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TACOS Tuesday Podcast - Amazon Ads Tactics

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Join Sebastian Hargreaves and Hamish Conway from Sell Global, an Amazon Specialist Marketing Agency in Australia, as they share the most up-to-date Amazon Ads insights and tactics to help you profitably grow on Amazon in Australia and the USA. As an Amazon Ads Advanced partner and Australia’s number one ads management agency, you’ll get a new perspective on what is working now, what isn’t, and where Amazon Ads is heading next.

Ep.16 - TACOS Tuesday - Why You Need Single Keyword Campaigns

In Episode 16 of Tacos Tuesday, Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves dive into the powerful strategy of single keyword campaigns on Amazon. As the busy Black Friday-Cyber Monday window begins, they explain how this tactic helps advertisers boost sales, control budgets, and optimize placements with precision. Sebastian breaks down the key benefits of using single keyword campaigns and offers actionable tips on how to set them up, choose the right search terms, and adjust bids for maximum impact. Perfect for sellers looking to fine-tune their Amazon ads during a critical time of year.

Ep.15 - TACOS Tuesday - Ad Placement Modifiers - What are They and When to Use Them

In Episode 15 of Tacos Tuesday, Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves dive into the often-overlooked world of Amazon ad placement modifiers. They break down how to prioritise your ad placements for maximum impact during key Amazon Flag Pole events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.From understanding top of search, rest of search, and product page placements, to when and how to use placement modifiers to boost ad results, this episode is packed with insights to help you optimise your Amazon advertising strategy.Whether you’re preparing for peak sales seasons or refining your year-round ad approach, Seb and Hamish offer key tips for driving better results and managing your ad spend effectively.

Ep.14 - TACOS Tuesday - What Amazon Suggests You Do v's Sebastian - The Uber Episode

In Episode 14 of Tacos Tuesday, fresh from an Amazon ads event in Sydney, hop in the Uber with Hamish and Seb as they unpack an Amazon Ads strategy sent to a brand for the November and December period. While the plan on the surface appears logical, when they peel back the layers you can see this plan would certainly benefit Amazon, but the client would be wasting a lot of ad spend. Find out why as you tune into this episode.

Ep.13 - TACOS Tuesday - Q4 Holiday Season Advertising Strategies

Welcome to Tacos Tuesday. Join Hamish Conway and Sell Global’s Head of Advertising, Sebastian Hargreaves, on Episode 13 as they discuss how to both be ready for the peak holiday shopping season and also how to execute when the sales start flowing. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the horizon, discover strategies to engage early bird shoppers, effective budgeting strategies, learn about the psychology of buyers, and effectively promote your products. From understanding consumer behaviour to preparing your listings for peak traffic, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you make the most of Q4. Get ready to elevate your Amazon ads and drive sales during the busiest shopping season of the year. Enjoy the show and as always, follow, review, and share. Thank you. 📩 👍 P.S. 👉 We’re exhibiting at Amazon Ads Summit – in Sydney on Thursday 31 October – Register here

Ep.12 - TACOS Tuesday - How to Look Under the Hood of Your Amazon Ads

In episode 12 of TACOS Tuesday, Sebastian walks through how he looks at an Amazon Ads Account from when he first gets to look under the hood. There’s 6 key tabs he goes to and by following along on this episode, you’ll be able to do the same for your Amazon Ads account and pick up some fast wins. Whether you’re a seasoned seller or just starting out, Seb’s expert insights will give you a new view of your Amazon Ads account to know if you are on track, or if there is some optimisation work to do.

P.S. Hamish mentions in the show these events:

👉 Amazon Vendor Live Events – in Melbourne on Thursday, 24th Oct, and Sydney on Wednesday 30th Oct, we bring together vendor sellers on Amazon AU – Register here

👉 We’re exhibiting at Amazon Ads Summit – in Sydney on Thursday 31 October – Register here

Ep.11 - TACOS Tuesday - How to Increase Conversion Rates for Improved Ad Performance

Join Sebastian Hargreaves and Hamish Conway from Sell Global, Australia’s leading Amazon Ads agency, as they share the latest insights and tactics to help you profitably grow on Amazon in Australia and the USA. In Episode 11 of TACOS Tuesday, they tackle the critical topic of increasing conversion rates to enhance your ad performance. Discover four essential buckets—that can transform your conversion rates. With real-world examples and tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to maximise their success on Amazon. Tune in to learn how small changes can yield significant results!

Ep.10 - TACOS Tuesday - How to Set Your Amazon Ads Objectives

Join Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves on TACOS Tuesday as the best tactics and strategies for Amazon ads. In episode 10, we tackle the crucial topic of setting the right objectives for your Amazon Ads. Many brands struggle with clarity on their goals, often treating Amazon like other platforms. Join us as we share actionable insights on how smart brands set objectives not only at an account level, but also a product level to drive growth in a controlled way. Plus, don’t miss out on our upcoming events in Australia! Tune in for expert strategies that can transform your Amazon advertising approach and drive profitable growth.

