The Pubcast with Jon Loomer
Most advertisers have misconceptions about how Meta attribution actually works. Jon covers four key aspects that explain why your Ads Manager results rarely match your backend data.
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Meta's click attribution works differently than most advertisers understand. Jon explains what actually counts as a "click" and how to select the right attribution windows for different campaign types.
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View-through conversions are often misunderstood or completely ignored in reporting. Jon explains when they provide real value versus when they're giving Meta undeserved credit, and how to properly evaluate them based on campaign type and audience.
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Many Meta advertisers overcomplicate their approach in the belief that sophistication leads to better results. Jon explains why the opposite is often true, outlining a simplified strategy that focuses on fewer campaigns, minimal ad sets, and limited customizations.
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Meta advertising conspiracy theories are a sign of lacking confidence. When results are poor, it's tempting to blame the platform rather than take responsibility. Jon explains why this approach is counterproductive and how to focus on the factors you can actually control.
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This one fundamental fact changes everything about Meta advertising - the algorithm is completely literal. It does exactly what you tell it to do, not what you actually want it to do.
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When should you use Advantage+ audience targeting? While it's now the default option, there are specific scenarios where original audiences may be the better choice. Jon explains the limitations, strengths, and when each approach makes the most sense.
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While remarketing was once central to ad strategy, Meta now prioritizes these audiences automatically. Manual remarketing still has its place, but the results aren't what they seem.
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Meta abandoned its podcast feature in 2022, but bringing it back with in-app optimization and a dedicated app could solve major promotion challenges for podcasters.
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Meta's algorithm has evolved beyond detailed targeting. Interest and behavior targeting are no longer essential for most advertisers, but there's one important exception.
info_outlineView-through conversions are often misunderstood or completely ignored in reporting. Jon explains when they provide real value versus when they're giving Meta undeserved credit, and how to properly evaluate them based on campaign type and audience.