Michael Knowles, Author at ROAR Digital Marketing https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/author/michaelroardigitalmarketing-co-uk/ Newcastle's Data-Driven Digital Marketing Agency Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:23:02 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cropped-new-favicon-32x32.webp Michael Knowles, Author at ROAR Digital Marketing https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/author/michaelroardigitalmarketing-co-uk/ 32 32 Why Conversion Focused Reporting Outperforms Vanity Metrics in PPC https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/ppc/why-conversion-focused-reporting-outperforms-vanity-metrics-in-ppc/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:00:34 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=11235 If you’re investing in PPC, you already know the basics: impressions, clicks, and CTR. But here’s the

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If you’re investing in PPC, you already know the basics: impressions, clicks, and CTR. But here’s the truth: none of those numbers matter if they don’t turn into paying customers. At ROAR, we don’t just optimise campaigns for vanity metrics. We build reporting that’s laser-focused on the KPIs that actually grow your business: conversions, revenue, and ROI.

One IT skills training company came to us after their old agency kept celebrating CTR increases while sales stayed flat. We rebuilt their tracking and, within 12 months, delivered a 48% lift in conversions without increasing ad spend. That’s the difference between marketing that looks good and marketing that actually delivers.

 

Why Vanity Metrics Hold Businesses Back

Most agencies love to highlight numbers like “Your CTR is up 25%!”,  but what does that mean for your bottom line? While these statistics look impressive on paper, they rarely cover salaries, keep the lights on, or drive real growth.

 

The Problem with CTR-Obsessed Reporting

Click-through rate is a distraction. It shifts focus to what’s easy to measure instead of what matters. A business doesn’t survive on clicks; it survives on leads, sales, and repeat buyers. That’s why we don’t celebrate vanity numbers; we measure business impact.

 

Want to see how this works in practice? Book a free discovery call today.

 

What We Track Instead – Metrics That Matter

At ROAR, our reporting is built around conversions and ROI, not just surface-level stats.

Here’s what we focus on for our clients:

  • Calls booked
  • Demo requests
  • Online orders
  • Customer lifetime value
  • Which channels actually generate ROI

This approach helps our clients not only understand what’s happening but also make confident decisions about where to invest their marketing budgets.

 

Our final thoughts

When you work with ROAR, you won’t get distracted by inflated numbers that don’t create sales. Instead, you’ll have clear, transparent reporting that shows exactly how your campaigns are contributing to sales and growth. We cut through the noise and focus on what matters most – your bottom line.

If you’re tired of agencies bragging about CTR while your sales team sits idle, it’s time to make the switch.

Ready to move beyond vanity metrics and see how PPC can actually grow your business? Book a free discovery call with ROAR today and discover how conversion-focused PPC reporting delivers real results.

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Why AI Search Optimisation Is the Next Competitive Advantage for B2B Leaders https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/ai/why-ai-search-optimisation-is-the-next-competitive-advantage-for-b2b-leaders/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:00:38 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=11184 AI search isn’t just coming, it’s already here. From AI Overviews to Generative Search, from Answer Engine

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AI search isn’t just coming, it’s already here. From AI Overviews to Generative Search, from Answer Engine Optimisation to AI listings, the way your buyers discover solutions has already changed.

 

And yet, most marketing leaders are still treating this as optional. At ROAR, we’ve seen first-hand that the businesses adapting fastest are the ones driving growth, building authority, and staying visible where buyers begin their journey. Our clients consistently see results because we innovate without abandoning the proven SEO foundations that deliver ROI.

 

If you’re serious about staying ahead, this is your sign to act before competitors leave you behind.

 

The AI Shift in B2B Search

 

The top 15% of firms in every niche aren’t waiting. They’re testing, tweaking, and ensuring their brands show up in AI-driven discovery. These firms know that ignoring AI won’t make it disappear; it only makes it easier for competitors to capture trust and authority earlier in the buyer journey.

