

The Google Ads Podcast
Solutions 8
The Google Ads Podcast is here to help you achieve your business goals with Google Ads! Brought to you by Solutions 8, the global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Listen in to get the best PPC strategies, tutorials, tips, tricks, hacks, best practices, and REAL case studies. Go to Sol8.com to get help with your Google Ads
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Sep 13, 2025 • 9min
Meta Ads Automation Problem: When Algorithms Fail Your Strategy
While Meta Ads automation can be a powerful tool, you can’t always rely on it especially when you need to reach diverse audiences. Paid Social Managers Emily Hlavac and Emma Nold talk about understanding Meta Ads automation limits and how to strategically combine it with precise, human-led targeting and creative control so you can connect with diverse audiences and avoid wasting ad spend.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:00:51 - Over-reliance on algorithms limits creative tailoring and marketer control.00:01:50 - An Advantage+ campaign skewed its budget to wrong audience.00:03:13 - Use Advantage+ campaigns as a supplementary, catch-all approach.00:04:05 - Create audiences based on core targets and purchasing triggers.00:05:13 - Measure bottom-of-funnel results and also creative engagement metrics.00:06:15 - Avoid audience expansion features to prevent audience cannibalization.👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.--------------------------------------------------⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:WebsiteSolution 8 on XSolution 8 on InstagramSolution 8 on FacebookSolution 8 on LinkedIn #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Sep 11, 2025 • 12min
Generic Creatives: The Silent Killer of Your Ad Performance
Emily Hlavac, a Paid Social Manager at Solutions 8, dives into the pitfalls of generic ads that fail to resonate with audiences. She emphasizes the critical role of segmentation in boosting ad performance. Emily shares insights on how different age groups respond to advertising, particularly highlighting younger audiences on platforms like TikTok. A compelling case study shows how tailored creativeness can lead to impressive gains, proving that customized messages are far more effective than one-size-fits-all approaches.

Sep 1, 2025 • 11min
Mastering Client Management: Handle Tough Problems, Upsell Smart & Win Over Difficult Clients
Stuck without an immediate solution for a client? Want to upsell additional services without sounding salesy? Or are you dealing with difficult clients who ignore your boundaries? This video is your quick client management guide for digital marketing and Google Ads! Our Account Manager, Tressy Dsouza, with our Marketing Director, Bryan Caranto, share how you can show leadership, use the PAS framework for upselling, and set communication boundaries for stronger, more profitable client relationships. Connect with Tressy on LinkedIn: / tressy-dsouza-81964784 Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: / brcaranto Chapters:0:00 Intro0:23 Mastering Client Management: Handle Tough Problems, Upsell Smart & Win Over Difficult Clients2:17 Showing Leadership in Client Projects3:57 Upselling Additional Services (Without Being "Salesy")6:12 Handling Difficult Clients Who Disrespect Communication Boundaries👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.--------------------------------------------------⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:WebsiteSolution 8 on XSolution 8 on InstagramSolution 8 on FacebookSolution 8 on LinkedIn #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Aug 22, 2025 • 8min
Don't Make These Client Management Mistakes! (Hidden Relationship Killers Revealed)
