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The Learning Phase: A $50K PPC Mistake and What It Taught Me ft. Arin Gharapetian
16 September 2026

The Learning Phase: A $50K PPC Mistake and What It Taught Me ft. Arin Gharapetian

PPC Live The Podcast - The F*ck ups that led to Triumphs

About

In this episode, Arin Gharapetian shares his insights on digital marketing, the importance of understanding client processes, and lessons learned from mistakes in paid search campaigns. Discover practical tips for managing campaigns, avoiding common pitfalls, and leveraging AI effectively.


Key topics


The importance of understanding client processes in campaign management

Lessons learned from a $50,000 Google Ads campaign mistake

Strategies for effective communication with stakeholders

The role of AI and automation in modern marketing

Best practices for tracking conversions and measuring success

The significance of patience and testing in campaign optimization

How to handle industry updates and changes effectively

The value of owning mistakes and learning from them


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Arin Gharapetian and his expertise

02:08 Arin's background and approach to marketing for healthcare and service businesses

04:30 Arin shares a costly Google Ads mistake involving bid strategy changes

07:42 The importance of cross-department communication in campaign success

10:39 Lessons on testing, patience, and learning from campaign mistakes

13:11 Handling industry updates and AI tools responsibly

16:02 Advice for managing mistakes and stakeholder expectations

18:32 Implementing new processes and continuous learning in campaign management

21:02 Key takeaways: embracing mistakes and ongoing education

22:05 Common industry mistakes and how to avoid them

24:41 The impact of AI on marketing and what to watch out for

28:13 Final thoughts on AI, industry changes, and continuous improvement


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