 

At ROAR, we’ve helped businesses across technology, finance, and industrial sectors adapt their strategies. Hence, their brands appear not just in Google’s blue links, but inside AI-driven responses that decision-makers increasingly rely on.

 

Six Moves to Stay Ahead in AI Search

 

Here’s what you should be focusing on right now if you want your SEO strategy to remain competitive:

 

  • Build content that answers real buyer questions directly – AI rewards clarity and value, not keyword stuffing.

 

 

  • Ensure technical SEO is watertight – fast load speeds, logical structure, and a clear XML sitemap.

 

  • Check your robots.txt – if AI crawlers can’t access your content, you’ll be invisible.

 

  • Map your SEO to how LLMs frame answers – this is different from traditional SERP rankings.

 

  • Work with a partner who innovates – chasing shadows wastes time. We guide clients on what matters.

 

Want to see how this plays out in practice? Book a discovery call and we’ll show you how we’re already helping clients future-proof their search presence.

 

Why Innovation Doesn’t Mean Starting From Scratch

 

AI search optimisation isn’t about ripping up what works. It’s about adjusting and evolving so you’re in the best shape as discovery shifts. Businesses that treat AI as an add-on will fall behind. Businesses that build it into their strategy now will lead.

 

From Reaction to Preparation

 

The businesses that win are the ones that anticipate, prepare, and invest early. The ones that lose? They scramble late, after competitors have already taken the high ground.

 

At ROAR, our proactive approach means you’ll never be playing catch-up. From automated reporting to transparent communication, we keep you connected to the work and confident in the results.

 

Our Final Thoughts

 

AI search is rewriting the B2B playbook. The question is whether you’ll adapt in time to stay visible where your buyers are making decisions. At ROAR, we don’t just follow trends, we help you lead.

 

Ready to stay ahead of AI search? Schedule a free discovery call today and see how we can help your business win in the era of AI-driven discovery.

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Why A Strategic SEO Agency Is Essential When Google Ranking Suddenly Dropped https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/why-a-strategic-seo-agency-is-essential-when-google-ranking-suddenly-dropped/ Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:00:46 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=10866 When your SEO rankings suddenly plummet, it’s easy to panic. But the truth is, in the world

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When your SEO rankings suddenly plummet, it’s easy to panic. But the truth is, in the world of algorithm updates and search volatility, sudden drops are often temporary. What matters most isn’t just reacting quickly… It’s responding smartly.

At ROAR, we’ve helped countless clients with their SEO concerns using a strategy rooted in data, not drama. That’s how we’ve not only recovered lost rankings but driven long-term growth, even during major Google updates.

If your SEO performance just took a hit, here’s what a calm, proven SEO agency like ROAR can do to help, without making things worse.

The Truth About Sudden SEO Ranking Drops

You’re not alone. When Google rolls out an update, SERP volatility is not just common, it’s expected. But rash decisions in this phase often backfire.

Want to learn more about core algorithm updates? Read our Broad Core Algorithm Update Survival Guide

 

Why SEO Dips Happen, and Why Panicking Is a Mistake 

Google’s algorithm updates often take days or even weeks to roll out fully. Early changes in ranking can be misleading. Making rapid edits to pages, switching strategies, or overhauling site content based on a 24-hour drop can damage performance in the long term.

We’ve seen this firsthand:

  • A recent software client saw a dramatic drop overnight. Instead of jumping to conclusions, we monitored analytics, waited for the dust to settle, and spotted that competitors dropped even further.
  • Within one week, rankings recovered stronger than before. With just two small, strategic page adjustments, we improved performance inside 72 hours.

 

Want to see results like this? Book a free SEO review with ROAR

 

The 4-Step Framework We Use to Handle Sudden SEO Drops

Not only does this approach work, but it’s repeatable. Here’s our proven process when rankings take a hit:

  1. Monitor Analytics, Don’t React Immediately

Data first, always. We set up tracking to identify what changed, where, and when. Sudden dips can often reverse just as quickly.

  1. Wait for the Algorithm Rollout to Complete

Google doesn’t flip a switch overnight. We resist the temptation to change anything until we know what’s happening.

