Programmatic and SEM

Finding new keywords in audience conversations

Keyword research usually starts with search tools. Social conversation often surfaces new terms earlier.

Written by The KAV Digital team, 13 Aug 2026, 1 min read

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Audiences do not always use the terms brands use. They name products in everyday language, abbreviations, or specific complaints. These terms often appear in conversation before they show up in search data.

From conversation to keyword list

Collect phrases that recur in conversation about your category, then group them by need: comparing, checking prices, or solving a specific problem.

Test with a small campaign

Put the new keyword groups into a test campaign with a limited budget. Search data will show whether people use those terms when they are ready to search.

Align the landing page

New keywords need ad copy and landing pages that speak the same language as the audience.

Questions about keyword research

Not always. That is why new keywords are tested in a small campaign before moving into the main campaign.

Not always. Test them in a small keyword group first, then keep them if search volume and quality match the target.

  • Social listening
  • Google Ads
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