How JH Velocity Reached a 9.3% CTR with Less Than $20 Spent on Google Ads

Overview

When we launched JH Velocity, our goal was simple: help Pomona businesses grow their visibility without wasting money on ads that don’t convert.

Before offering paid-ad management to clients, we decided to test our own formula — proving that real results come from strategy, not budget.

The Challenge

Most small businesses spend thousands of dollars every month on Google Ads with little to show for it.
We wanted to challenge that mindset by building a micro-campaign that demonstrated how targeted optimization could outperform large ad spends.

The Strategy

Using Google Ads Performance Max, we tested reach, engagement, and lead quality with a data-driven setup:

• Targeted Keywords: “SEO agency Pomona,” “Google Ads for small business,” “digital marketing Pomona.”

• Location Targeting: 20-mile radius around Pomona.

• Ad Variations: Multiple responsive headlines and descriptions to test which resonated most.

• Tracking: GA4 conversion tracking for form submissions and call-to-action button clicks.

We weren’t just testing performance — we were validating our client playbook.

With a limit of just $20, we focused on Pomona-area businesses searching for SEO, marketing, or ad support.

The Results

In only three days, the campaign proved that quality beats budget.

According to recent data, the average CTR in the marketing industry is 3.17 % with an average CPC of $ 2.67, making our 9.3 % CTR and sub-$3 CPC exceptional by any standard.

Key Insights

Relevance drives results. Local targeting kept ads in front of genuine decision-makers.
Copy matters. Clear, direct messaging outperformed broad, generic headlines.
Data > Budget. Even a $ 20 test campaign can perform when it’s optimized properly.

These same principles guide every JH Velocity service — from SEO to Google Business optimization and digital growth strategy.

What This Means for Clients

If JH Velocity can achieve a 9.3 % CTR and generate real leads with a $ 20 test, imagine what we can do for your business with consistent SEO and ad management.

We help local businesses save money, improve visibility, and turn clicks into customers.

After your free audit, you’ll receive a short consultation outlining key improvements, followed by a personalized proposal showing how to maximize every advertising dollar — whether through SEO, paid ads, or both.

Our approach adapts to any budget and industry — retail, trades, healthcare, or professional services — because smart strategy always scales.

Next Steps

We’re now expanding our campaigns to focus on:

• SEO + Google Ads bundles for Pomona businesses.

• Ongoing ad optimization using live keyword data.

• Visibility audits combining analytics, content, and conversion tracking.

Ready to Grow Your Business with Data-Backed Results?

Let’s start with a free SEO & Ads Audit to uncover how you can lower costs and attract more qualified local leads.