analyzing ad spend28:38 –  Balancing high ACOS vs. low ACOS campaigns35:31 – The one report every Amazon seller should check weekly40:09 – How to spot anomalies in your Amazon data45:48 – The unexpected backstory behind Abe’s office décor🦡 Resources & Links🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinWhere to find Abe, Abe ChomaliXP StrategyAmazon Advertising Stats for 2025RPSB (Research peel stick and block) 2025 Update2025 Amazon Marketing Resolutions and Intentions3 Must-Try Amazon PPC Strategies for Higher ROAS & Lower ACOS📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Abe ChomaliSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

Whenever we have a guest, we aim for the best, and this episode is no exception. Mansour Norouzi, Director of Advertising and Partner at Incrementum Digital, joins the show to break down Amazon’s new “Top Conversion Paths” report. This tool, now available in the Amazon Advertising Console, helps sellers understand how customers interact with different ad types before making a purchase. Mansour and Mike discuss how this data can reveal hidden touchpoints, challenge traditional last-click attribution, and reshape how advertisers allocate their budgets.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​00:00 – Intro02:37 – Conversion paths overview05:31 – Customer journey08:36 – Last-click issues11:31 – Multi-touch attribution14:10 – Future attribution models28:10 – Brand comparison32:16 – New-to-brand sales36:40 – Data discrepancies40:11 – Outro​​🦡 Resources & Links🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinWhere to find Mansour, Mansour NorouziIncrementum DigitalWhat is the SKU Economics Report and How It Boosts Amazon Ads?How Can I Best Use The Search Query Performance Report?What Brand Halo? The  Sponsored Brands Attributed Purchase ReportHow Do I Identify and Handle Duplicates in Amazon Search Term Report?3 Filters to Use Weekly in Your Search Term Report on Amazon📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Mansour NorouziSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael from Ad Badger shares the one Amazon PPC fix you’re probably ignoring, and it’s surprisingly easy. No need for complicated strategies or extra spend—just a simple tweak that can instantly improve your results: adjusting your keyword match types. Most sellers overlook this, but once you understand it, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner.If you’re ready to stop wasting money and start seeing real improvements, hit play and learn the easiest fix to boost your Amazon PPC performance.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​00:00 – Intro02:15 – What are match types?05:30 – Common match type mistakes07:00 – Why this tweak can boost your results09:45 – Save time and money with this easy fix12:00 – Outro🦡 Resources & Links🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson FacchinAmazon Campaign Types Mega Mind MapHow to Use Broad Match and Modified Broad Match on Amazon?How Can I Use Phrase Match To Rank Higher On Amazon?How Do I Make The Most of Amazon’s New Broad Match Update?The Complete Amazon Campaign Types Reference GuideIs Exact Match Always Best?📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, we revisit the classic Research, Peel, Stick & Block (RPSB) strategy with Clément Hynaux, campaign manager at Ad Badger. Originally introduced in 2018, we break down how it has evolved over the years, whether it’s still relevant in 2025, and how to adapt it to modern Amazon PPC practices. We dive into campaign structure, which is much more complex than it seems, and discuss why it’s more like "vegetables" 🥕 than "chocolate."🍫 We analyze the impact of rising CPCs on keyword research, debate whether blocking keywords in source campaigns is still a good practice, and explore the concept of search term graduation, which has gradually replaced the traditional RPSB approach.  We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:00 – Meet Clément Hynaux from Ad Badger 02:00 - Throwback to the 2018 RPSB method 06:00 - CPCs are wild now – what changed? 10:00 - Are auto campaigns still useful? 14:00 - Proactive negatives = saving $$$ 18:00 - Search term graduation > RPSB? 25:00 - Blocking keywords: yes or no? 28:00 - Final thoughts & PPC wisdom 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-erickson-facchin/ Where to find Clément, Clément Hynaux https://www.linkedin.com/in/clement-hynaux  RPSB: Still The Best Keyword Research Strategy? https://www.adbadger.com/blog/amazon-ppc-education/rpsb-still-the-best-keyword-research-strategy/  Amazon PPC Keyword Research in 2020: RPSB Revisited https://www.adbadger.com/blog/ppc-den-podcast-ep-59-amazon-ppc-keyword-research-in-2020-rpsb-revisited/  How Do I Identify And Handle Search Term Duplicates In Amazon Advertising? https://www.adbadger.com/blog/manage-duplicate-search-terms-on-amazon/  New Keyword Research Approach: Gain New Clients for Amazon PPC https://www.adbadger.com/blog/new-keyword-research-approach-gain-new-clients-for-amazon-ppc-ppc-den-podcast/  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook: https://www.adbadger.com/amazon-ppc-checklist/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.adbadger.com/newsletter/ Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist: https://www.adbadger.com/amazon-ppc-checklist/  Review all our show notes: https://www.adbadger.com/podcast​​​​​-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Clément HynauxSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

After being internet friends for years, Mina Elias, founder of Trivium, finally joins Michael on the show to share his thorough analysis of how to conduct an Amazon PPC campaign audit, including what timeframes to consider, what strategies to use when fixing underperforming campaigns, and what step-by-step actions to prioritize when identifying profitable search terms, and more. It’s a jam-packed episode, and you’ll want to take notes! Enjoy!This episode is a rerelease of one of our most popular episodes. Please note the resources and link section for any relevant updates.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!Disclaimer: In this episode, Michael says the Ad Badger Apps optimizes almost 2 million bids a day, but as of this publishing date, we actually optimize nearly 3 million bids per day.🦡 Highlights ​​0:00 - What to expect in this episode2:52 - Small talk: Basking in the sunlight4:24 -  What MMA has to do with Amazon PPC7:59 - Get to know Mina Elias & Trivium10:47 - How do I walk through a campaign audit?21:01 - What timeframes are most valuable in an audit?27:39 - Most common problem in Amazon campaigns39:24 - Rapid fire Q&A (All the things!)52:30 - Your homework: Test everything. Track everything.If you like what you hear, leave us a video review! 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Where to find Mina Elias, Trivium Mina’s LinkedIn Live Amazon PPC Campaign Audit Which Non-PPC Skills Make You Better At PPC? Live Amazon PPC Campaign Audit Why Do I Need A New Strategy For Account Averages In Amazon Advertising? How Do I Improve Amazon Total ACOS Fast? Boost Organic Ranking Trivium LI Analytics Template The A-Z Of Amazon SEO And How To Rank Your Product On Amazon How Do I Optimize My Amazon Campaign Structure? Amazon SEO’s Midgame What Is A Good Amazon Campaign Naming Structure? Inside Look At Amazon PPC Software Start-Up – Fireside Chat With Ad Badger CEO What Do I Do When My Amazon PPC Has Hit The Point Of Diminishing Returns? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Mina EliasSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno Podcast Coordinator and Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash

