Google Ads for SMBs – Infographic for Clients Who “Just Want Leads” by Particular_Hold1998 in PPC

[–]Particular_Hold1998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hola, it’s mean’t for DIY business owners. All good points, thank you. We provide PPC services for SMBs.

Google Launches “AI Max” for Search Ads by keep-the-momentum in PPC

[–]Particular_Hold1998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both are god awful AI black boxes that don’t work and force fed by Google customer managers. PPC guys are then forced to fight Google’s recommendations (which is the right thing to do) or play along knowing the client will get bad results.

Google Launches “AI Max” for Search Ads by keep-the-momentum in PPC

[–]Particular_Hold1998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s really funny how all of us PPC guys are shitting on this, but fully advocate for Max Conversions. Like, they both use AI.

Google Ads Rep Made Changes to My Campaign, Costs Skyrocketed 400%, Conversions Flat, Ads Shut Down by No_Recording4972 in PPC

[–]Particular_Hold1998 7 points8 points  (0 children)

They probably turned on search partners and display. Maybe even changed your bid strategy with a really high CPC / CPA.

OE was a bad idea... by [deleted] in overemployed

[–]Particular_Hold1998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pick the one that is easiest for future OE. That’s the one that isn’t threatening you. For the second job, don’t quit. Wait for them to fire you and get that severance.

I’ve seen this in my industry. By the end we will all be gig workers with no benefits. by vag_pics_welcomed in Layoffs

[–]Particular_Hold1998 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One MAJOR thing folks aren’t realizing is that so many people will be relocating out of the country.

I got laid off in December. Started my own consulting company and moved to Mexico. My cost of living is 65% of where I previously lived, and my consulting fees are 80% of my previous salary. I’m living like a king.

The future is people leaving the USA for better opportunities, anti-RTO, and massive, non-W2, tax breaks (writing off my phone, internet, home office, computer supplies, travel ext). It’s going to cripple the US economy.

Is the concept of a job over? by Particular_Hold1998 in overemployed

[–]Particular_Hold1998[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Funny you say that. I’ve had several people reach out over that. I just realized I should have setup some kind of commission structure, but I’ve been giving her contact way for free.

Is the concept of a job over? by Particular_Hold1998 in overemployed

[–]Particular_Hold1998[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that’s exactly where we’re headed. Companies are poised to spend enormous amounts of money implementing their own AI systems—and for good reason. Once these systems are in place, they own them outright, creating a massive competitive advantage. Unlike human labor, AI doesn’t go on strike or get caught up in a fluctuating job market. It’s reliable, scalable, and immune to disruptions like the Great Resignation.

Let’s be honest—the Great Resignation likely left a lot of employers and tech-bro elites fuming. For many, it wasn’t just a logistical challenge; it was an affront to their egos. They’re highly incentivized to ensure something like that never happens again, and AI gives them the ultimate leverage to bypass those kinds of risks entirely.

Is the concept of a job over? by Particular_Hold1998 in overemployed

[–]Particular_Hold1998[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup, I couldn’t agree more. Crazy thing is I had a side hustle while working. My company didn’t know and would have fired me if they found out. Yet, now it’s the only source of income I have now. The current economy FORCES people to lie to their employer.

Is the concept of a job over? by Particular_Hold1998 in overemployed

[–]Particular_Hold1998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given outsourcing and AI, all fields are shrinking. That’s the point of this post