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Week 13 - The Flower Method

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     The self-inventory flower method is a revolutionary technique for job hunting, that outpaces traditional approaches. From this method, you will achieve a profound understanding of yourself, significantly increasing your chances of finding not just any job but your dream job.      There are a multitude of reseasons why this works, beginning with Diverse Self-Description. Begin by crafting a multifaceted self-description, that allows you to approach multiple job markets with a broader perspective than a single job title. Next is mindfulness in Decision Making, which is a process that encourages mindfulness, enhances decision-making skills, and keeps you open to various possibilities that align with your values. Effective Communication with Networks is the idea that you can articulate specific job needs to your network, where you can transform vague requests into targeted inquiries that increase your chances of finding the right opportunity. As for Height...

Week 4 - Google Smart Bidding

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     In the realm of online marketing, effective bidding is extremely necessary for success, shaping campaign performance, and ad visibility. Google Ads automated bidding empowers advertisers to automatically set bids based on performance goals. Google Ads offers diverse bid strategies tailored to marketing goals and campaign types. Efficient bidding is pivotal for securing valuable conversions, and the dynamic nature of auctions demands a scalable approach beyond manual bidding.      Google Ads Smart Bidding is an automated strategy leveraging machine learning to optimize bids for conversions or conversion value. Smart Bidding streamlines the bid-setting process, ensuring precise bids for each auction, and driving higher conversion volume or value with cost efficiency.  The benefits of Smart Bidding extend beyond mere efficiency, including; Machine Learning Precision. This form of Smart Bidding employs machine learning to algorithmically determine opt...

Week 4 - Important Google Ad Metrics

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 Success for digital advertisers hinges on aligning promotions with user intent. While measuring intent is challenging, platforms like Google Ads use user data to come close to this alignment. Google Ads stands out, especially with its access to search queries, giving unparalleled insight into user intent. Nothing indicates intent better than what a user is actively searching for.      Databox users affirm Google Ads' supremacy. According to data, it is the most-used advertising platform among Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Bing Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and Twitter Ads. To optimize Google Ads campaigns, tracking key metrics is essential. The top 10 metrics include Impressions, Cost, Clicks, Average CPC, Conversions, Impressions by Campaign, CTR by Ad Groups, CTR by Campaigns, Cost Per Conversion, and CTR.      Efficient tracking of these metrics is made easier with Databox. A customizable dashboard allows insights into campaign performance, helping advertisers ma...

Week 3 - Google Ad Search Terms

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     Google Ads' Search Terms Report provides insight into the effectiveness of your Search Network. This report compiles the actual search terms that triggered your ads, offering understanding for both seasoned PPC professionals and those looking to enhance their Google Ads knowledge.      The report is able to unveil users' actual search behaviors, helping identify new keywords and potential negatives. If your ad appears for irrelevant searches, it's a signal to update your negative keyword list to prevent unnecessary expenses. Additionally, the report helps refine match types, showcasing which ones work best for specific keywords and searches.      The "Match type" column allows a closer look at how search terms align with your actual keywords, empowering the strategic refinement of match types. The "Keyword" column reveals the dynamic interaction between search terms and triggered ads, providing a live view of your keywords in action. ...

Week 3 - Ad Rank Dynamics

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     Now that you have crafted a responsive search ad, chosen keywords, and set bids, you must determine how your ads can seize the spotlight on Google Search.      Introducing the Google Ads auction, a digital arena dictating ad positions and quality. Google has made its mission to make the world's information useful, ensuring a seamless user experience and value for advertisers through the ad auction system.      Ad rank lies at the core of this system, determining ad eligibility and order. The highest bid actually doesn't guarantee the top spot. Ad Rank actually considers the bid amount, ad quality, context, ad extension impact, and ad rank threshold.      Digging deeper, three factors shape an ad's quality during the auction: Expected Clickthrough Rate: Predicts an ad's click frequency, integrating user feedback to identify resonating ads. Ad Landing Page Experience: A relevant, navigable landing page enhances the user expe...

