If you’re still measuring success by direct conversions alone, you could be missing the bigger picture in your campaigns. Meta is shifting its focus, and if you're not adapting, your business will be left behind.

In today’s episode, we share insights from testing with over $50 million in ad spend. You’ll hear about the importance of metrics like hook rate and hold rate, and how creative optimization is key to staying ahead. We also explain why viewing your campaigns holistically, not just through conversions, is the future of effective ad buying.

Plus, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how to navigate these changes, tweak your media buying strategy, and optimize your campaigns for better customer acquisition. Join the conversation now and learn how we’re adjusting our strategy to scale ad performance and acquire customers profitably.

In This Episode:

- Meta’s shift from sales to leading indicators

- Why video ads are now key to ad performance

- Live presentation: analysing hook and hold rates

- How hook rate and hold rate work together

- Real-world examples of hook and hold rates testing

- Why media buyers need to be growth strategists now

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