Have you heard of Ngram analysis? Even if you have, do you know how to actually use it? Most people understand what it is but aren’t sure how to apply it effectively.Today, together with Michael Tejeda, we’re breaking down Ngram optimization and how it can help you manage your Amazon advertising. We’ll show you how to identify search terms that are wasting your budget and uncover hidden opportunities for growth.This isn’t just theory. We’ll go through real examples, step-by-step actions, and practical insights to help you analyze your data and improve your campaign performance.We’ll see you in The PPC Den!🦡 Resources & Links00:02 – Intro01:48 - 04:59 – What is Ngram analysis04:59 - 07:57 – The problem with low-click search terms 07:57 - 11:18 – How Ngram groups data11:18 - 19:10 – Cutting wasted ad spend19:10 - 26:53 – Finding 200 clicks, 1 order keyword 26:53 - 31:32 – Fixing bad keywords31:32 - 37:52 – Finding profitable keywords🦡 Highlights ​​🦡GET AD BADGER ➡️Where to find Michael,⁠ Michael Erickson Facchin⁠👨‍💻The n-gram toolHow Can I Be The Most Efficient With My N-Gram Analysis?How Do I Implement N-Gram Analysis on Amazon PPC?N-Gram Guide: Fixing Low-Click Terms in Amazon PPC📚Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing PlaybookSubscribe to our newsletterTransform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklistReview all our show notes-Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson FacchinGuest Co-Host: Michael TejedaSenior Producer: Nancy Lili GonzalezPodcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia PodashVideo and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Happy Valentine’s Day, Badger Nation! It’s time to pour some Chardonnay, turn on the jazz, and throw some rose petals on the ground because today, we’re talking about the Amazon PPC optimizations we love to do. Іn this special Valentine’s episode, we’re putting aside the usual PPC frustrations and focusing on 3 Amazon PPC optimizations I absolutely love—strategies that will help you fall in love with your results and boost your performance. Visit our website, search for “Ad Badger Amazon PPC Checklist,” and let us send some love your way with a free checklist straight to your inbox!💌 We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 - Happy Valentine’s Day, PPC lovers 0:20 – Bid adjustments = sweet attention to your audience 0:40 – Perfect keywords? It’s true love for your PPC 1:20 – Test and tweak, just like any good relationship 2:00 – Ad placements are like love at first sight—get them right 3:00 – Track your data—communication is key 4:00 – Negative keywords: set boundaries for success 5:00 – Craft your ad copy like a love letter 6:00 – Targeting is Cupid’s arrow—hit the mark 7:00 – Review and adjust—keep your PPC relationship strong 8:00 – Optimize bids like picking the perfect flowers 9:00 – Track success—know what’s working 10:00 – Consistency is the key to lasting PPC love ​​🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin 💌 Ad Badger Amazon PPC Checklist Why Aren’t You Testing Placement Adjustments in Amazon PPC? 2025 Amazon Marketing Resolutions and Intentions Why the ‘Perfect’ Amazon PPC Account Is a Myth? The Complete Amazon Advertising Evergreen Campaign Strategy Guide (Classic) 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

The most successful Amazon marketers think big-picture about their teams. Does your Amazon Growth Team contain these nine key players?  In this week’s epic episode, Michael and Steven Pope take inspiration from Marvel Cinematic Universe to explain which superhero is the best metaphorical hire for each role that your business needs for perfect synergy.  Note: While having Avengers knowledge is beneficial, we believe anyone could understand what we mean. Here’s the Avenger’s Wiki page if you need it. This episode is a rerelease of one of our most popular episodes. Please note the resources and link section for any relevant updates. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro - Who to hire for synergy 05:57 - Who’s the Nick Fury of your business? 07:54 - Do you have someone overlooking marketing, finance, and operations? 10:11 - Which superhero to hire to do your PPC 11:54 - Which superhero to hire to do your SEO 17:39 - Does your business hire for design, merchandising, optimizing? 18:16 - Which superhero to hire for merchandising & branding 22:20 - Which superhero to hire for optimizing/ A-B testing 28:27 - Which superhero to hire as your designer 34:14 - Who to hire for your Amazon operations 34:43 - Which superhero to hire for inventory management 40:39 - Which superhero to hire to do customer service 42:50 - Which superhero to hire to manage your finances 47:18 - Which superhero to hire for catalog troubleshooting 50:00 - Always be hiring - Avengers Assemble 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Where to find Steven The masterpiece SEO collaboration playlist Org Chart for Avengers of Amazon The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Business Don’t Work and What to Do About It Traction: A Startup Guide to Getting Customers PickFu App Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Steven Pope Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, join Mike and Mike Danford as they dive deep into a controversial Amazon PPC strategy that many sellers overlook but could save you thousands. Are your ads failing because you're not testing placement-specific campaigns? Let’s talk about what we uncovered. Here’s the hard truth: most Amazon sellers waste up to 90% of their ad spend on clicks that don’t convert. Shocking, right? But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode, we break down why duplicating campaigns and focusing on specific placements like product pages or search results can revolutionize your PPC strategy. Mike Danford, a seasoned pro from Adverio, shares how his team achieved single-digit ACOS by splitting campaigns into two distinct groups—one optimized for top-of-search results, the other laser-focused on product page placements. Curious about how this works? We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro 03:20 – Challenges with Amazon placement settings 04:16 – Understanding placements and bid modifiers 06:50 – Amazon’s intention behind placement options 08:12 – Base bid importance for auction visibility 09:45 – CPC differences across categories 11:51 – Testing and adapting strategies for PPC success 12:40 – Amazon reps specializing by category 13:13 – Duplicating campaigns for placement focus 18:02 – Negative ASINs affecting search terms 21:20 – Structuring campaigns by placements 23:33 – Placement-specific adjustments improving control 26:08 – Auto campaigns benefiting from segmentation 28:35 – Top of search vs. product page focus 29:44 – Success of the strategy during Prime Day 30:40 – Stable periods for effective testing 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Where to find Mike, Mike Danford How Can I Utilize Sponsored Brand Placements for my Amazon PPC Campaigns? How to Incorporate “Adjust Bids by Placement” into Your Keyword Bids (Part 1)  How to Incorporate “Adjust Bids by Placement” into Your Keyword Bids (Part 2) Listener Q&A: Optimizing Placement Settings  Negative ASIN in Amazon PPC Auto Campaigns: Is it Possible?   📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Mike Danford Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode with Mina Elias from Trivium, we explored TikTok Shop and its impact on Amazon PPC. At first, we weren’t sure it was worth the effort—TikTok seemed chaotic compared to Amazon’s predictable PPC campaigns. But after seeing how younger shoppers use TikTok to discover products, we decided to test it. We started small: listed one product, worked with creators to make videos, and ran a few ads.  SPOILER: Yes, Amazon PPC sellers should try TikTok Shop.  We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro 06:00  - TikTok Shop Overview 08:46 - Starting TikTok Shop 12:46 - Improving TikTok Content 15:38 - Scaling TikTok Ads 18:21 - Amazon Growth via TikTok 22:05 - Creative Strategies on TikTok 26:43 - TikTok Shop Results 32:06 - Shopping Behavior Trends 35:49 - Running TikTok Ads 39:27 - Outro 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Where to find Mina, Mina Elias⁠ 2025 Amazon Marketing Resolutions and Intentions What’s the Best Way to Manage an Amazon Brand? Exploring Agency Strategies Clement, 9 Year Amazon PPC Veteran Interviews Michael, CEO Of Ad Badger How Do Technical and Creative Strategies Work Together in Amazon PPC? What should you do first when Amazon PPC sales drop?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Mina Elias Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Michael dives into one of the biggest PPC headaches: non-converting spend. He doesn’t hold back, starting with a shocking stat—$500,000 wasted annually on clicks that don’t convert. If your ACOS feels out of control, it’s not because of your converting clicks. It’s those silent budget thieves—non-converting ones—that are dragging you down. Non-converting spend hides in your reports, and most people ignore it after their first analysis. By the end of the episode, Michael doesn’t just show you how to clean up your account; he makes you see non-converting spending for what it is—a fixable problem. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Introduction 1:28 - The Real Cost of Waste 2:55 - Why Non-Converting Spend Matters 4:22 - Real Account Example 5:39 - Hidden Waste in Good Accounts 7:08 - How Non-Converting Spend Adds Up 8:37 - Tracking Non-Converting Spend 10:05 - Practical Tools for Eliminating PPC Waste 14:21 - ACOS Power Ratio 15:51 - Cleaning Up Campaigns for Better ACOS 20:04 - N-gram Analysis 21:50 - Duplicate Search Terms 25:12 - Outro 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin  The N-gram Sheet 2025 Amazon Marketing Resolutions and Intentions How to Optimize Minimum and Maximum Bids in Amazon PPC to Improve ACoS Non-Converting Spend: Misunderstood or Mismanaged? A Closer Look at Your PPC Campaigns What strategies can help minimize wasted spend in Amazon PPC? How does conversion rate influence ACOS on Amazon? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael sits down with Sean Stone of Stone’s Goods to break down the essentials of Amazon listings. They talk about when and why it’s time to update or create one. Launching a new product? Your listing isn’t just there to fill space. It’s the first impression your product makes. Great images, sharp copy, and the right keywords are the foundation.  But it’s not just about new products. Sean explains how search term data can guide updates. Then there’s the competition. Michael and Sean dive into what to do when a competitor is outperforming you. Maybe their copy highlights benefits better, or their images feel more professional. Instead of just watching them win, use their strengths to improve your own game. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Introduction 05:31 - Protecting against competitors 08:01 - Psychology of optimization 11:16 - When to refresh listings 13:46 - Seasonal trends in keywords 16:01 - Discovering new search terms 19:31 - Words vs. images in listings 23:01 - Custom GPT for listings 27:01 -  Fine-tuning listing titles 32:01 - Metrics for listing success 37:01 - Climbing the rankings 45:01 - Avoiding analysis paralysis 57:01 - Experimenting with changes 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-erickson-facchin/  Where to find Sean, Sean Stone Custom GPT for listings Is Your Amazon Listing Stuck in 2016? 11 Things to Fix Right Now Overcoming Challenges of Running Google Ads to Amazon Listings Common Mistakes With Amazon Product Listings and How to Avoid Them (Classic) Ad Badger & TurnKey: Amazon Product Listing Optimization How To Use Psychology To Master Amazon PPC 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist  Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Sean Stone Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael and Brent Zahradnik of AMZ Pathfinder look ahead to 2025 and talk about what’s changing in Amazon advertising. From enhanced analytics and new data in Brand Analytics to AI integration and sponsored ad optimization, they dive into the future of digital advertising. You'll learn how Amazon Marketing Cloud is changing data analysis, what new creative possibilities Generative AI offers, and why Sponsored Display is becoming more dynamic. The focus also includes ADSP updates, process automation, and how these innovations can make your campaigns more effective. This episode is for anyone who wants to stay ahead in the world of Amazon advertising and adapt to the changes new technologies will bring. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Beginning: New Year’s plans 5:23 - AMC importance 8:00 - Connecting ads 11:01 - SQPR insights 14:12 - Ad tracking sheet 18:23 - AI for ads 25:06 - Human-made content 27:29 - AI search focus 30:04 - Ad automation 36:18 - ADSP updates 39:29 - TikTok Shops goal 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Where to find Brent, Brent Zahradnik Using Amazon DSP and AMC to Fully Understand the Customer Journey How Can I Best Use Amazon Marketing Cloud? What Amazon PPC Updates Do You Need for 2024? What Top Amazon Sellers Won’t Tell You About AI Video Ads Is Your Amazon Listing Stuck in 2016? 11 Things to Fix Right Now  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Brent Zahradnik Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