  1. Benchmark Against Competitors

If your competitors are also seeing volatility, that’s a key signal. It’s likely not your site, it’s the algorithm at work.

  1. Review Affected Pages After Stabilisation

Only once rankings settle do we make precise changes to specific pages, informed by real data, not guesswork.

 

When a Temporary Drop Isn’t Temporary 

If rankings have been falling for weeks or months, or traffic is flatlining, that’s not a blip, it’s a red flag.

This is where our team steps in to conduct comprehensive technical audits, content performance reviews, and backlink profile checks, uncovering any deeper issues that may be holding your site back. We then create a clear action plan to reverse the trend, fast.

Whether it’s Core Web Vitals, poor crawlability, toxic backlinks or outdated content — we know where to look, and how to fix it.

Our final thoughts

At ROAR, we don’t chase vanity metrics. We don’t make guesses. We don’t panic.

Instead, we focus on long-term search health, data-led decision making, and keeping you informed at every stage.

We’ve helped brands across SaaS, industrial, retail, and service sectors recover from dips and outperform their pre-update benchmarks — all with clear communication and full transparency.

 

Ready to Turn That SEO Dip Into Growth? If your site’s rankings are fluctuating, don’t risk making it worse. Request a Free SEO Audit and we’ll help you understand what’s really happening, and what needs to happen next.

Let’s get your search performance moving in the right direction — with calm, clear, confident strategy.

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]]> How to Choose a Marketing Channel Without Hurting Your Business Growth https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/how-to-choose-a-marketing-channel-without-hurting-your-business-growth/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 08:00:29 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=8620 It’s tempting to pick your marketing channels off the shelf, quick, convenient, and seemingly safe. After all,

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It’s tempting to pick your marketing channels off the shelf, quick, convenient, and seemingly safe. After all, if your competitors are doing it, it must work… right?

At ROAR, we’ve seen this mistake countless times. Experienced marketing leaders fall into the same trap, choosing channels simply because:

  • Competitors are using them
  • They assume they’re effective
  • They feel pressured to pick something rather than nothing

But here’s the truth: this approach doesn’t drive sustainable growth.

We’ve helped many businesses refocus, and the results speak for themselves. Clients who shifted from imitation to strategy saw stronger engagement, higher ROI, and faster growth, without wasting their budget on ineffective channels.

If you’re serious about learning how to choose a marketing channel that drives results, this blog is your final nudge towards clarity.

Stop Guessing – Start Choosing Marketing Channels With Purpose

Many brands fall into the trap of picking marketing channels based on guesswork or industry trends. But there’s a smarter, simpler way to remove the uncertainty.

Step 1: Identify Clearly – Know Exactly Who You’re Targeting

Be brutally specific about who your ideal customer is, and equally clear about who they are not.

A great piece of advice from Kathryn Wharton recently summed it up perfectly: “Define who you are not targeting as clearly as who you are.”

When you know exactly who you’re speaking to, channel selection becomes far easier.

Step 2: Analyse Deeply – Where Does Your Audience Pay Attention?

Spoiler alert: It’s rarely where your competitors think.

Invest time in researching where your audience spends their time, both online and offline. Data from customer surveys, analytics, and even industry forums can reveal goldmines of insight that most brands overlook.

Step 3: Select Strategically — Align Channels With Your Customers, Not Trends

Once you’ve nailed down who your audience is and where they spend their attention, only then should you select your marketing channels.

Forget what’s ‘popular’ or ‘easy’. Focus on what connects with your specific audience – whether that’s SEO, PPC, social media, email marketing, or something else entirely.

Want to ensure your marketing channels are driving real results? Book a free discovery call, and we’ll review your current strategy, no obligation, just honest insight.

The Truth About Channel Selection Most Agencies Won’t Tell You

Here’s where we’re different from most agencies: we’ll always tell you the truth, even if it means recommending a service we don’t offer.

Why? Because integrity matters more than quick wins.

