# How to Balance SOPs and Strategy in PPC

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Podcast: [The PPC Den: Amazon PPC Advertising Mastery](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ppc-den-amazon-ppc-advertising-mastery-494420)
Published: 2026-01-16T15:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, with Abe Chomali we explore how to make your PPC truly work for your business, rather than just moving numbers around in Amazon Seller Central. We talk about SOPs, automation, and checklists essential tools for efficient work. But simply following rules isn’t enough. You need to combine them with flexible strategic thinking so that every campaign delivers real results for your business. In this episode, you’ll learn why “optimizing numbers” doesn’t always equal real profit, how SOPs and automation can support rather than limit strategic decisions, and practical approaches to turn Amazon PPC into a growth tool rather than a routine task. A tip from Badger Den: don’t be afraid of flexibility even within the strictest processes – that’s exactly what makes PPC profitable. We’ll see you in The PPC Den! 🦡 Highlights ​​ 00:00 – Life in New Jersey and the winter quiet 08:10 – The disconnect between high-level goals and button-pushing 11:35 – Why copying winning keywords to new products fails 15:56 – The Danger of being a "Yes Man" in client relationships 18:21 – Balancing authority with empathy 22:19 – Technical Skills vs. Client Relations 24:53 – Why rigid SOPs don't work for Amazon PPC 27:47 – Moving from robotic tasks to strategic curiosity 30:47 – How to bridge the gap between clients and technicians 34:31 – Why top marketers must always ask "Why?" 39:04 – Where to find Abe Chomali 🦡 Resources & Links 🦡 GET AD BADGER ➡️ Find Michael Erickson Facchin — Ad Badger’s CEO and soul, PPC whisperer, and your go-to guide through the wild world of Amazon advertising Today’s guest is Abe Chomali from RightClick Advisors What is the role of data in Amazon campaign management? The PPC Tasks We Put on Our Project Management Tools How to develop a successful client r…

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