You’re sipping cocoa, maybe rocking a festive sweater, thinking, ‘Did I really survive this year?’ Hi, I’m Michael Erickson Facchin, and yes, you did. 🎄🎁 In this video, I’m taking a moment to say THANK YOU for being part of Badger Nation and tuning in week after week since 2017. You made it through 2024, and while you rest up with family, know this: 2025 is coming, and Amazon PPC isn’t slowing down. So, enjoy your well-deserved break (you earned it), but don’t leave your strategy ‘Home Alone.’ Come January, we’ll be back in the Badger Den, ready to tackle everything Amazon throws at us – booby traps included.  Thanks for an incredible year. Happy Holidays, and I’ll see you in 2025! 🎉 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 – Did You Survive 2024?🎄 0:13 – Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Don’t Forget to Breathe! 0:44 – 2017 to 2024: You Keep Showing Up. I See You.  0:55 – 2025? Bring It On. Booby Traps Included.🪤🎆 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Special Edition: Celebrating the Milestone 300th Episode with the Amazon PPC Den What’s the Best Way to Manage an Amazon Brand? Exploring Agency Strategies Clement, 9 Year Amazon PPC Veteran Interviews Michael, CEO Of Ad Badger Amazon PPC Mastery on Vacation: Manage Like a CEO with Our Free Weekly Sheet 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Mike sits down with Emma from Marketing by Emma to uncover 11 things ruining your Amazon listings — and some of them are downright embarrassing. If you’re still stuffing keywords like it’s 2016 or using ALL CAPS to scream at your customers, this one’s for you. Emma pulls no punches. Emojis in your bullets? Amazon says no. Satisfaction guarantees? Not allowed. And let’s talk about those comparison charts — you get one. Just one. Mike keeps it real, throwing in stories about keyword stuffing from the early SEO days (shoutout to Lexus for hiding white text on white backgrounds — we see you), while Emma reminds us that Amazon’s AI is smarter than you think. This isn’t 2016 anymore. You can’t trick the system, and you definitely can’t trick your customers. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro 2:30 - Satisfaction guarantee / warranty 3:50 - Emojis in Listings 5:20 - Comparison Charts 7:00 - Greenwashing Claims 9:10 - Too Many Keywords 11:00 - Long Bullets 13:00 - Restricted Language 15:30 - Caps Lock 17:00 - Out-of-Season Content 18:40 - Poorly Edited Photos 20:10 - Generic Language 22:00 - Amazon Rule Changes 26:00 - Keyword Evolution 32:00 - Fake Photos and Trust 49:00 - Where to Find Emma 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael, Michael Erickson Facchin Where to find Emma, Emma Schermer Tamir Common Mistakes With Amazon Product Listings and How to Avoid Them How to Send Google Ads Traffic to Your Amazon Listing Ad Badger & TurnKey: Amazon Product Listing Optimization The PPC-ers Guide to Getting Started with SEO on Amazon Ad Badger’s Amazon SEO Guide Part 0: Master Keyword List 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Emma Shermer Tamir Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Got high ACoS driving you crazy? In this solo chat, Michael breaks down a simple but game-changing idea: setting minimum and maximum bids in your Amazon PPC campaigns. You’ll learn when to push bids higher, when to pull them back, and how to stay in control without losing your mind (or your money). Michael breaks it all down: how to stay competitive with ranking keywords, when to cap your bids, and how to use revenue per click (RPC) to nail your target ACoS. Simple tips, real examples. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 -  Intro  0:57 - Why bid boundaries matter 7:04 - When to use minimum bids 9:02 - When to use maximum bids 10:06 - Advanced min-max strategies 12:01 - Using bid history to optimize 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Michael,⁠ Michael Erickson Facchin⁠ ⁠The Simplified Q4 Bids & Budget System for Amazon Sellers⁠ How Should I Set My Starting Bid For An Amazon PPC Campaign?⁠ ⁠Bidding On Branded Keywords: What Happens When You Turn Them Off?⁠ ⁠Find Your Bid Style: Which of These 7 Amazon PPC Personalities Are You? ⁠ ⁠How does conversion rate influence ACOS on Amazon? ⁠ 📚 ⁠Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter:⁠ ⁠https://www.adbadger.com/newsletter/⁠ ⁠Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist⁠ ⁠Review all our show notes⁠ - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

