The BPM Blog

Marketing Insights that don’t Lie.

Field notes from a 35-person onshore team managing $35M+ in annual ad spend. No vanity metrics, no recycled hot takes — just what actually moves the needle across paid media, organic growth, creative, and PR.

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10 Sep 2026

Paid Social

How to Choose a Paid Social Agency for E-Commerce

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Claire Winslow Brown—
Chief Executive Officer
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Is Branded Search Making Your ROAS Look Better Than It Is?

A strong blended ROAS can hide expensive customer acquisition. Separate branded and nonbranded search, then use this worked example and checklist to decide what to test.

September 25, 2026

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Is AI Search Sending You Customers—or Just Mentioning You?

Measure GEO beyond a few chatbot screenshots. Track brand mentions, cited pages, referral traffic, and qualified leads with a repeatable reporting template.

September 23, 2026

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What Can You Actually Afford to Pay TikTok Shop Creators?

Set TikTok Shop affiliate commissions with your margin in mind. Work through product costs, fees, discounts, returns, and a clear example before you commit.

September 22, 2026

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Is Your Meta Ad Tired—or Is Something Else Wrong?

Before replacing your Meta ads, check whether creative, audience, offer, or tracking is behind the drop. Use this practical diagnostic worksheet.

September 21, 2026

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Which Products Should You Put Ad Spend Behind?

Choose products for paid ads using contribution, stock, customer demand, and creative potential. Includes a practical product-selection worksheet.

September 18, 2026

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What Does Your Paid Social Agency Actually Need From You?

Give your paid social agency the context to make better decisions. A practical client checklist for stock, margins, creative, access, and approvals.

September 17, 2026

Client Spotlight

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Father’s Day Gift Guide: Brands We Love Working With

A Father’s Day spotlight on some of our favorite client brands, with gifts for dads who love great food, the outdoors, race day, and more.

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