  • Sometimes social media outperforms SEO, depending on your goals.
  • Sometimes PPC needs to wait until your analytics are fully set up, this is always true.
  • Copying competitors without a clear strategy is a fast track to wasted budget.
  • Pushing services simply because they’re available doesn’t serve you.

If your business isn’t ready for SEO or PPC yet, we’ll say so, because when you are ready, you’ll remember who gave you honest, useful advice, not a sales pitch.

Our final thoughts

Think about it, if your sink was leaking, would you pick the first tool you saw, or would you select the right one for the job?

The same applies to your marketing strategy.

You deserve precision, clarity, and a marketing partner who advises, not just sells. Our approach is built around honesty, transparency, and long-term impact. We’ll help you build a strategy that makes sense for your business, not just our bottom line.

Ready to get strategic about how to choose a marketing channel for your business? Request a free discovery call and let’s make sure your channels are aligned to your goals, audience, and budget.

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Why Smarter Google Display Campaigns Drive Better ROI for Brands https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/why-smarter-google-display-campaigns-drive-better-roi-for-brands/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 08:00:42 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=8614 If you’re investing in Google Display campaigns, you’ve probably seen a flood of impressions and maybe even

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If you’re investing in Google Display campaigns, you’ve probably seen a flood of impressions and maybe even felt a momentary win from those high numbers. But what if we told you that those vanity metrics could be hiding a silent budget drain?

At ROAR, we regularly audit display campaigns for clients who are frustrated by minimal site traffic and weak conversion rates, despite racking up millions of impressions. One recent shift in our approach led to a 26% increase in leads and conversions simply by becoming smarter about how impressions were measured, targeted, and optimised.

If you’re running display ads but aren’t seeing measurable momentum, you’re not alone, and the solution is simpler than you think.

Why Big Impressions Without Action Are Hurting Your Display ROI

It’s easy to be seduced by big numbers. One campaign we ran in the early days generated millions of impressions. On paper, it looked like a hit. But behind the scenes? Web traffic remained largely unchanged, and conversions were nearly nonexistent.

We were essentially shouting into the void.

Once we shifted focus to viewable impressions (vCPM), tightened frequency caps, and refined targeting, we saw tangible results. Unlike standard CPM (which charges for every thousand served impressions), vCPM only charges when your ad is actually seen.

We tracked reach vs impressions, optimised placements, and aligned display with performance goals, resulting in a 26% increase in leads.

 

Want to see what smarter display could do for your brand? Book a Free Discovery Call and let’s take a look at your current performance together.

 

The Key Fixes We Recommend for Underperforming Display Ads

You don’t need a massive rebrand or a total overhaul—just a smarter approach to measurement and targeting.

Step 1: Track viewable impressions (not just served ones)

Google counts an impression the moment your ad loads, even if it’s never seen. Start using vCPM bidding to make sure you’re only paying when someone can actually see your message.

Step 2: Reach vs Impressions — a reality check

If your reach is low but impressions are high, it likely means the same users are being bombarded with your ads. That leads to fatigue, not conversions. A balanced frequency cap combined with relevant placements leads to stronger awareness and interest.

 

Optimising for Impact, Not Illusion

The shift in mindset is simple: from noise to visibility. Instead of being content with inflated impression numbers, measure success based on engagement, click-through rates, and conversion actions.

Why visibility over volume

You want ads that cut through, get seen, and get acted on—not sit ignored in a sidebar no one scrolls to. Start pairing impressions with CTR and conversion data. The story those numbers tell? That’s your real brand performance.

 

Our final thoughts

We get it. Display can be confusing. But with the right tactics, it can drive huge top-of-funnel awareness and downstream conversions.

 

At ROAR, we keep campaigns laser-focused on visibility, not volume. From automated reporting to performance-based optimisations, we ensure every penny works toward your brand goals. No fluff, no waste—just ROI.

 

Ready to turn impressions into impact? Request a Free discovery call — and let us show you how viewable impressions, smart targeting, and clear tracking can drive measurable brand growth.

