Inside Google Ads with Jyll Saskin Gales

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  Google Ads Has Changed. Have You?!? 20.08.2026 37min

  2016 may be trending on social media, but it has no place in your Google Ads strategy! In special episode 134, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales sits down with conversion optimization expert and Heart Before Cart podcast host Talia Wolf to discuss how Google Ads has shifted, and what it really takes to succeed today. We break down how to give AI algorithms the right signals, starting with a rock-solid conversion tracking foundation, why so many ads sound identical, and how you can "TikTokify...
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  5 Performance Max Mistakes Even Experts Make 13.08.2026 14min

  If PMax is just a black box, doesn't that mean you can't optimize it? Wrong on so many levels! In Episode 133 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales breaks down five common Performance Max mistakes that even experienced digital marketers and agencies make. While PMax can be a powerful tool for scaling performance, misinterpreting its mechanics can waste your money and limit your success. In this in-depth episode, Jyll outlines practical, data-backed adjustments to help you align your st...
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  3 Steps to Lower Your CPC with Quality Score 06.08.2026 9min

  Quality Score is one of those foundational Google Ads components that every practitioner knows is important, but figuring out how to improve it can be surprisingly difficult. In episode 132, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares her practical, step-by-step framework for increasing your Quality Score. Jyll breaks down what the three diagnostic columns actually mean: ad relevance, landing page experience, and expected click-through rate. You will learn how to audit your auction competitors using the Go...
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  The Future of Google Ads: AI Agents, Ask Advisor & More 30.07.2026 38min

  How can you navigate the sheer volume of changes coming to Google Ads every week? In this special episode, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales is joined by agency owner Duane Brown in a conversation hosted by Lunio's James Deeney. They dissect the latest announcements from Google Marketing Live (GML) and separate the genuine opportunities from the pure marketing hype. Together, they share their hands-on experiences with Google’s evolving ecosystem, offering a reality check on the tools you s...
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  The Truth About Google's New Target Bidding "Update" 23.07.2026 6min

  Google announced a change to how budget-limited campaigns on target-based bid strategies will work... is it time to freak out? Hardly! In episode 130 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales cuts through the hyperbole to tell you what's changing, what you need to know, and what it ACTUALLY means for your campaigns. While social media is filled with "hot takes," the reality of this update is much more straightforward than the rumors suggest. Key Topics Discussed: What the Augu...
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  Google Ads Management: What to Do (and When to Do Nothing) 16.07.2026 15min

  How do you actually manage your Google Ads on a day-to-day, week-to-week, or month-to-month basis? In episode 129 of Inside Google Ads, host Jyll Saskin Gales breaks down exactly how to approach campaign management across three distinct scenarios: launching a brand new campaign, maintaining a campaign that is already performing well, and diagnosing a campaign that is struggling. Whether you are dealing with skyrocketing CPCs or trying to figure out when to let machine learning do its job, thi...
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  Maxed Out Search? My Strategy for Scaling Google Ads 09.07.2026 6min

  What should you do when your search campaigns are maxed out? In episode 128 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares a story about a Google Ads coaching client who runs an agency, and achieved incredible results for a local service business... until he hit a wall when trying to scale the budget. She discovers that his client has a non-brand search impression share of 91% (!), and discusses what this means, and what to do next. If you feel stuck with a budget that will ...
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  The AI Paradox: Why Google Ads Automation Isn't Saving You Time 02.07.2026 18min

  We were promised that AI would save us so much time, we could lie on the beach while automation handled our business. The reality so far? Quite different! In this conversation between Fred Vallaeys, CEO of Optmyzr, and Jyll Saskin Gales, Google Ads Coach & host of the Inside Google Ads podcast, we discuss how AI isn't actually making our jobs shorter, it's pushing us to work harder, think deeper, and become better marketers. Join us for special episode 127 to find out what it truly means...
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  Is Google Ads Dead? Why I’m More Excited Than Ever for the Future 25.06.2026 15min

  Is it still worth learning Google Ads, or is AI making us obsolete? In episode 126 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales addresses the growing apprehension and fear surrounding the future of Google Ads and the PPC industry. While the shift away from traditional keyword control and the rise of AI-driven search experiences feels different, these changes actually present the most significant opportunity yet for strategic marketers. By breaking down the platform into its three...
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  You Need Customer Match: The Holy Grail of Google Ads in the AI Era 18.06.2026 15min

  Customer Match is the holy grail of modern marketing, yet many Google Ads practitioners still aren't using it. In episode 125 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales explains why uploading your first-party customer data to Google is one of the single greatest competitive advantages you have left in the AI era. As third-party tracking declines, Customer Match serves as a critical bridge to campaign stability, allowing you to reactivate dormant clients, cross-sell new offers, a...
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  Google Ads Demand Gen: Use the 5x5x5 Rule to Stop Ad Fatigue 11.06.2026 6min

