Is Your Marketing Ready for Paid Ads? 5 Key Things You Need to Know Before You Start Spending.
Investing in paid ads can work wonders for your business, but before you start spending, there are a few things you need to check off your list to make sure it pays off.
I worked for a renovation company for 9 years, so when I think about paid ads, I compare it to building a house—if you don’t have a solid foundation, it won’t matter how pretty the roof is. You need to make sure everything’s aligned, or your ads won’t generate the results you’re hoping for.
This checklist will help you lay the right foundation before you open your wallet.
1. Define Your Target Audience
· First thing’s first: Who are you trying to reach? Create a buyer persona to clearly define who you're targeting. Review the insights from your social media and website analytics to make sure you're reaching the right people.
2. Create a Clear & Compelling CTA
· Your call-to-action (CTA) should be clear and simple. Don’t make them hunt for what to do next—make it simple and actionable (e.g., "Download Now" or "Get Started Today").
3. Align Your Landing Page with Your Ad
· What happens when they click on your ad? If they land on a page that’s too different from the ad they clicked on, it’s going to feel off, and they’ll bounce. Make sure the design, content, and CTA on the landing page aligns with what was shown in the ad.
4. Optimize Your SEO for Better Ad Performance
· Ensure your titles, meta descriptions, and headings reflect the search intent of your target audience. Make sure the pages you’re sending people to have SEO-friendly content and relevant keywords.
5. A/B Test Your Ads for Continuous Improvement
· Set up A/B tests to test different images, headlines, and calls-to-action. Track performance and continue adjusting your ads based on what’s driving the most engagement and conversions, then when you know what works, increase your ad spend.
This checklist gives you the key steps to get it right before you start spending. But if you want expert support to ensure your ads actually work, we’ve got you covered.
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