Emma Shermer Tamir of Marketing by Emma joins Michael this week to offer a concise strategy for writing Amazon product listings that real humans can read and understand so you can appeal to customers and not just bots. Amazon’s primary focus is the customer’s experience, so it should be yours too. This episode is for you if you want to know what a clear listing really looks like! This episode is a rerelease of one of our most popular episodes. Please note the resources and link section for any relevant updates. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 -  Intro - Badger claws out! 1:17 -  Working on Amazon Ads while traveling 3:23 - Recent book recommendations 6:50 - How Amazon Ads has changed over the years  13:33 - How product page optimization evolved 17:11 - How to coach clients to pay attention to product listings 21:19 - Define & identify “keyword stuffing” 25:28 - How to clean up keyword stuffing 32:30 - How to organize product listing for clarity 35:37 - How to know if a listing is clear 41:45 - Future mini-series coming?! 🦡 Resources & Links 🎁This Black Friday win PPC with 25% of:  https://www.adbadger.com/  🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Emma, Marketing by Emma Thinking in Bets – Annie Duke (book) The Choice - Edith Eger (book) How Keyword Dumping Ruins Your PPC Campaigns Hemingway app The 3 Questions Your Amazon Product Listing Should Answer Amazon CTR 101 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes] - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Emma Shermer Tamir Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode with Elizabeth Greene from Junglr, we share 6 smart ways to win on Black Friday. Stop wasting time refreshing Ad Console—it’s not showing the full picture. We’ll show you why Business Reports are your real MVP. Bleeding keywords? Gone. Runaway budgets? Handled. Data delays? Laughable. We’ll also cover why untested keywords and runaway budgets can ruin your sales. If your prep work fell through or you’re still scrambling, this is the no-fluff guide you need to stay in control and win big. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro 03:28 – Tip #1: Avoid relying on Ad Console 07:33 – Tip #2: Budget Boosts That Matter 16:20 – Tip #3: Smart Bidding Only 23:16 – Tip #4: Kill Dead Keywords Now 27:34 – Tip #5: Fix Costly Search Terms 29:28 – Tip #6: Double Down on Winners 30:54 – Personal Black Friday Plans 🦡 Resources & Links 🎁This Black Friday: win PPC with 25% of:  https://www.adbadger.com/  🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Elizabeth Greene,  https://junglr.com/  Amazon Black Friday 2024: How to Strategize the Best Deals for Maximum Savings 4 Ways To Approach Black Friday & Cyber Monday for Amazon PPC-ers How Do I Evaluate Amazon Buyers’ Activity After Black Friday-Cyber Monday? 3 Strategies for Common Black Friday- Cyber Monday Amazon Advertising Worries Is It Profitable to Advertise Black Friday Weekend? Ramping Up For Cyber Monday and Black Friday With Data-Driven PPC Strategies 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Elizabeth Greene Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and diving straight into what Amazon DSP, AMC, and Streaming TV really mean for your ad strategy. Together with Sam Lee from Trivium, we’re exposing the behind-the-scenes insights Amazon won’t spell out—how DSP can impact your bottom line, where AMC’s data advantage actually kicks in, and why so many brands are still missing the mark by ignoring the customer journey. We’ll show you exactly when to use AMC’s data to validate your ad spend, when DSP is just burning cash, and why first-click and last-click attribution are more than just metrics—they’re the key to finding out if your strategy’s worth it. If you're ready to stop wasting budget and make every click count, this episode is your wake-up call. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro 3:38 - Intro to Amazon Marketing Cloud 4:25 - Understanding Attribution Models 5:21 - Importance of Data with a Purpose 7:01 - How AMC De-duplicates Attribution 8:44 - Using SQL Queries with AMC Data 11:30 - DSP’s Impact on Consumer Journey 25:03 - Measuring DSP’s Incremental Sales Value 🦡 Resources & Links 🎁This Black Friday: win PPC with 25% of 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Sam Lee, https://triviumco.com/  How Do I Get Started With Amazon DSP? An Introduction to Targeting Options on the Amazon DSP Into the Great Unknown: Amazon DSP with Kiri Masters Amazon DSP Campaign Setup Made Easy: A Complete Guide Finding Your Audience in Amazon’s Demand-Side Platform (DSP) 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Sam Lee  Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Michael teams up with Amazon PPC expert Blair Forrest to tackle one of the biggest challenges sellers are facing right now: Amazon’s new inbound placement fees. These sneaky fees are quietly chipping away at sellers’ profits, and most don’t even realize how much they’re paying. Did you know Amazon now charges you extra just to split your shipments across its warehouses? Michael and Blair break down exactly how these fees work, why they’ve become every seller’s nightmare, and, most importantly, how you can fight back. They’ll reveal the surprising tricks to slash these costs — from choosing the right number of warehouses to partnering with prep centers that can save you thousands. They even explore how some brands have completely sidestepped Amazon’s fees by thinking outside the box. If you’re tired of watching Amazon eat into your margins, this episode is packed with clear, actionable strategies that can make a real difference. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Amazon's New Profit Killer: Placement Fees 1:16 - How These Fees Are Draining Seller Profits 5:57 - Pay or Split: The Costly Choice for Sellers 9:21 - Breaking Down Amazon's Fee Structure 13:15 - The AWD Loophole: Amazon’s Secret Workaround 16:40 - Hack Your Logistics Costs Now 21:11 - The Future of Amazon Agencies: Get Ready 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Blair Forrest, AMZ Prep  Why the ‘Perfect’ Amazon PPC Account Is a Myth? https://youtu.be/BHAcBcS29W4  The Simplified Q4 Bids & Budget System for Amazon Sellers What is Amazon IPI Score? 10 Steps to Maximize Amazon FBA Inventory Limits How Do I Perfect My Amazon Inventory Management? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Blair Forrest Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this solo podcast, Michael Erickson Facchin is here to make sure you don’t just “survive” Amazon’s Q4 madness—you dominate it. Cyber Monday, Black Friday, holiday shopping chaos? Bring it on. Michael’s breaking down his no-BS strategy to pump up your bids, ramp up your budgets, and grab every sale you can. Think you can just ride the wave? Think again. Not this season! Because as Michael says, sitting back with a coffee on Black Friday might just cost you the big bucks.  Plus, it’s the one time of year Ad Badger offers their exclusive discount.  Don’t let Santa’s sleigh pass you by—gear up and get ready to conquer Q4 like a pro! Subscribe to our newsletter so you never miss our biggest annual sale—stay in the loop for our best offers all year! We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - Michael’s no-BS bid & budget strategy 03:44 - Black Friday data deep dive – time to strategize 05:24 - Set your goals now 10:00 - Michael’s Q4 system 14:23 - Insane Q4 sales stats you can’t ignore 20:01 - The Q4 sales wave is here  31:24 - Ad Badger’s only sale of the year  🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Why the ‘Perfect’ Amazon PPC Account Is a Myth? How Should I Set My Starting Bid For An Amazon PPC Campaign? Bidding On Branded Keywords: What Happens When You Turn Them Off? Find Your Bid Style: Which of These 7 Amazon PPC Personalities Are You? 4 Ways To Approach Black Friday & Cyber Monday for Amazon PPC-ers 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist  Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Ever feel overwhelmed by all those “let me audit your Amazon PPC account” offers? If you've been told a simple audit will give you a “perfect” account, it's time for a reality check. In this episode, we’re breaking down why a flawless PPC account doesn’t exist—and why the real secret to success is staying active, testing, and evolving. Joining us is Noemi Bolojan  from Scale Wave, a talented Amazon PPC marketer and friend of the show, here for her fifth episode. Together, we’ll explore how audits can actually help when they’re used as a tool for growth, not a quick fix. So if you’re looking to take your Amazon PPC to the next level, tune in as we uncover the real path to progress. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 - The “Perfect” Amazon PPC Account? Spoiler Alert: It’s a Myth 3:00 - Why We Can’t Stop Optimizing 4:00 - Meet Noemi Bolojan – The Amazon PPC Audit Ninja 8:06 - Custom Audits: Tailoring the “Doctor Visit” for Your PPC Health 14:18 - Breaking Down the Ad Spend – Where’s Your Money Going? 24:59 - How to Keep Your PPC Muscles Strong 29:00 - The Final Word on PPC: If You’re Not Expanding, You’re Shrinking ​​🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ How Can An Amazon Campaign Audit Help My Business? The Complete Amazon Advertising Evergreen Campaign Strategy Guide (Classic) Non-Converting Spend: Misunderstood or Mismanaged? A Closer Look at Your PPC Campaigns What strategies can help minimize wasted spend in Amazon PPC? What Do I Do With Wasted Ad Spend? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist  Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Noemi Bolojan Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael sits down with Shane White  of Nobul Partners to reveal the untold secrets behind AI video ads and why top Amazon sellers are keeping them under wraps. Together, they dig into how AI is transforming video ad creation, boosting click-through rates, and why creative optimization is the next big thing in Amazon advertising. Shane shares how his team has been experimenting with AI video for nearly a year, delivering 5x higher conversion rates for their clients.  From using 3D renders to customizing video for specific keywords, this episode gives you a real inside look at how AI is making video ads faster, cheaper, and more effective. ‘We’re creating ads that finally hit the mark without the crazy price tag,’ Shane says, as they walk through practical examples and tips you can start using today. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 – Intro  2:15 – The Early Advantage of Sponsored Brand Video Ads 3:30 – Why Video Ads Are Getting Expensive 5:16 – How Hyper-Focused Video Content Can Boost Results 7:27 – Big Ads vs. Simple AI Solutions 10:16 – Using AI to Create, Low-Cost Video Ads 14:45 – Testing & Customizing Videos for Maximum Impact 19:29 – Quick Wins with AI Video Targeting and Conversion 25:33 – Competing with Big Brands Using AI Video Ads 39:02 – Creative Optimization & Client Reactions 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️  Profit Reset on an Aggressive Amazon Brand: A Strategy Shift Non-Converting Spend: Misunderstood or Mismanaged? A Closer Look at Your PPC Campaigns How Search Term Algorithms Boost Amazon PPC? How does conversion rate influence ACOS on Amazon? How Do Technical and Creative Strategies Work Together in Amazon PPC? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Shane White Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In This Special Episode of the PPC Den Podcast... Badger Nation, it's time to celebrate! 🎉 We’ve officially hit 300 episodes of diving deep into Amazon PPC. That’s 300 rounds of CTR tweaks, ACoS wins, and keyword battles—because if there’s one thing we know, it’s that optimization never sleeps. We’ve laughed through the Prime Day chaos, shared victories over wasted spend, and heard stories from you—our listeners—about turning campaigns (and entire businesses) around. Some of you even took the plunge, launched agencies, and trained your teams using what you learned here. That’s the kind of impact we live for. Massive shoutout to Nancy Gonzalez, the legend behind the scenes from episode one, and Pedro Moreno, our editor, making sure every episode sounds as sharp as your bid strategies. And of course, to every guest who dropped knowledge bombs along the way—you made us all smarter. This journey wouldn’t mean a thing without you—our listeners. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or just tuned in last week, you’ve made the PPC Den what it is today: the go-to spot for Amazon PPC mastery. Thank you for being part of this ride. See you next week, right here in the Den—because optimization waits for no one. 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 – Did Michael Just Sing About ACoS? 0:44 – CTR & ACoS Talk 1:29 – Clicks, bids, profits – rinse and repeat 2:08 – From noobs to pros – we’ve got you covered 2:23 – Team Shoutouts 2:43 – Outrо 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Profit Reset on an Aggressive Amazon Brand: A Strategy Shift ACOS Weather Report for September 2024: Metrics Cooling Off – ACOS, CPC, RPC, CVR  What’s the Best Way to Manage an Amazon Brand? Exploring Agency Strategies Amazon PPC Mastery on Vacation: Manage Like a CEO with Our Free Weekly Sheet Clement, 9 Year Amazon PPC Veteran Interviews Michael, CEO Of Ad Badger 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Mike teams up with Michael Tejeda to tackle the ultimate Amazon challenge: can you actually make more money by spending less? They broke down the wild ride of an aggressive Amazon brand that hit the brakes on top-line growth, switched gears, and managed to turn things around for a massive profit boost. Expect hard truths, strategic pivots, and just a little bit of "Amazon wizardry." Tune in for the story of the great profit reset. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:27 - Introduction 01:42 - Client strategy shift 03:37 - Growth vs. Profit 07:50 - Product-level focus 10:32 - Amazon net proceeds tools 18:43 - Campaign bid adjustments 24:12 - Profitability jump 29:34 - Next steps: strategic scaling 31:49 - When not to reset for profit 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ ACOS Weather Report for September 2024: Metrics Cooling Off – ACOS, CPC, RPC, CVR 5 Important Factors That Influence Amazon Ranking (Classic) Why Should You Rethink Your Approach to PPC on Amazon? How to develop a successful client relationship? What Amazon PPC Updates Do You Need for 2024?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host:  Michael Tejeda Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this solo episode, Mike dives into the ACOS Weather Report for September 2024. The metrics are cooling off, with ACOS creeping up and conversion rates taking a little nosedive. It seems like September wasn’t the hottest month for Amazon PPC, but Mike breaks down why it’s not all bad news. He even points out why your revenue per click might be needing a little extra warmth this month.  We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:30 - September's PPC weather: cold, dreary, and probably wet socks 00:47 - Key metrics: ACOS, CPC, RPC, and CVR—our survival gear 01:39 - ACOS starts off nice, then takes a chilly climb to 32% 2:01- Revenue per click slips to the usual $2.94—someone grab a blanket! 2:27 - CPC stable, but conversion rate catches a cold, down to 9.6% 3:29-  Amazon's Product Opportunity Explorer confirms a conversion rate drop 3:44- Did you stay warm or catch the same chill? 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Non-Converting Spend: Misunderstood or Mismanaged? A Closer Look at Your PPC Campaigns  The Complete Amazon Advertising Evergreen Campaign Strategy Guide (Classic)  Amazon PPC Mastery on Vacation: Manage Like a CEO with Our Free Weekly Sheet Clement, 9 Year Amazon PPC Veteran Interviews Michael, CEO Of Ad Badger How Search Term Algorithms Boost Amazon PPC?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

