Leveraging Custom Dimensions and Custom Metrics to gain insights into Merchandise and Profitability. I spend a bit too much time on Twitter. It’s not a terrible thing, as in addition to Twitter being a forum that truly keeps me informed about what is happening in my industry allowing me to stay on the cutting edge for […]
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The Importance of Clean and Meaningful Google Analytics data
Ever since returning from Superweek in beautiful Galyateto, Hungary, I’ve been thinking a lot about data and the utility of Google Analytics as a tool. Yes, I know, I spend a lot of time thinking about those things, but the conference was particularly inspiring in those regards. Google Analytics is not different than any other […]
How “Unique” are Unique Visitors in Google Analytics
“Unique” Visitors 25%-39% inflated I’ve been working on implementations with a number of clients who have a need for visitor level tracking in Google Analytics so that they can start using GA to measure things like customer loyalty and (try to) calculate Lifetime Customer Value. I understand that there are a number of data models […]
Analytics for Eye Doctors
I recently started working on PPC and Analytics for a new launched website. In this case, it is an Optometrist in Lincoln, NE. I’m particularly interested in knowing if anyone has any bounce rate benchmark information for medical practice sites. Please comment below if yes. It seems to me that many private practices could greatly […]
Conversion Funnel Analysis – Abandonment Rate by Time of Day
One report that I find extremely useful in the Goals Section is the Conversion Rate Report. In a moment, I’ll explain how a quick export of data from the Conversion Rate Report can provide valuable insight into one’s abandonment rate. But first, a quick intro into conversion rates, abandonment rates, and conversion funnels. In general, […]