Did you know that paid search ads are a great way to test headlines and subheads for your print campaigns?

Take a look at this paid search test, which used three different headlines paired with the exact same copy and URL.

Headline A

     Jeep Parts

     Instant Rebate & 100% Price Match

     Shop Jeep Parts & Accessories

Headline B

     Jeepers Guide

     Instant Rebate & 100% Price Match

     Shop Jeep Parts & Accessories

Headline C

     Gear to get you there

     Instant Rebate & 100% Price Match

     Shop Jeep Parts & Accessories

With nearly 55,000 impressions, Headline A, “Jeep Parts,” was a clear winner with a click-through rate that was 24% higher than Headline B. Headline A also had a higher conversion rate of 1.5%, while Headline B converted just 0.4%. as for Headline C…it was left in the dust completely.

Why do you think Headline A has the best response? Email me at [email protected]. I’ll share some reader responses in the next issue (without disclosing your full name).