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Paid Media: "What Gets Measured, Gets Managed"

Acorns
October 19, 2023

Holistic measurement principals for success

Peter Drucker, the management guru, once said, “what gets measured, gets managed.”... (or something like that 😉) In the world of digital marketing, truer words have never been spoken. When diving into the vast sea of paid media campaigns, without the compass of measurement, you're like a ship lost at sea. So, let’s anchor your efforts and ensure your paid media voyage sails smoothly.

1. Guided by the North Star – KPIs: Just as every journey has a destination, every campaign needs its success metrics. Whether it's website clicks, product sales, or newsletter sign-ups, define your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). They’re the milestones to your end goal.

2. Consolidate with the Single Source of Truth: The beauty of the digital age is the variety of platforms at our disposal. But with this diversity comes scattered data. Enter the Google Data Studio dashboard. By amalgamating data from myriad platforms, it ensures you’re not juggling reports but gleaning insights from one comprehensive source. It's your campaign's command center, ensuring that “what gets measured gets managed” efficiently.

3. Delving into Platform Nuances: While a single dashboard paints the overall picture, to truly master the art, you must understand the colors that make the canvas:

4. Google Ads: Key indicators like CPC, CTR, and Conversion Rate gauge both user engagement and ad spend utility.

5. Facebook & Instagram: Beyond likes and shares, focus on metrics like Ad Recall Lift. It measures the actual imprint your ad leaves on a viewer's mind.

6. LinkedIn: Being B2B-centric, prioritize metrics like Lead Generation Rate and Click to Conversion.

7. TikTok, Snapchat: For platforms that target younger demographics, Video View Time and Interaction Rate are golden.

8. From Click to Conversion: Measuring doesn't stop at clicks. Using platforms like Google Analytics, trace the user's journey post-click. This not only evaluates the ad’s efficacy but also provides insights into the user experience.

9. The ROI Yardstick: As Drucker emphasized, what's measured can be managed, and what's managed can yield returns. Compare your gains to your investments. A positive ROI signifies a triumphant campaign, while a negative one beckons for a strategy revamp.

10. Continuous Evolution with A/B Testing: Digital landscapes shift. Constantly. Regularly testing ad variations ensures your strategy remains fresh and relevant, adapting to changing tides.

11. Tuning into the Feedback Symphony: Beyond quantitative metrics, there's a universe of qualitative insights. Reviews, comments, and direct messages are your audience's way of engaging in a dialogue. Listen, and let it guide your future endeavors.

Steering the Ship with Measured Precision...

In the grand narrative of your paid media campaign, every number, every metric, tells a story. By embracing Drucker’s wisdom and ensuring every move is measured, you transition from a mere campaign manager to a masterful storyteller.

The data, the feedback, the KPIs - these are the chapters of your success story. And with meticulous measurement, you're not only managing your journey but steering it towards legendary success. So, anchor your efforts in measurement and let Drucker's timeless wisdom illuminate your path.

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