Week 2 - The Value of a Google Search

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    It's estimated there are r oughly 3.5 billion searches that go through Google daily, which makes Google the gateway to information, products, and services. Mastering Google Search campaigns for business is crucial. They allow businesses to connect with users actively seeking products or services.      Meticulous planning is key to a successful campaign. Decisions, from network selection to bid strategy, offer flexibility aligning with campaign goals. Controlling which searches prompt ads is an art. Keyword targeting and match types, such as broad and exact matches, refine audience reach.      In the digital marketing realm, Google Search Campaigns are beacons, helping businesses navigate the vast sea of online searches. Mastering these campaigns ensures products and services are just a search away. With 200 billion words searched daily, Google Search campaigns are the compass for businesses to make a lasting connection with their customers....

Week 12 - Choosing your Career

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     How do you choose your own career? Planning on doing something for the rest of your life can be immensely difficult. Rest assured, you are allowed to change your mind at some point; being able to identify what you enjoy is extremely important when landing a job, and you may change your mind throughout your life.     Starting with an idea, you need to be able to have a general thought that you should be able to narrow down. The saying  "Start with You, Not the Job Market" advocates aligning your choices with personal passion and enthusiasm. Job seekers should be encouraged to focus on what they want, leveraging their unique fire and energy to attract employers. The similar statement, "Focus on What You Enjoy" stresses the importance of aligning your career with your favorite skills, subjects, and working conditions. The key is a thorough self-inventory. We can conclude with a summary of the five tips: explore broadly, preserve stability, start with your...

Week 11 - What could keep Employers from Hiring me?

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      When being interviewed for a position there are millions of potential questions that an employer could ask. These questions have the potential to expose something that you may think could hinder your chances of getting hired. Fortunately, some characteristics may be exactly what some employers are looking for, even if others aren't.     There is a variety of illegal discriminatory aspects that employers are not allowed to be prejudiced on. These range from race to gender to age, so no need to worry about whether or not these traits affect the way employers do their hiring process. Many companies are realizing the strength of inclusively hiring people, such as those with disabilities.      Companies are increasingly realizing the value of hiring individuals with disabilities and launching special recruitment programs under diversity initiatives. Neurodiverse workers, particularly those with ADD or autism, are recognized for their unique skill...

Week 2 - Google Ads for Business

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     Google Ads provides a wide range of products for advertisers to help reach consumers and advance business goals. This helps drive sales, get leads, increase website visits, influence consideration, build awareness, and promote apps. Google Ads benefits businesses by connecting them to the right people using relevance, control, and results.     Ad campaigns come in different shapes and sizes; ranging from Search, Display, Video, Shopping, or App. Search ads show up within Google search results, and usually show up when people search for businesses or products similar to yours. Display ads appear across a network of two million sites and apps. Video ads will appear while streaming video content, either before or during a video. Shopping ads appear within search results near text or other responsive ads. Finally, App campaigns run across large properties owned by Google; Search, Play, and YouTube.      Overall, Google Ads can help by driving onl...

Week 10 - Job Search

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Today, we will dive into the second chapter of What Color is Your Parachute. This chapter provides valuable insights for job hunters and anyone seeking to improve their overall well-being, all while emphasizing the importance of taking care of your body and mind. 1. Prioritize Sleep and Physical Health: The chapter starts by highlighting the significance of getting adequate sleep. Sleep is a critical component of our physical and mental well-being. Even if nighttime sleep is challenging, consider taking short naps during the day to make up for it. The book explains that feeling depressed or feeling fatigued due to lack of sleep can often be easily confused. Many job hunters have found that they were feeling down simply because they were tired. So, don't underestimate the power of a good night's sleep or a quick nap during the day to boost your mood and energy levels. 2. Stay Physically Fit and Healthy: Physical health and exercise play a crucial role in maintaining a positive m...