Thinking about running Facebook or Instagram ads this year? In this episode, I sit down with Kwado Sampany-Kessie, Meta ads strategist and host of The Art of Online Business podcast, to talk all things paid advertising. With over 5 million podcast downloads and years of experience managing millions in ad spend, Kwado breaks down exactly what’s working in 2025—and how to avoid burning cash on ineffective ads. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your current strategy, this conversation will help you use ads more strategically, confidently, and profitably.

Tune in to hear:

• How to know if you’re actually ready to run Facebook and Instagram ads
• What a “healthy” cost per lead looks like and how to track it
• Kwado’s Olympic Gold Medal Testing Framework for lowering ad costs and increasing conversions
• Creative trends that are outperforming (and why polished content might be hurting your ROI)
• Common mistakes most people make in Meta ads—and how to avoid them
• The role of great landing pages, funnels, and data when it comes to ad success

CONNECT WITH KWADO:

Website: https://theartofonlinebusiness.com

Instagram: @quayjo

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