If 100% of your time is solely devoted to growing PPC sales, then you are missing most pieces of the marketing puzzle. Advertisers, this is your wake-up call.  Ryan and Mike overview 5 of the most important factors that influence Amazon ranking, speed round style. By learning about seller authority, impressions and CTR, conversion rate, existing sales on Amazon, and off site sales, you’ll finish this episode with an elevated understanding of what it takes to run circles around your competitors.  This episode is a rerelease of one of our most popular episodes. Please note the resources and link section for any relevant updates. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Intro  6:00 - Improve Amazon ranking whether  A9 or A10 algorithm 7:20 - Speed round overview 9:05 - Seller Authority  12:07 - Impressions & Click Through Rate 15:35 - Conversion Rate 19:00 - Existing Sales on Amazon 20:58 - Off site sales 23:30 - PPC Sales  26:52 - Outro 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Other than CPC, what else ranks your Amazon Ads?  PPC Booster Series What should you do first when Amazon PPC sales drop? Can Amazon PPC Success Be Predicted? What Are 7 Overlooked Seller Central Tools?  How Does Tracking Keywords Help PPC? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Get the Evergreen Campaign Creation Strategy Guide Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Ryan Hofacre Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno  Podcast Coordinator and Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all of the strategies available for all of the campaign types, even more so when Amazon releases anything new. Don’t freak out. You need a strong mental model like the one Noemi Bolojan of ScaleWave.io shares in this episode.  Once you understand the different strategies– protect, conquer, rank, dominate, and discover– you’ll be able to categorize your needs by strategy easily. 🍏Get the Evergreen Campaign Creation Strategy Guide here: https://adbadger.com/amazon-evergreen-campaign-creation-strategy-guide  This episode is a rerelease of one of our most popular episodes. Please note the resources and link section for any relevant updates. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 – Don’t miss this Evergreen Campaign Creation Strategy Guide 2:18 – Intro 5:20 – Inspiration behind evergreen strategies for PPC 8:30 – Evergreen campaign creation strategy 11:17 – The  “Protect” Strategy 18:20 – The “Conquer” Method 22:21 – The “Rank” Approach 26:06 – The “Dominate” Strategy 32:18 – The “Discover” Campaigns 41:23 – Connect with us 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Where to find Noemi, ScaleWave.io Wizards of Ecom Podcast  Amazon PPC Mastery on Vacation: Manage Like a CEO with Our Free Weekly Sheet Non-Converting Spend: Misunderstood or Mismanaged? A Closer Look at Your PPC Campaigns What’s the Best Way to Manage an Amazon Brand? Exploring Agency Strategies 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Get the Evergreen Campaign Creation Strategy Guide Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Noemi Bolojan Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno  Podcast Coordinator and Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash