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How to Get More Conversions with Aligned Marketing https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-more-conversions-with-aligned-marketing/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 08:00:43 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=8482 When you’re investing in SEO, PPC, email marketing, and social media, you expect results—leads, conversions, revenue. And

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When you’re investing in SEO, PPC, email marketing, and social media, you expect results—leads, conversions, revenue. And yet, for many marketing leaders, those results remain frustratingly out of reach.

If that’s you, the problem likely isn’t your budget, your platform, or even your targeting. It’s this: your marketing lacks congruence.

So. let’s discuss how to get more conversions with aligned marketing.

At ROAR, we see this time and time again. Businesses come to us after pouring thousands into Google Ads or launching expensive website redesigns, only to see low conversion rates. But once we align every touchpoint—ads, website, SEO content, email sequences, LinkedIn presence—the change is immediate. Conversions rise. Trust builds. ROI increases.

So what is congruence in marketing—and why does it matter so much?

How to Get More Conversions with Aligned Marketing – Confusion Doesn’t Convert

Inconsistency Kills Confidence

If your SEO strategy says one thing, your PPC campaigns shout another, and your website contradicts both, your prospects feel it. They won’t be able to put their finger on why they don’t trust you—but they won’t convert either.

Modern buyers move fast. If your messaging doesn’t match across every channel, they second-guess the value you offer and bounce.

We’ve worked with clients across B2B, eCommerce, and service-based sectors who faced this exact issue. Once we brought every channel into alignment—from the Google Ads headline to the email nurture flow—they saw uplift in both lead quality and conversion volume. It’s about building a seamless, reassuring experience from first click to final form fill.

Want to see congruence in action? Have a look at our case studies

Align Every Touchpoint in Your Funnel

Step 1: Match Your Messaging from Ad to Landing Page

If a user clicks your PPC ad promising “Free 30-Day Trial” but lands on a page with vague corporate jargon and no mention of the offer, they’ll leave. Fast.

Your paid ads, SEO content, and web pages must tell the same story. Use consistent keywords, benefits, tone, and offers. This reduces friction, builds trust, and keeps your audience engaged through to conversion.

Step 2: Keep Messaging Consistent Across All Channels

Whether it’s an organic post on LinkedIn, an email campaign, or a product page—your brand message must stay consistent. This doesn’t mean copy/pasting headlines everywhere. It means aligning the core message, value proposition, and tone across platforms.

If someone sees your PPC ad one day and reads your newsletter the next, they should feel like it’s coming from the same company with the same values and offer.

Step 3: Make Sure Your Offers Fit the Channel’s Intent

Every channel has a different psychological context. Users clicking a Google Search ad are in “solution now” mode, while those consuming your blog are information-gathering.

Don’t present the same offer in every place. Instead, adjust your presentation—urgency in PPC, depth in SEO, credibility on social. But always keep the brand voice and message congruent.

Step 4: Test, Refine, and Stay Aligned

Alignment isn’t a one-and-done. Marketing landscapes change. Offers evolve. That’s why we continuously test performance, refine messaging, and ensure congruence across all campaign layers.

Even small tweaks—like syncing ad copy with updated landing page content—can drastically improve results.

Our final thoughts

Congruence is more than consistency—it’s about creating a frictionless experience that builds trust. When your marketing sings in harmony, your prospects feel confident, understood, and ready to act.

At ROAR, we specialise in cross-channel alignment that delivers results. From automated reporting that shows real-time performance to campaign strategies tailored by intent, we ensure every channel works with your message—not against it.

Don’t let disjointed campaigns dilute your impact.

Ready to see what aligned marketing can really do? Book a free discovery call now. Let’s turn your marketing into a single, unstoppable force for conversion.

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How Strategic SEO Services Boost Growth https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/how-strategic-seo-services-boost-growth/ Thu, 29 May 2025 08:00:39 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=8466 If you’re considering SEO, it’s probably because you want to grow — but the way you approach

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If you’re considering SEO, it’s probably because you want to grow — but the way you approach it will make or break the outcome.