  If you're used to the way search ads work, switching to Demand Gen can feel like an insurmountable challenge. In episode 124 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales shares a real world example of two agency marketers who were struggling with ad fatigue. When your audience sees the same image too many times, they can stop noticing your ads entirely. Jyll walks through the exact steps she took with her clients during a live account audit for a flooring company to re...
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  Google Ads Keyword Research: Your 10 Step Strategy for 2026 04.06.2026 10min

  Yes, keyword research still matters in Google Ads. And no, AI can't do it for you! The most successful Google Ads advertisers are the ones who provide campaigns with the foundation they need to learn from, and that includes properly selected and themed keywords. In episode 123 of Inside Google Ads, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales explains why keyword research is still your steering wheel for Google's most powerful AI features like Smart Bidding, Broad Match and AI Max for Search campaigns....
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  Should You Start On Maximize Conversions? Yes! Here's The Truth 28.05.2026 15min

  Should you wait to gather data before using Maximize Conversions bidding? In episode 122 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales provides a definitive answer: you can start your campaigns with Maximize Conversions bidding, even in brand new accounts. While many believe manual bidding is safer for new setups, Jyll explains how manual CPC and Maximize Clicks often result in low-quality traffic that only converts by accident. This episode explores how Google's AI uses millions o...
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  Google Marketing Live 2026 Recap & Analysis 21.05.2026 27min

  It's hours after #GML2026, and Inside Google Ads host Jyll Saskin Gales is reporting live from Google's headquarters in Mountain View, California with special guest Ginny Marvin, Ads Product Liaison at Google and host of the Ads Decoded podcast. In this special episode, Jyll and Ginny share the biggest news from Google Marketing Live 2026: what's changing in Google Ads, and what it means for your campaigns in 2026 and beyond. Be sure to tune in to the Marketing O'Clock podcast on Monday, May ...
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  Demand Gen vs Video Campaigns: Which Is Better? 14.05.2026 17min

  Google Ads is no longer just about search. While search ads are a marketer's dream, they rely on users actively typing queries. If you are already dominating your core keywords, adding more budget often just leads to higher costs rather than more growth. To break through this ceiling, you need a strategy that includes visual campaigns like Video and Demand Gen to reach potential customers who are not searching for you at this exact moment, but are still a potential fit for your business. In ...
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  How to Know When to Increase Your Google Ads Budget 07.05.2026 5min

  Most people panic when they see a red warning in Google Ads, but it might actually be the best news you get today. In episode 119 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales explores a scenario that most advertisers dread: seeing the red "Limited by Budget" warning in their account. Using a real client case study as an example, she dives into why this status appears, how to distinguish between a helpful suggestion and a critical performance bottleneck, and the specific metrics yo...
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  Double Your CTR! Every Google Ads Asset Explained 30.04.2026 21min

  If you're still running search ads with basic headlines and descriptions, you are firmly average. And in 2026, average just doesn't cut it anymore! In episode 118 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, Google Ads Coach Jyll Saskin Gales walks you through all 15 types of Google Ads assets (formerly known as Google Ads extensions) to help you increase your click-through rate and drive better results from Google Ads. From essential tools like sitelinks and callouts to little-known assets that can sig...
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  Are Google Ads Certifications Actually Worth It in 2026? 23.04.2026 9min

  Are the official Google Ads certifications actually worth anything in 2026? In episode 117 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales tackles this question that every digital marketer has asked themselves at least once. After recently renewing her own certifications to maintain Google Partner status, Jyll reveals the frustrating reality of Skillshop’s current state. From out-of-date questions featuring retired campaign types to assessments that favor rote memorization over actua...
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  The "Slept On" Strategy to Scale Google Ads in 2026 16.04.2026 6min

  Stop fighting for the same tiny audience as your competitors. If you've been running Google Ads for a while, you might notice that the old-school tactics of hyper-specific targeting are not performing like they used to. In episode 116 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales shares a story from one of her Google Ads coaching clients. She took her client's "upside down" strategy and flipped it for better results. Find out how you can, too, in this short & sweet but action-p...
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  Fix Your Conversion Tracking: Quality vs Quantity in Google Ads 09.04.2026 18min

  Smart Bidding is only as smart as the data you provide. If you feed Google Ads low-quality conversions, you will get low-quality results. In episode 115 of the Inside Google Ads podcast, host Jyll Saskin Gales steps back from the technical "how-to" and focuses on the strategic foundation of conversion tracking. Whether you are managing a high-volume e-commerce store or a niche lead-generation business, understanding how to lay the foundation your true business goals is the difference between ...