In this podcast, I take you inside a real Amazon PPC account where I track down every non-converting dollar, showing you how most of it isn’t truly wasted but rather the cost of exploration. I share my own experience of sifting through search term reports, finding those sneaky one-click wonders that add up fast but hold the key to your next big optimization. You’ll hear how I tackled $2,700 of non-converting spend, broke down the myths of “wasted” clicks, and turned it into actionable insights. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Introduction  1:05 - What Defines Wasted Spend: Clicks with No Orders 2:10 - Steps to Download Sponsored Products, Brands, and Display Reports 4:01 - Weekly Analysis Timing 6:52 - Filtering Search Terms with Zero Sales 8:38 - Calculating Total Non-Converting Spend from Reports 12:28 - Common Misconceptions About Wasted Spend 12:54 - Practical Steps to Reduce Non-Converting Spend 14:51 - Using ACoS Power Ratio to Measure Efficiency 15:41 - Actionable Tips: Set Up Your Wasted Spend Tracker 15:55 - Homework: Track and Analyze Your Non-Converting Spend 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ What strategies can help minimize wasted spend in Amazon PPC? https://youtu.be/FDwPBfb81Ec  What Do I Do With Wasted Ad Spend? https://youtu.be/C8bNxLa2Sj4  What’s the Best Way to Manage an Amazon Brand? Exploring Agency Strategies https://youtu.be/ERHy10lGGX0  Amazon PPC Mastery on Vacation: Manage Like a CEO with Our Free Weekly Sheet https://youtu.be/vE8AQB18SX0  How Can I Use Amazon’s New Dashboard To Boost My Amazon PPC Sales? https://youtu.be/BiFg73uv_vQ  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook: https://www.adbadger.com/amazon-ppc-checklist/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.adbadger.com/newsletter/ Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist: https://www.adbadger.com/amazon-ppc-checklist/  Review all our show notes: https://www.adbadger.com/podcast​​​​​ - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Want to know what really goes on behind the scenes in Amazon brand management? Michael sits down with Josh Rawe and Brady Tieland from AmpliSell to explore the ins and outs of managing Amazon brands. They share how to balance SOPs with creativity, spot red flags in ad accounts, and handle scaling ad spend without wasting money. Discover the tactics that separate the good brand managers from the great ones and get insider tips on mastering unbranded traffic with top-tier listings and testing. Don’t miss this episode—tune in now and level up your brand management skills! We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00  - Intro 2:01 - Balancing SOPs/Creativity 5:01- Client Expectations Tips 10:01- Spotting Ad Mistakes 15:01- Scaling Ad Spend 20:01- Unbranded Traffic Wins 25:01- Holistic Brand View 30:01 - Good vs. Great Managers 35:01 - Leadership and Teams 40:01 - Summit Recap and Closing ​​🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Amazon PPC Mastery on Vacation: Manage Like a CEO with Our Free Weekly Sheet Clement, 9 Year Amazon PPC Veteran Interviews Michael, CEO Of Ad Badger How to align team goals using Amazon PPC data tools? How Do Technical and Creative Strategies Work Together in Amazon PPC? What should you do first when Amazon PPC sales drop? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Josh Rawe  Guest Co-Host: Brady Tieland Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

You’re on a well-deserved vacation🌴, but your Amazon PPC campaigns don’t take a break...  In this episode, Michael and Brent Zahradnik  from AMZ Pathfinder reveal a simple, powerful way to keep your Amazon PPC campaigns on track with minimal effort. Learn how to set up a streamlined weekly sheet that gives you all the insights you need, without the hassle. Listen now to learn how you can keep your Amazon PPC in check, even when you're away, and grab the free weekly sheet that makes it easy. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00  - Balancing Work and Vacation 2:22 - Elevate and Delegate 4:42 - Interstellar PPC Reporting 10:37 - Impact of Attribution 17:39 - Breaking Down Ad Spend 24:25 - Structured Reporting 29:23 - Common Ground and Data Accuracy 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ How To Align Team Goals Using Amazon PPC Data Tools? What Should You Do First When Amazon PPC Sales Drop? What Makes an Amazon PPC Manager Successful? Clement, 9 Year Amazon PPC Veteran Interviews Michael, CEO Of Ad Badger What is the SKU Economics Report and How It Boosts Amazon Ads? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host:   Brent Zahradnik Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno ​​