At ROAR, we speak with businesses every week who are excited about SEO. They’ve heard it drives traffic. They know competitors are doing it. And they assume it’s the logical next step to grow online.

But here’s what we tell every client before we ever talk keywords or rankings:

SEO is not a fix for a broken strategy.

It’s not duct tape for underperforming channels. It won’t paper over vague positioning or poor conversion rates. But done right, SEO is a scalable engine that can deliver measurable sales, consistent leads, and lasting authority in your market.

We’ve seen it work. We helped a B2B SaaS platform triple its inbound leads in six months by shifting focus from low-intent blog content to decision-stage landing pages. An ecommerce client doubled organic revenue in 90 days — not by chasing every keyword, but by targeting those tied directly to purchase-ready customers.

If you’re thinking about SEO as a quick fix, pause.

Let’s talk about what really works.

Don’t Let Vanity, Fear or Confusion Drive Your SEO Investment

Most businesses don’t fail at SEO because of poor execution — they fail because of the wrong motivation.

Ask yourself honestly:

  • Vanity – Are you focused on rankings just to “look better” than your competitors?
  • Fear – Are you worried your site won’t be found if you don’t do SEO immediately?
  • Confusion – Are you choosing SEO just because you’re unsure what else to try?

These motivations lead to scattergun strategies. You might get traffic — but it won’t convert. You might rank — but not for terms that actually drive revenue.

SEO is only as strong as the strategy behind it.

It should never be your plan B.

Want to see how strategy-led SEO drives revenue? Explore our latest client case study

What Strategic SEO Should Look Like

When done right, SEO doesn’t just make you more visible — it makes you the go-to brand in your market.

Here’s how successful businesses use SEO:

  • Growth – They see SEO as a long-term channel for compounding revenue.
  • Authority – They build trust through consistent, high-value content and on-site expertise.
  • Sales & Leads – They measure SEO performance by what truly matters: pipeline and profit.

We often say: SEO without strategy is like heating a house with all the windows open. You’ll feel the warmth for a while, but you’re burning through resources with nothing sustainable to show for it.

Instead, our clients start with a clear growth goal, then we build the SEO roadmap that supports it — whether that’s winning high-intent keywords, building content clusters around key offerings, or generating backlinks that boost trust and visibility where it matters.

Our Final Thoughts

At ROAR, we’re not interested in vanity metrics or vague deliverables.

We’re here to drive growth with purpose — which means every SEO campaign starts with one question: What business result are we trying to achieve?

That clarity is what turns search engine visibility into long-term revenue, brand leadership, and competitive advantage.

We also focus on clear communication and full transparency — our reporting is automated, our KPIs are aligned with your goals, and our team is always on hand to keep your strategy on track.

Ready to unlock the real value of SEO? Request a discovery call and let’s build a growth engine that works.

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How To Win More Business By Prioritising 3-5 High Intent Niche Keywords https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/how-to-win-more-business-by-prioritising-3-5-high-intent-niche-keywords/ Thu, 22 May 2025 08:00:19 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=8464 If you’re still chasing big search volume in your Google Ads strategy, you’re likely wasting budget—and missing

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If you’re still chasing big search volume in your Google Ads strategy, you’re likely wasting budget—and missing out on real conversions. High intent niche keywords consistently outperform broad terms when it comes to driving profit. At ROAR, we’ve helped clients quadruple conversions and slash cost-per-acquisition simply by shifting focus to just a handful of tightly targeted terms.

This blog is your final nudge. If you’re a performance-driven marketer or commercial leader looking to drive more qualified leads, this is the smarter, faster, and more cost-effective route to success. Discover how to win more business now. 

Why Quality Beats Quantity in Google Ads

Many businesses fall into the trap of thinking more traffic equals more sales. But here’s the truth: traffic is vanity, profit is sanity. It’s easy to get swept up in the appeal of large numbers—thousands of clicks, rising impressions, and that dopamine hit from a growing line on a graph. But when you dig deeper, these metrics often hide a harsher reality: low engagement, poor conversion rates, and inflated ad spend that doesn’t move the bottom line.

