Facebook ads news, strategies, and discussion in a quick 5-10 minute "Shot" format. Started in 2013, full Pubcast was originally an interview format where Jon and his guest discussed business topics over a beer. The format change, but the name has endured. Pop a bottle...
Not to be confused with Targeting Expansion, Lookalike Expansion could also take some guesswork out of Lookalike Audience creation -- assuming it works as Facebook says. Listen for details on how it …
How Targeting Expansion works is mostly misunderstood by advertisers. In theory, Targeting Expansion should only work as a benefit. Here's an explanation of why, along with some problems.
Do you turn Campaign Budget Optimization on when you advertise on Facebook? Here's what you need to know about how it works and some things to consider.
As we know, the pixel will become less and less effective due to iOS 14 and browser restrictions. It doesn't mean you should stop sending people to your website -- that's crazy! -- but you should be …
A bit of a diversion from your typical Facebook ads or business tip, here's my Christmas message to you...
If you are a proud member of the Hustle Culture, this message is not for you. Otherwise, this is my story, how it impacted my outlook on Hustle Culture, and how you can start constructing your ideal …
Now, more than ever before, you should include Facebook lead ads as part of your strategy. Here's why...
Do you use URL parameters with the links you promote in your Facebook ads? You should! They can help uncover conversions that Ads Manager can't, which may completely change your impression of the ad.
It's important that you pick a client who sets you up for success. A client who puts you into a position to succeed before you start. And a client who will trust you to do your job. The wrong client …
As an advertiser, it's important to understand what's in and outside of your control. Don't be distracted by the things you can't do anything about. Focus only on those things that you impact.
Ads get rejected, sometimes by mistake. But it's important that you know and follow the rules. Some are obvious and some aren't. Don't try to bend or get around the rules. Nothing is worse than disru…
Possibly the most important advice I could give an inexperienced advertiser is to experiment often. Here's why...
I just completed a 30-day test with my podcast, publishing a different episode every single day. In this episode, I break down the results. Was it worth it? (You're dang right, it was...)
We know that not all customers are the same, just like not all website visitors are the same. You can actually isolate your highest quality customers by frequency when you create a website custom aud…
When you run a conversions campaign, you could have Facebook show your ads to people most likely to convert. Or, you could should your ad to people most likely to lead to maximum purchase value and t…
You may have heard about my experiment, a challenge to reach all -- or as many -- my followers with an ad as I could. This is the latest on how that's unfolding.
If your audience is high-volume iOS, you should be very careful about the reporting window you use. Here's why...
Have you ever struggled with lead quality when running Facebook Lead Ads? You can change that by optimizing for Conversion Leads. That way, Facebook will show your ads to people most likely to conver…
The Conversions API, used with the Facebook pixel, can provide a fuller picture of conversions. Here's my quick explanation of what the Conversions API is, how it helps, and why you need it.
I've learned the importance of goal-setting and planning, and I'm going big for 2022. Here's a collection of my goals for the upcoming year, and how I plan to accomplish them.