In this episode, Michael and Clément Hynaux, a campaign manager at Ad Badger, uncover the secrets to a successful transition from a service-based business to SaaS. Have you ever wondered how a business changes when moving from providing services to a SaaS model? Michael and Clément share their trials and triumphs on this battlefield.  Learn how to delegate tasks effectively, adapt strategies, and avoid common mistakes that could be costly for your business. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:00 - Introduction 02:31 - A motivating tale 06:01 - Challenges in transitioning from service-based to SaaS 12:01 - Adapting strategies and the importance of delegation 18:01 - The role of machine learning in Amazon PPC 24:01 - Practical tips for a successful SaaS transition 34:01 - Closing thought 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ ⁠ ⁠How Search Term Algorithms Boost Amazon PPC?⁠ ⁠How to align team goals using Amazon PPC data tools?⁠ ⁠What is the role of data in Amazon campaign management?⁠ ⁠How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC?⁠ ⁠What should you do first when Amazon PPC sales drop? ⁠ 📚 ⁠Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook⁠ ⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠ ⁠Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist⁠ ⁠Review all our show notes⁠ - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Clément Hynaux Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael talks with Jeremy Suelflow from Summit Product Development, an Amazon seller who's cracked the code on boosting his PPC campaigns with clever search term strategies. They dive into the tactics that are fueling Jeremy's success—approaches that could be the key to either soaring sales or getting left behind. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 00:00 - Introduction 02:30 - Survival in the Amazon Business 03:50 - Kickstarter Experience as a Brand Building Bootcamp 06:00 - Combining Creative Branding with Technical Marketing 09:00 - The Role of Search Terms and Their Optimization 27:00 - Importance of Spreadsheet Skills 35:00 - Prioritizing Search Terms 46:00 - Episode Conclusion 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ What is the SKU Economics Report and How It Boosts Amazon Ads? What is the role of data in Amazon campaign management? What strategies can help minimize wasted spend in Amazon PPC? How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? Can Amazon PPC Success Be Predicted? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host:  Jeremy  Suelflow Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno  ​

In this episode, Michael and Elizabeth Greene from Junglr discuss Amazon's new tool – the SKU Economics Report. They explain how it can help you optimize your advertising campaigns and boost profitability. Are you losing money on Amazon PPC due to a lack of precise cost data? The SKU Economics Report eliminates the headache of analyzing costs and revenues. It helps you identify your most profitable products and understand which advertising strategies truly work. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 00:00 - Introduction 00:36 - Overview of the new SKU Economics Report tool 3:03 - Amazon ad management roles 7:17 - Impact of cash flow on ad strategies for brands 9:00 - Amazon Fees and Profit Calculation 18:09 - Identifying profitable and unprofitable products 22:24 - Analyzing Total ACOS using the SKU Economics Report 27:00 - Optimizing ad spend based on the report's insights 28:22 - Percentage of total fees 30:00 - How to connect with Elizabeth 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ What is the role of data in Amazon campaign management? What strategies can help minimize wasted spend in Amazon PPC? How To Align Team Goals Using Amazon PPC Data Tools? What Should You Do First When Amazon PPC Sales Drop? How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist  Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host:  Elizabeth Greene Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno​​

In this solo episode, Michael will reveal strategies to minimize wasted spend in Amazon PPC. Imagine a streamlined PPC campaign where every dollar is maximized, and wasted spend becomes a distant memory. That's the focus of this episode. We'll delve into the concept of wasted spend, guiding you on how to identify and effectively eliminate it. Tune in to transform your PPC campaigns and make each dollar work harder for you. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:00 - Introduction   00:10 - Series Kickoff: Amazon PPC Wasted Spend  00:47 - Defining Wasted Spend  01:26 - Understanding Conversion Rate and Its Importance  03:04 - Identifying and Analyzing Wasted Keywords  06:30 - Analyzing Search Term Reports  09:24 - Strategies to Minimize Non-Converting Spend  🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ How Does Conversion Rate Influence ACOS On Amazon? How To Align Team Goals Using Amazon PPC Data Tools? What Should You Do First When Amazon PPC Sales Drop? How To Achieve Low ACOS With Negative Keywords?  How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Michael and Andy Craig from AdHabit talk about how conversion rate affects your ACOS on Amazon. They explain unit session percentage, why listing optimization matters, and how price testing can help. Andy shares tips for small brands to improve their conversion rates and beat the competition. Tune in for simple, actionable advice to boost your sales and lower your ACOS. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:00 - Conversion Rate Importance 03:09 - Small Brand Hurdles 05:01- Price Testing Effects 07:27 - Shopify vs. Amazon 10:00 - Competitive Analysis 13:16 - Leveraging Reviews 15:30 - Conversion Strategies 18:33 - Avoiding Price Wars 22:34 - PPC and Organic Growth 31:22 - Traffic and Final Tips 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ How To Align Team Goals Using Amazon PPC Data Tools? What Should You Do First When Amazon PPC Sales Drop? How To Achieve Low ACOS With Negative Keywords?   How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? How Can Product Images On Amazon Boost Conversion Rates? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host:  Andy Craig Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Michael and guest Mike Frekey from IG PPC discuss aligning team goals and maximizing Amazon PPC performance using data tools. How do you ensure everyone is on the same page? The answer lies in leveraging Brand Analytics and Search Query Performance. Want to know how these tools can supercharge your PPC strategy? Michael and Mike Frekey break it down step-by-step, sharing actionable tips for seamless team collaboration and data-driven success. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Small talk: gifts in Japan and China 4:22 - Assembling a killer PPC team 9:02 - Navigating conflicting objectives in PPC 11:35 - Steps to get your team aligned 14:00 - Mastering brand analytics and search query performance 18:00 - real-world success stories 24:00 - Future trends in PPC game 34:00 - Role of technology in scaling efforts 36:00 - Documenting processes for team efficiency 40:00 - Strategies for team collaboration 42:00 - Benefits of SOP documentation 50:00 - Closing thoughts  🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ What Should You Do First When Amazon PPC Sales Drop? How To Achieve Low ACOS With Negative Keywords?  How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? How Can Product Images On Amazon Boost Conversion Rates? What Makes An Amazon PPC Manager Successful? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Mike Frekey Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael teams up with Mansour Norouzi from Incrementum Digital to dive into the nitty-gritty of performing a market pulse check. They’ll break down the tricks of analyzing market trends, conversion rates, and key Amazon tools to uncover why your sales are dipping. From interpreting Category Insights and Product Opportunity Explorer data to actionable strategies for responding to market changes, they’ve got you covered. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 - Why Down Months Happen 1:57 -  Seller Panic Button: To Push or Not to Push 5:03 - Utilizing Category Insights 14:00 - Exploring Product Opportunity Explorer 26:10 - Analyzing Brand Metrics for Performance Evaluation 34:21 - Strategic Responses to Market Changes 39:13 - Wrap-Up 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ How To Achieve Low ACOS With Negative Keywords?  How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? How Can Product Images On Amazon Boost Conversion Rates? What Makes An Amazon PPC Manager Successful? How To Forecast Your Amazon PPC Approach (Classic) 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Transform your workflow with our comprehensive Amazon Advertising checklist  Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Mansour Norouzi Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this solo episode, Michael shares unique insights on low ACOS accounts and the secrets behind their success. He'll dive deep into the power of negative keyword management, something you won't hear anywhere else. Have you struggled with managing your keywords? Understanding how to use negative keywords can make a big difference. By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to improve your ACOS with these tips and tricks on negative keyword management. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 - Rocky Mountains intro 0:19 - What secrets do low ACOS accounts hold 0:41 - How can negative keywords boost performance 1:07 - What's the difference between keywords and targets 2:05 - How important is the negative keyword multiple 3:15 - Can a 38x negative ratio be effective 9:41 -  How do you find the best negative keywords 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Analyzing 2 Amazon Advertising PPC Accounts With Low ACOS The Secret To Improving Your ACOS And Revenue For Your Amazon PPC Campaign How Do We Calculate Amazon ACOS? How Do Technical And Creative Strategies Work Together In Amazon PPC? How Can Product Images On Amazon Boost Conversion Rates? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Michael and Laura from Envision Horizons will talk about balancing technical and creative strategies in Amazon PPC. They will reveal how to combine data-driven tactics with creative approaches to boost your Amazon ads. They will also discuss the challenges and solutions of integrating these two aspects. Additionally, they will share tips on managing teams and best practices for creating effective marketing strategies. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 -  Meet our guest: Laura Meyer from Envision Horizons 0:50 - How to balance technical and creative strategies in Amazon PPC 2:05 - Overcoming the challenges of combining tech and creativity 3:35 - Inside look: Running a full-service Amazon agency 4:45 - What are "centers of excellence" in Amazon marketing? 6:11 - How to avoid siloed departments and boost teamwork 8:51 - The power of pod structure for effective collaboration 10:29 - Training tips for performance marketers 12:02 - Key roles you need in your Amazon marketing team 14:41 - Why brand awareness is crucial for PPC success 18:10 - Boosting growth with DSP and AMC 21:16 - The role of affiliate marketing and creator connections 24:45 - How to test creative elements using PickFu 27:00 - Measuring ROI: Balancing creative and technical efforts 29:32 - Why a good account manager is essential 32:14 - Using first-party data to enhance Amazon campaigns 35:29 - Future trends in Amazon advertising you need to know 37:46 - Final thoughts and top advice for Amazon sellers ​​🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ How Can Product Images On Amazon Boost Conversion Rates? What Makes An Amazon PPC Manager Successful? How To Forecast Your Amazon PPC Approach (Classic)  Why Should You Rethink Your Approach To PPC On Amazon? What Is The Role Of Data In Amazon Campaign Management?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Laura Meyer Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