Broad keywords bring browsers. Niche terms bring buyers.

Imagine a busy high street shop shouting “we sell everything!” Sure, you’ll grab attention—but few people will actually come in and buy. Now imagine whispering: “Freshly brewed organic Earl Grey tea served here.” The right people stop. They’re sold before they even step inside.

That’s what high intent niche keywords do for your PPC strategy. They cut through the noise and speak directly to the person who’s ready to buy.

Lower Costs, Higher ROI

It might seem counterintuitive, but going niche often means spending less and making more.

Here’s why:

  • Niche keywords tend to have less competition—so you avoid costly bidding wars.
  • Conversion rates are higher because the user’s search intent is crystal clear.
  • You waste less budget on irrelevant clicks from users who were never going to convert.

Even when cost-per-clicks are higher, your return on ad spend (ROAS) improves because there’s far less waste.

Want to see the results for yourself? Book a free discovery call and we’ll show you how a tighter keyword strategy can transform your campaigns.

Faster Rankings, Faster Revenue

Another major advantage of high intent niche keywords? Speed.

You’ll see results sooner.

Niche terms are easier to rank for and dominate. That means you can:

  • Get your ads seen by the right audience faster.
  • Achieve higher Quality Scores from Google.
  • Quickly identify which terms convert, then scale them with confidence.

This test–learn–scale cycle is how we help our clients build sustainable, conversion-focused campaigns.

Our final thoughts

Chasing search volume is tempting—but if it doesn’t lead to profit, what’s the point? High intent niche keywords give you a direct line to ready-to-buy customers, helping you spend less and earn more.

At ROAR, we prioritise performance. We don’t chase vanity metrics. Our automated reporting keeps you in the loop, and our keyword strategies are built to meet real business goals—from qualified leads to revenue.

Ready to move forward? Let’s find your 3–5 high intent niche keywords and build a campaign that actually converts. Book a discovery call today. 

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Why SEO & PPC Are Essential for Standing Out in Competitive B2B Niches https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/blog/why-seo-ppc-are-essential-for-standing-out-in-competitive-b2b-niches/ Thu, 15 May 2025 08:00:29 +0000 https://roardigitalmarketing.co.uk/?p=8456 When every competitor in your niche is shouting from the rooftops, cutting through the noise with SEO

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When every competitor in your niche is shouting from the rooftops, cutting through the noise with SEO and PPC isn’t just helpful — it’s essential. In tightly packed B2B markets, differentiation can be the difference between becoming the go-to choice or fading into obscurity.

At ROAR, we’ve helped dozens of B2B businesses unlock this exact challenge. Our campaigns consistently outperform industry benchmarks by honing in on laser-focused USPs, emotionally driven messaging, and hyper-targeted keyword strategies. Whether your goal is lead generation, market penetration or brand positioning, our clients see meaningful, measurable results — and now it’s your turn.

 

Focus on What Makes You Unforgettable

Your prospects already know the market is crowded. They’ve heard all the claims — “best quality,” “leading supplier,” “innovative solution.” What they haven’t heard is what only you can offer.

 

 

Create Laser-Focused USPs That Actually Resonate 

Forget vague statements. Instead, define a USP that slices through the noise — one your competitors can’t or won’t claim. This could be anything from same-day turnaround to 24/7 technical support or exclusive product access. Our team works with you to identify and amplify this unique edge across both paid and organic campaigns.

 

 

See how we transformed a niche business with this approach – read the case study.

 

 

Speak to What Your Buyers Actually Care About

 

When it comes to high-intent B2B decision-making, logic gets them interested — but emotion seals the deal.

 

Use Emotionally Intelligent Messaging

Facts inform, but feelings inspire action. Whether it’s relief from process headaches, confidence in long-term reliability, or assurance of ROI, your content needs to speak to the outcomes your buyers are truly seeking. With ROAR, we bring this emotional clarity into every PPC ad, landing page, and SEO-led blog post.

