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Day 3 of my learning journey was all about conversion events, remarketing (retargeting), and data analysis. I not only learned the types of conversion events but also used ChatGPT to create case studies and data related to conversion tracking. Then, I analyzed the data to find key problems, identified their root causes, validated them, and created a presentation.
In this blog, I'll walk you through my learnings, insights, and key takeaways
Understanding Conversion Events
A conversion event is any action that a user takes on a website or app that is valuable to a business. These actions are usually tracked to measure success in marketing efforts.
Types of Conversion Events
There are different types of conversion events depending on the business model and goals. Here are some common types:
1. Macro Conversions (Primary Goals)
These are the main objectives that businesses want users to complete. Examples include:
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Purchasing a product
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Signing up for a subscription
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Requesting a quote
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Completing a lead form
2. Micro Conversions (Secondary Goals)
These are smaller steps that indicate user interest but don't directly generate revenue. Examples include:
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Adding a product to the cart
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Subscribing to a newsletter
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Watching a product demo video
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Downloading an eBook
3. Offline Conversions
Some conversions happen outside of the website but still need to be tracked. Examples:
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Phone call inquiries
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In-store purchases after online research
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Scheduling a consultation via a form but completing it offline
4. Custom Conversions
Businesses may define their own conversion events based on specific objectives. Examples:
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Clicking a certain CTA button
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Spending a specific amount of time on a page
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Engaging with interactive tools
Remarketing (Retargeting): Re-Engaging Potential Customers
Remarketing (also called retargeting) is a powerful digital marketing strategy that helps businesses reconnect with users who have already interacted with their website or app but haven’t completed a conversion.
How Remarketing Works
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A user visits your website and browses a product but doesn’t make a purchase.
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A tracking pixel or cookie is placed in their browser.
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The user leaves the website but later sees an ad for the same product on Facebook, YouTube, or Google.
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This encourages them to return and complete the purchase.
Types of Remarketing
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Standard Remarketing – Showing ads to past visitors as they browse other websites or apps.
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Dynamic Remarketing – Displaying ads with personalized product recommendations based on their browsing history.
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Email Remarketing – Sending personalized emails to users who abandoned their cart or browsed specific products.
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Video Remarketing – Retargeting users who watched your videos on YouTube.
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Social Media Remarketing – Running targeted ads on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or other platforms.
Case Study: How Remarketing Boosted Conversions
Using ChatGPT, I created case studies where businesses implemented remarketing and saw an increase in conversion rates. Here’s an example:
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Business: An eCommerce store selling shoes
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Problem: High cart abandonment rate (75%)
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Solution: Implemented dynamic remarketing ads on Google and Facebook
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Result: Conversion rates increased by 30% and revenue grew by 20% in 3 months
Analyzing Data to Find Problems & Identify Root Causes
After creating case studies and collecting data, my next step was analyzing the data to uncover potential problems. Here's how I approached it:
Step 1: Reviewing Key Metrics
I analyzed the following key performance indicators (KPIs):
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Conversion rate
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Bounce rate
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Average session duration
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Click-through rate (CTR)
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Cart abandonment rate
Step 2: Identifying Patterns & Problems
By looking at the data, I noticed:
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High cart abandonment rates → Possible issues with pricing, checkout process, or trust signals.
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Low email open rates → Weak subject lines or poor audience segmentation.
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High bounce rates on landing pages → Mismatch between ad copy and landing page content.
Step 3: Identifying Root Causes & Validating Hypotheses
Once I identified potential issues, I used root cause analysis techniques such as:
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5 Whys Analysis (Asking "Why?" repeatedly to get to the root cause)
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Customer Journey Mapping (Identifying friction points in the user experience)
Example:
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Problem: High checkout abandonment rate
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Root Cause: Unexpected shipping costs at checkout
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Solution: Display shipping costs upfront on product pages
Final Step: Creating a Presentation
To summarize my findings, I created a presentation outlining:
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The types of conversion events
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The impact of remarketing strategies
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Key problems found in data analysis
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Proposed solutions with expected outcomes
The presentation helped visualize data-driven insights and create actionable recommendations.
Key Takeaways from Day 3
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Understanding conversion events is essential for tracking business success.
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Remarketing (retargeting) helps re-engage potential customers and increase conversions.
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Case studies using ChatGPT can simulate real-world marketing scenarios.
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Analyzing data helps uncover key problems affecting conversion rates.
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Identifying and validating root causes ensures that solutions address the right issues.
FAQs
1. What is a conversion event?
A conversion event is any action taken by a user on a website or app that aligns with business goals, such as a purchase, signup, or form submission.
2. What’s the difference between a macro and micro conversion?
A macro conversion is a primary goal (e.g., making a purchase), while a micro conversion is a smaller action that indicates interest (e.g., adding a product to the cart).
3. How does remarketing help increase conversions?
Remarketing shows ads to people who have previously interacted with your site, reminding them to complete an action they didn’t finish, such as a purchase.
4. How can ChatGPT help with conversion event analysis?
ChatGPT can generate case studies, simulate user behavior, and provide insights into conversion trends, making it easier to analyze and optimize marketing strategies.
5. How do I identify the root cause of conversion problems?
Use data analysis techniques like reviewing key metrics, running A/B tests, and conducting "5 Whys" analysis to pinpoint the core issue.
Additional Resources
To deepen your understanding of conversion events and remarketing strategies, here are some valuable resources:
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"5 Remarketing Strategies To Increase Conversions" by AgencyAnalytics: This article explores various remarketing techniques, including dynamic remarketing and video ads, to effectively re-engage potential customers. Agency Analytics
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"9 Remarketing Strategies For Conversions' Growth" by GA Agency: This resource provides nine dynamic remarketing strategies aimed at enhancing conversion rates, offering practical examples and insights. ga.agency
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"How Remarketing Ads Can Boost Your Conversion Rates" by Iconic Digital: This piece delves into different types of remarketing campaigns, such as standard and dynamic remarketing, and discusses their impact on conversion rates. Iconic Digital
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"8 Remarketing Strategies To Increase Conversion Rates" by POWR: This article outlines eight effective remarketing strategies designed to re-engage audiences and encourage desired actions, such as completing a purchase. POWR Blog
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"Rethinking CRO: How Remarketing Can Unlock Higher Conversion Rates" by HubSpot: This resource discusses the role of remarketing in conversion rate optimization and provides data-backed insights into its effectiveness. Hubspot
Final Thoughts
Day three was packed with valuable lessons on conversion events, remarketing, and data analysis. By applying these insights, businesses can optimize their marketing efforts and boost conversions effectively.
What are your thoughts on conversion tracking and remarketing? Have you faced any challenges in optimizing conversions? Let me know in the comments! 🚀