In this episode, Michael talks with Emma from Marketing by Emma about how to make your product photos on Amazon better. They discuss why having great pictures can help increase sales, common mistakes to avoid, and easy tips to improve your listings. Emma shares her thoughts on how good images can strengthen your brand and why it’s important to follow Amazon’s guidelines. They also touch on the latest trends in product photography. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights 0:00 - Introduction 1:20 - Reviewing Cricut Maker images 3:00 - Importance of brand images 5:10 - Optimizing listings for user experience 7:30 - Conversion rates and competition 10:00 - Comparing traditional and modern products 14:00 - Effective image strategies 19:00 - Highlighting products through design 24:00 - Creating compelling image stacks 30:00 - Learning from competitor examples 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ What Is The Role Of Data In Amazon Campaign Management? What Makes An Amazon PPC Manager Successful? Why Should You Rethink Your Approach To PPC On Amazon? Can Agencies Serve As Teachers In Amazon Selling? What Amazon PPC Updates Do You Need For 2024?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Emma Schermer Tamir  Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Michael talks with Abe Chomali from XP Strategy about the key aspects of Amazon PPC. They explore why it's important to know the basics, common mistakes to avoid, and practical tips for improving your campaigns. Abe shares his own experiences, discussing how culture affects PPC success and why it's crucial to keep up with changes in Amazon’s algorithms. They also discuss the impact of new FTC rules on the industry. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 1:05 Introduction 3:07 Role of curiosity and learning in PPC success 8:19 Leveraging Amazon's algorithms for better results 11:59 Ideal customer experience on Amazon 14:50 Personalization in Amazon search results 18:14 Adapting to policy changes in Amazon PPC 22:24 Impact of FTC regulations on PPC management 25:27 Protecting trade secrets in Amazon PPC 29:12 Continuous learning and professional growth in PPC 32:46 Challenges and opportunities in Amazon PPC 39:15 Podcast conclusion and key takeaways 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ How To Forecast Your Amazon PPC Approach (Classic) What Is The Role Of Data In Amazon Campaign Management?  Why Should You Rethink Your Approach To PPC On Amazon? How Does Tracking Keywords Help PPC? Can Amazon PPC Success Be Predicted?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Abe Chomali Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode of the PPC Den podcast, Michael and Elizabeth Greene from Junglr discuss how to forecast costs and results for Amazon advertising campaigns. They explain how to estimate costs, order numbers, and ACOS before launching a campaign. Elizabeth also shares where to find important data like search volume, CPC, and CVR. You'll learn how to budget and set realistic expectations to get the best results from your Amazon PPC efforts. This episode is a rerelease of one of our most popular episodes. Please note the resources and link section for any relevant updates. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 Intro– Get out your crystal balls! 4:43 When is forecasting necessary in Amazon PPC? 9:27 First step when planning an approximation  10:57 Where to get approximate search volume 15:50 Where to get approximations for average CPC 20:05 How to build a mid-case or worst-case scenario  28:35 When does Elizabeth use approximations 30:40 Why approximations are useful 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Where to find Elizabeth Greene Junglr Here’s another episode featuring Elizabeth, How To Launch Your First Sponsored Products Campaign On Amazon? All About ACOS YouTube playlist ACOS for Amazon: What is ACOS and How to Calculate for Amazon PPC? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook: https://www.adbadger.com/amazon-ppc-checklist/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.adbadger.com/newsletter/ Review all our show notes: https://www.adbadger.com/podcast​​​​​ - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Elizabeth Greene Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno 

In this episode, Mike sits down with Mina Elias from Trivium Group. They talk about how Amazon sellers use their data and common mistakes they make. They also discuss understanding competitive positional awareness, building a simple dashboard to track key metrics, tips for scaling and optimizing PPC campaigns, and identifying and cutting wasted spend. Join the conversation to learn how to improve your Amazon campaigns with smart data use. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - What is Mina's morning routine? 5:31 - How Amazon sellers interact with their data 6:07- How do typical sellers behave with data 8:05 - What is competitive positional awareness 23:12 - How to build a comprehensive dashboard 36:02 - How to scale and optimize PPC campaigns 37:38 - How to identify wasted spend 45:52 - What is the conclusion 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ Thinking Strategically about Amazon Advertising  What Do I Do With Wasted Ad Spend  The Complete Amazon Advertising Evergreen Campaign Strategy Guide  How Can I Elevate My Amazon PPC Performance Using Revenue-Per-Click Based Data?  How Should I Analyze My Data for my Amazon PPC Campaign?  📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Mina Elias Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno

Curious about the top tools that transform Amazon selling? In this episode, Michael and Mike Danford from Adverio.io explore seven overlooked Seller Central tools. These tools are great for refining your ads with insights from Search Query Performance, understanding your product costs with skew economics, and finding new possibilities with the Product Opportunity Explorer. Additionally, they'll discuss managing your brand's reputation, setting up tailored promotions, and optimizing influencer marketing with Creator Connections. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 0:00 - How did Adverio impact Ad Badger? 2:55 - What tools does Seller Central offer? 4:12 - How can Search Query Performance enhance Amazon advertising? 11:09 - What is skewed economics in Amazon's context? 15:43 - What is the Product Opportunity Explorer? 19:49 -  How can Market Basket Analysis improve sales? 23:46 - How to manage brand reputation on Amazon? 29:04 - How do brand tailored promotions and coupons work? 33:36 - What are the best practices for Amazon posts? 36:39 - How does Creator Connections facilitate influencer marketing? 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ https://www.adbadger.com/pricing-product-tour/ How Does Tracking Keywords Help PPC? Can Agencies Serve As Teachers In Amazon Selling? How Can I Best Use The Product Opportunity Explorer For My Amazon PPC Campaign? How Can I Become An Advanced Amazon Marketer? How Can I Reach My Full Potential In The Amazon PPC Space? 📚 Unlock our FREE comprehensive Amazon Marketing Playbook Subscribe to our newsletter Review all our show notes - Host and Executive Producer: Michael Erickson Facchin Guest Co-Host: Michael Danford Senior Producer: Nancy Lili Gonzalez Podcast Coordinator & Graphic Designer: Sofiia Podash Video and Audio Editor: Pedro Moreno