 

Own the Keywords Others Ignore

B2B searchers are often problem-aware and solution-seeking. Generic keywords won’t win them over — precision does.

 

Dominate Long-Tail, High-Intent Keyword Niches

Rather than spreading budget thinly across broad terms, we help you target the long-tail keywords your competitors overlook — where cost per click is lower, and conversion intent is sky-high. Then we pair this with landing pages that convert on first touch.

 

Position Your Brand as the Obvious Choice

Differentiation isn’t about being louder — it’s about being clearer, more relevant, and more valuable to the customer right now.

 

Shift the Conversation from Price to Value

When differentiation is done right, prospects stop comparing price tags and start recognising your value. That’s when PPC and SEO become real growth channels, driving not just traffic, but high-converting, qualified leads.

 

 

Our final thoughts

In a crowded niche, simply existing online isn’t enough. You need messaging that resonates, keywords that convert, and a strategy that positions you as the only logical choice. At ROAR, we build campaigns around your unique strengths — and we back it up with transparent reporting, clear communication, and measurable ROI.

 

Ready to cut through the noise in your niche?
Request a Free Discovery Call with our PPC and SEO experts today — and see how we can position your B2B brand for lasting visibility and growth.

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You could spend £100k on SEO and still not rank online. Because if Google can’t see your site, it simply doesn’t matter.

At ROAR, we’ve seen it firsthand. Many businesses come to us after months or years of promises from other agencies. They were promised rankings, traffic, and leads. Yet, they still find themselves invisible online.

If you’re here, you probably already know something isn’t right. Maybe you’re not ranking for your brand name. Maybe traffic has flatlined. You sense the problem, but no one has shown you where it really lives.

Today, we’ll show you how to uncover three critical SEO blockers — in less than 24 hours — that most agencies completely miss. These could be the final fixes standing between you and the visibility you deserve.

 

How SEO Agencies Keep Missing the Basics

When we took on a recent client, they had been passed around more agencies than a cuppa at a builder’s brew round. Each agency promised the world.

And after tens of thousands spent? They still weren’t showing up. Not even for their own brand name. (WTF, right?)

On our very first day, we did what every good SEO team should do: we looked under the hood.

 

What We Found (in Less Than 30 Minutes) 

Canonical Tags Pointing to the Wrong Pages: Google was told to ignore the very pages they wanted to rank.

A Rogue Disallow Command in Robots.txt: Their site was basically telling Googlebot to F off.

Zero Internal Links to Main Service Pages: It was like setting up a shop in the desert without any road signs.

 

Want to see results? Read our latest success story.

 

How to quickly see your SEO problems

These issues aren’t rare — they’re rampant. Here’s how you can quickly Check Your SEO Blockers start checking your site today:

  1. Test Your Robots.txt

Use free tools like the one in Google Search Console. Make sure you’re not accidentally blocking critical pages.

  1. Review Canonical Tags

Prioritise checking canonical tags on your main service or product pages. Ensure they’re pointing to the correct versions.

  1. Check What’s Indexed

Use “site:yourdomain.com” in Google. If your important pages aren’t there, it’s a red flag.

  1. Build Internal Links

Update your blog posts to link back to your core services pages. This strengthens their importance in Google’s eyes.

 

Our Final Thoughts

If your site isn’t visible, no amount of fancy graphics, clever blogs, or even link building will save it.

This client went from totally invisible to mid-page 1 for key terms within a week. Not because we bought loads of sh!tty links, but because we unblocked the basics.

Google can’t rank what it can’t crawl.

Don’t let poor technical setup be the silent killer of your SEO efforts. If you’re working with an agency right now and suspect something’s off, ask them when they last checked your crawlability. If they say, “We don’t need to,” — run faster than you do for a Greggs pasty when you’re hungover.

 

Ready to Fix Your SEO Blockers and Finally Rank?

Let’s make sure your site is actually open for business. Book your discovery call today and uncover the hidden blockers holding you back.

 

Photo © by AzmanL from Getty Images Signature.

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