Ep.9 - TACOS Tuesday - Amazon Ads Breakdown - Keyword Harvesting

Join Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves in episode 9 of TACOS Tuesday as they dive deep into the fundamentals of Amazon ads, focusing on keyword harvesting. Discover what keyword harvesting is, why it matters for optimising your ad campaigns, and how it can significantly improve your sales performance. Sebastian explains the process of moving successful search terms from broad research campaigns to more controlled exact match campaigns, allowing for precise bid management. They discuss the importance of understanding customer search behaviours and how to effectively structure your campaigns for successful keyword harvesting. Listeners will also gain practical tips for setting up research campaigns, adapting strategies for different markets, and knowing when to harvest keywords based on product lifecycle stages. With insights on reducing wasted ad spend and improving overall campaign effectiveness, this episode is packed with actionable advice for sellers looking to enhance their Amazon advertising strategies.

Ep.8 - TACOS Tuesday - Confessions of an Amazon Agency Owner

Welcome to episode 8 of TACOS Tuesday where Hamish Conway the Owner & Managing Director takes you behind the scenes of Sell Global, sharing the journey of building an Amazon agency from the ground up. Whether you’re an established Amazon seller or just starting your e-commerce venture, you’ll gain valuable insights into the complexities of the Amazon marketplace, the challenges faced by brand owners, and the strategies that can lead to success. Join Hamish as he dives into the confessions of an Amazon agency owner, offering wisdom gleaned from eight and a half years of experience.

Ep.7 - How Great Creatives on Amazon Improve Your Ads Performance

In this episode of TACOS Tuesday, Hamish Conway, Sebastian Hargreaves, and special guest Kirsten Bryce, Sell Global’s Creative Director, explore how to enhance your Amazon design creatives to maximise your Amazon Ads effectiveness. Kirsten shares her expertise on how she thinks about the shopper journey and their mindset, to then craft the ideal image stack, A+ and Storefront.
In a competitive environment, you have to firstly stand-out from the crowd, and then when you have the shoppers attention, you’ve got to keep it and drive it towards the buy now button. All this leads to higher on page conversion rates, that can be amplified with Amazon Ads.

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Ep.6 - 5 Amazon PPC Fundamentals Explained, What are They and How to Get them Right

In episode 6 of TACOS Tuesday, Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargraves dive into the five core fundamentals of Amazon PPC that every seller should know. They cover the essential role of keyword research, explaining how aligning your ads with customer search intent can drive results. Sebastian stresses the importance of selecting relevant keywords and shares how the right tools can simplify this process. They also explore reverse ASIN research, how to analyse competitors, and the power of Amazon’s first-party data. Whether you’re new to PPC or a seasoned pro, this episode offers actionable insights to elevate your ad strategy and boost sales on Amazon.

Ep 5. TACOS Tuesday - How to Use Amazon Ads for a Product Launch

In this episode of TACOS Tuesday, Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves from Sell Global explore the most effective Amazon ad strategies for launching a new product. Whether you’re selling in Australia, the USA, or Europe, learn the four-stage framework that can help you achieve visibility, build organic ranking, and move from launch to profitability. Discover how to set the right expectations, make the most of your advertising budget, and avoid common pitfalls that can derail your product launch on Amazon.

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Ep 4. TACOS Tuesday - 9 Common Questions Brands Ask About Amazon Ads

In Episode 4 of TACOS Tuesday, Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves dive into some of the most common questions about advertising on Amazon. They discuss why advertising is essential for business growth, how much to spend, and what metrics like ROAS and TACOS really mean. The episode also covers strategies for balancing branded and unbranded search terms to maximize market share, and compares Amazon ads to Google and Meta, highlighting the unique advantages of advertising on Amazon’s platform. Whether you’re new to Amazon ads or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers valuable insights.

Ep 3. TACOS Tuesday - What Does A Full Marketing Funnel Look Like

In this episode of Tacos Tuesday, Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves dive into Amazon advertising strategies, breaking down the key components of the Amazon marketing funnel. They discuss four essential ad types—sponsored products, sponsored brands, sponsored display, and DSP—and explain how to effectively use each at different stages of the funnel, from awareness to loyalty. Tune in to learn how to optimize your ad spend, generate millions in sales, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of Amazon advertising.

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Ep 2. TACOS Tuesday - 9 Easy Mistakes Smart Brands Make with Amazon Ads

From Auditing hundreds of Amazon Ads accounts, we’ve seen the most common mistakes brands are making with Amazon Ads.

Some of these mistakes may be obvious, but others are less obvious. Either way, it’s costing brands in both lost sales and also in wasted ad spend. In this podcast, Sebastian and Hamish share the 9 most common Amazon Ads mistakes brands make and how you can avoid them. Enjoy the show and as always, follow, review, and share. Thank you.

Ep 1. TACOS Tuesday - Amazon Ads Tactics - The Number Metric for Success with Amazon Ads

In this first episode of TACOS Tuesday, presented by Hamish Conway and Sebastian Hargreaves from Sell Global, you’ll learn the most important metric for scaling your sales on Amazon. Most companies get this wrong and focus on other metrics that stifle their growth, usually unintentionally. Sell Global is an Amazon Ads Advanced Partner that generates millions in monthly ad sales. Enjoy 🙂