If you’ve ever worked with a marketing consultant or done a Google search, you’ve probably had someone tell you to use Google AdWords.

Pay-per-click (PPC) ads that appear in Google search results pages can be an effective way to generate traffic—particularly traffic that converts into customers—by jumping to the top of search results.

At the same time, Google AdWords makes it easy to spend a lot of money very quickly. If you aren’t quite comfortable with what you’re doing, you could blow through your whole marketing budget.

So are PPC ads worth it for small businesses?

PPC and Google AdWords can be worth it for small businesses—if you know when they make sense and how to optimize them.

Here are six of the advantages of Google Adwords.

1. Reach people when they’re looking for you

2. Target based on geography

3. Target multiple audiences that use the same product

4. Send people to specific landing pages

5. Track results easily

6. Get results quickly

You should know your messaging and value propositions before you start buying traffic with paid search Also, the keywords you choose to advertise on are critical, as they determine who is going to see your ad.

Used right, Google AdWords can help you precisely target your audience and drive conversions quickly. With a strong value proposition, landing page, and keyword, Google AdWords can help grow your business. 

Have questions or still a little confused?  We can help find a solution that fits your needs and goals.