Are you making critical client management mistakes that are costing you trust and retention? In this video, our Account Manager, Tressy Dsouza, with our Marketing Director, Bryan Caranto, reveal the HUGE errors digital marketers and Google Ads agencies often make: lack of ownership, going silent, and not setting expectations about ad performance. Learn actionable strategies for communication, proactive problem-solving, and using smart tools to build unbreakable client relationships and keep them happy long term!Connect with Tressy on LinkedIn: / tressy-dsouza-81964784 Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: / brcaranto Related videos:💣 Client Management Tips: How to Win Back Unhappy Clients & Master Communication Cadence: • 💣 Client Management Tips: How to Win Back ... 🚀 Client Management Basics: Onboarding Clients & Setting Expectations For Success: • 🚀 Client Management Basics: Onboarding Cli... ✅ To-Dos on Your First Call With a New Client: • ✅ To-Dos on Your First Call With a New Client 🔥 Google Ads Management: Dealing with Frustrated Clients Due To Sales Challenges: • 🔥 Google Ads Management: Dealing with Frus... 🤝 What We've Learned About Effective Client Management: • 🤝 What We've Learned About Effective Clien... 🔥 The Most Important Conversations To Have With Lead Gen Clients: • 🔥 The Most Important Conversations To Have... 👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.-------------------------------------------------- ⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:WebsiteSolution 8 on XSolution 8 on InstagramSolution 8 on FacebookSolution 8 on LinkedIn #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Aug 20, 2025 • 5min
💰 eCommerce Success With Meta Ads: How It Affects Overall Digital Marketing Efforts
Think Meta Ads is just for brand awareness? Think again! Our Meta Ads Manager, Jonathan Paquin, reveals how Meta Ads directly impacts your eCommerce sales, boosts Google Ads performance, and drives overall revenue. He also shares simple tests to prove Meta's true value and clarify the role of prospecting & remarketing for lead generation accounts. Watch the video now.Our Marketing Director, Bryan Caranto, asks our experts your questions! So don't hesitate to type away in the comment section below. Want to read the blog version of this? https://sol8.com/google-meta-ads/ Related videos:💰 Google Ads VS. Meta Ads: Why You Should Run BOTH (Not One!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsKyZU3hdRk💣 Quick Guide on the Meta Ads L0, L1, L2, & L3 Approach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZW-1f5_JjY💰 Why Meta Ads Is Critical for Increasing Google Ads Success: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIgASU_5Gcw💸 Meta Ads Case Study: Doubling ROAS in 2 Months with 25% Less Spend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9hMI6-Npio👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.--------------------------------------------------Are you making critical client management mistakes that are costing you trust and retention? In this video, our Account Manager, Tressy Dsouza, with our Marketing Director, Bryan Caranto, reveal the HUGE errors digital marketers and Google Ads agencies often make: lack of ownership, going silent, and not setting expectations about ad performance. Learn actionable strategies for communication, proactive problem-solving, and using smart tools to build unbreakable client relationships and keep them happy long term!Connect with Tressy on LinkedIn: / tressy-dsouza-81964784 Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: ⬇ / brcaranto Related videos:💣 Client Management Tips: How to Win Back Unhappy Clients & Master Communication Cadence🚀 Client Management Basics: Onboarding Clients & Setting Expectations For Success✅ To-Dos on Your First Call With a New Client 🔥 Google Ads Management: Dealing with Frustrated Clients Due To Sales Challenges: 🤝 What We've Learned About Effective Client Management: 🔥 The Most Important Conversations To Have With Lead Gen Clients: 👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.-------------------------------------------------- ⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:WebsiteSolution 8 on XSolution 8 on InstagramSolution 8 on FacebookSolution 8 on LinkedIn #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Aug 10, 2025 • 9min
Google Ads VS. Meta Ads: Why You Should Run BOTH (Not One!)
In this engaging episode, Jonathan Paquin, a Meta Ads Manager at Solutions 8, emphasizes the synergy between Google Ads and Meta Ads. He explains how using both platforms can significantly enhance brand visibility and conversion rates. Turning off one can hurt the other's performance, making a dual approach essential. Jonathan dives into smart budget allocation strategies and the importance of using analytical tools for maximizing sales. He also discusses the limitations of traditional attribution models, advocating for a holistic view of campaign success.

