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Module 4: Google Ads / SEM

Welcome to Module 4 of our Digital Marketing Course, where we dive deep into the Google Ads ecosystem, focusing specifically on Search Engine Marketing (SEM).

In this module, you’ll learn How to Run Your First Google Search Campaign—from start to launch to optimization. This guide, curated by Kamlesh Singad and the expert team at CWK Agency, is tailored for beginners, students, and aspiring digital marketers looking to practically master paid ads.

Why Google Search Campaign?

A Google Search Campaign puts your business on top of search results when someone actively searches for your product or service.

For example:
Search: “Best Podcast Setup in India”
Result: Your ad on top, even above organic results.

Benefits:

• Target users with high intent
• Fast results compared to SEO
• Full control over ad copy, location, budget, and targeting
• Works for any budget

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Understanding Google Ads Structure

Before diving in, let’s understand how Google Ads is structured:

1. Account: Linked with your Gmail.
2. Campaign: Set objective, budget, location, and networks.
3. Ad Group: Organize keywords and ads.
4. Ads: Actual content users see.

This hierarchical structure helps in creating clean, measurable, and scalable ad setups.

Tools You’ll Need Before You Start

Tool	Use
Gmail ID	To create a Google Ads account
Website URL	Where you want traffic
Google Keyword Planner	For keyword research
Google Analytics	For tracking conversions
Google Tag Manager	For event-based tracking

CWK Tip: Install Google Tag Assistant to debug any issues.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Run Your First Google Search Campaign

Step 1: Create Your Google Ads Account

Visit: https://ads.google.com
Use your Gmail to sign up and switch to Expert Mode to unlock full campaign features.

Step 2: Select Campaign Goal

Choose your objective:

• Website Traffic (Best for first campaign)
• Leads
• Sales

Choose Search Campaign as your campaign type.

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Step 3: Campaign Settings

• Campaign Name: e.g., “Digital Board Sales – India”
• Networks: Uncheck Display Network (only Search)
• Location: Select country/state/city or pin codes
• Languages: Usually English and Hindi for India
• Budget: Start with ₹300–₹500/day
• Bidding: Choose Clicks and manually set CPC (₹5–₹20 depending on niche)

Step 4: Add Keywords

Use Keyword Planner to find high-intent keywords.

Match Type	Keyword	Match Behavior
Broad Match	digital boards	Shows on related searches
Phrase Match	“buy digital board”	Shows when phrase matches
Exact Match	[digital board in Pune]	Shows only on exact search

Don’t forget to add negative keywords like “free”, “cheap”, etc.

Step 5: Create Ad Groups

Each ad group targets one product/service.

Example:

• Ad Group 1: Digital Boards
• Ad Group 2: Podcast Equipment
• Ad Group 3: Studio Setup

Step 6: Write High-Converting Ad Copy

Headline Examples:

• Buy Digital Boards Online
• Smart Boards for Teachers
• EMI Available – Order Now

Description Examples:

• Top-quality interactive digital boards. Free shipping & 3-year warranty. Shop now!
• Best for teachers, trainers & YouTubers. Get it delivered across India.

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Use:

• Primary Keywords
• Power Words like “Free,” “Top-Rated,” “Instant”
• CTA like “Call Now,” “Buy Today,” “Explore”

Step 7: Add Extensions

Extensions increase CTR by up to 20%.

Extension	Use
Sitelink	Link to other pages like Pricing, Demo
Callout	Add offers like “Free Delivery”
Structured Snippets	Showcase features
Call Extension	Add your phone number

Step 8: Review & Publish

• Double-check: Keywords, Budget, Ads
• Click Publish
• Google will review the ad (usually within 24 hours)

Tracking Your Campaign Performance

Once your campaign is live, monitor it using:

Metric	Purpose
CTR (Click Through Rate)	Clicks ÷ Impressions
CPC (Cost Per Click)	What you pay for each click
Quality Score	Relevance of keyword + ad + landing page
Conversion Rate	Clicks that turned into actions
Impression Share	Market competitiveness

CWK Agency uses Google Ads + Google Analytics combo for best insights.

How to Optimize Your Campaign Over Time

1. Pause low-performing keywords
2. Increase bids on converting keywords
3. Test new ad copies weekly
4. A/B test landing pages
5. Add more negative keywords
6. Use Ad Schedule (run ads only when leads convert best)

Optimization is an ongoing process. Kamlesh Singad says:
“The first campaign is just the beginning. Analyze, optimize, repeat.”

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Practical Assignment for Students

Goal: Create a Search Campaign for a mock product (e.g., “Online Course for Python”)

Submit:

• Screenshot of Campaign Settings
• Keyword List
• Sample Ad Copy
• Budget Distribution
• Performance after 3 days (CTR, CPC)

CWK Agency mentors will review and guide every student for practical mastery.

Real-World Case Study

Client: Smart Class Setup Provider in Delhi
Budget: ₹15,000/month
Goal: Leads for Digital Boards

Result:

• CPC: ₹8.5
• CTR: 6.4%
• Leads: 52 in 28 days
  Strategy Used: Exact match keywords, high-quality ad copy, call extensions

Achieved 3X ROI in the first month of running a Google Search Campaign with CWK Agency.

FAQs

Conclusion

Starting with Google Ads might seem overwhelming, but with this structured guide from Kamlesh Singad and CWK Agency, you now know exactly How to Run Your First Google Search Campaign.

Action Plan for Students:

• Create a Google Ads account
• Pick a product/service
• Set up your first Search Campaign
• Track performance for 7 days
• Optimize based on CTR and conversions

Don’t just learn—implement. That’s the CWK philosophy.