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34. How to Run Meta Ads That Actually Convert with Emma Atlas

Carli LeBlanc | Content Creator & Social Media Marketing Strategist Season 1 Episode 34

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Thinking about running Meta ads but unsure where to start? In this episode, I sit down with Meta Ads Strategist & Agency Owner, Emma Atlas to break down the real tea on running Facebook and Instagram ads that actually move the needle. From the difference between boosted posts and real ads to understanding your customer journey, setting your budget, and optimizing for ROI—this conversation is packed with no-fluff strategies for small business owners ready to grow.

We talk about:

  • The major difference between a boosted post and a Meta ad
  • How to prep your brand before you spend money on ads
  • Budgeting basics and how to calculate your client acquisition cost
  • Common mistakes that waste your ad spend
  • Why knowing your audience is everything
  • What makes a winning ad (and how to test your content)
  • The one tool every founder should be using before hitting “publish”

Resources Mentioned:

  • Emma's Free Profitability Calculator: https://atlas28.myflodesk.com/profitabilitycalculator
  • Follow Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlas28inc
  • Connect with Emma on LinkedIn: Emma Atlas

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