Aug 8, 2025 • 5min
How to Fix Low Click-Through Rates With Your Creatives
Are your Google Ads campaigns getting seen but not clicked? Paid Social Managers Emily Hlavac and Emma Nold reveal why boring, repetitive, or off-brand visuals are costing you sales. They share tips on how to create scroll-stopping ads that stand out, engage your audience, and drive clicks. Watch this video now.Related videos:🚀 How to Build Brand-Aligned Creatives That Help Scale Campaigns: • 🚀 How to Build Brand-Aligned Creatives Tha... Creative Requirements for Meta Ads: • Creative Requirements for Meta Ads 🚀 Meta Ads Campaign Structure Part 2: Creatives Setup and Optimization : • 🚀 Meta Ads Campaign Structure Part 2: Crea... 🚀 Creatives and AI: The Future of Digital Marketing? • 🚀 Creatives and AI: The Future of Digital ... 🌟 The 5 Golden Rules for Building Creative for Google Ads: • 🌟 The 5 Golden Rules for Building Creative... 👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.--------------------------------------------------⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:Website: https://sol8.com/X: https://x.com/solutions_8Instagram: / solutions_8 Facebook: / solutions8llc LinkedIn: / solutions-8 #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Aug 6, 2025 • 10min
How to Build Brand-Aligned Creatives That Help Scale Campaigns
Paid Social Managers Emily Hlavac and Emma Nold reveal how to craft scroll-stopping creatives that convert! Learn how to spot-on brand consistency across all platforms (Facebook, Instagram), connecting emotionally with your audience beyond just product features, and finding your unique competitive edge to stand out. They cover optimizing for different ad placements, leveraging your core values, and why testing is your best friend in digital marketing. Related videos:Creative Requirements for Meta Ads : • Creative Requirements for Meta Ads 🚀 Meta Ads Campaign Structure Part 2: Creatives Setup and Optimization : • 🚀 Meta Ads Campaign Structure Part 2: Crea... 🚀 Creatives and AI: The Future of Digital Marketing? • 🚀 Creatives and AI: The Future of Digital ... 🌟 The 5 Golden Rules for Building Creative for Google Ads: • 🌟 The 5 Golden Rules for Building Creative... 0:00 Intro0:21 How to Build Brand-Aligned Creatives That Help Scale Campaigns5:45 Creating emotional connection in your creatives7:04 Think about competitor advantage👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.--------------------------------------------------⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:Website: https://sol8.com/X: https://x.com/solutions_8Instagram: / solutions_8 Facebook: / solutions8llc LinkedIn: / solutions-8 #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Jul 15, 2025 • 7min
Boost Google Ads Conversions with Message Match
Unlock higher Google Ads conversions with the power of "message match" and ad-to-landing page relevance. In this video, Account Manager Kayla Anderson and Paid Media Manager Amelia Lark share how message match creates a seamless user journey that boosts quality score, lowers costs, and turns clicks into customers.Related videos:💰 Copywriting Made Faster & Smarter with Google Gemini Advanced: • 💰 Copywriting Made Faster & Smarter with G... ✍️ Meta Ads Copywriting Guide | Part 1: • ✍️ Meta Ads Copywriting Guide | Part 1 ✍️ Meta Ads Copywriting Guide | Part 2: • ✍️ Meta Ads Copywriting Guide | Part 2 👉 Get free guides, templates, SOPs, checklists, and worksheets to help you grow your business: https://sol8.com/free-stuff/🧠 Get our latest content every Monday, straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter: https://sol8.com/newsletter/ 🔥 Get your FREE copy of You vs. Google: The (Very) Unauthorized Guide to Google Adshere: https://sol8.com/book/📈 ARE YOU LOOKING TO GROW AND SCALE YOUR BUSINESS WITH PPC?Sign up for a FREE Growth Plan today: https://sol8.com/ap/ 👀 Want to increase your visibility and attract more new customers through Meta Ads? Go to https://sol8.com/meta-ads-management/💡 Want to get customized strategies, actionable insights, and ongoing support to help you achieve your goals? Go to https://sol8.com/consultation/ Solutions 8 is a global authority in the Google Ads space and one of the world's leading PPC agencies. Our YouTube channel is dedicated to sharing our most effective marketing strategies to help you achieve your business goals.🖥️ Keep in mind that the digital marketing industry—and the Google Ads platform especially—is continually evolving and adding (or removing) tools and capabilities. Though we do our best to keep our content relevant, some older content may no longer apply to your current campaigns.--------------------------------------------------⬇️️ You can find us here ⬇️️:Website: https://sol8.com/X: https://x.com/solutions_8Instagram: / solutions_8 Facebook: / solutions8llc LinkedIn: / solutions-8 #digitalmarketing #ppc #paidtraffic #googleads #metaads #amazonads

Jul 13, 2025 • 6min
The Google Ads Mistake You're Making (That's Costing You a Fortune)
Discover the hidden pitfalls of Google Ads that could be draining your budget. Misalignment between your ad content and landing pages can significantly hurt your Quality Score. Tailored landing pages are essential for maximizing conversions and ensuring quick user gratification. Learn how custom solutions can enhance engagement and reduce abandonment rates, boosting your overall return on investment.