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L – Latest News

Get ready for some Microsoft Advertising policy updates starting July 1st!

Plus, they’re launching an Ad Library so you can stalk your competitors’ ads—European Union style! It’s like reality TV for marketers, so grab your popcorn and read all about it.

>>> Read more

Instagram finally joins the ‘download Reels’ party.

So now you can share those hilarious clips outside the app and show everyone you’re a cool Instagram rebel with a branded watermark!

>>> Read more

Say hello to Test & Compare, the new tool that’ll save your CTR from tanking!

YouTube’s latest pilot feature lets you upload up to three thumbnails, and their bots will run experiments to crown the thumbnail king, so you can make data-driven decisions like a boss. Get ready to pick the perfect picture and watch your engagement skyrocket!

>>> Read more

A – A.I. For Growth

ChatGPT Prompt of the Week

Prompt Objective: 

Lead2Launch ChatGPT Facebook Ad Drafting Prompt Series – Step 6

 

Continue in the same chat as Step 5.

 

Today’s prompt is: 

  • Step 5 – Ad variation drafting

 

Prompt Outline:

I want you to act as an expert direct-response copywriter

 

Your job is to draft a Facebook ad that sends people to the opt-in page you drafted in the last chat.

 

Your goal is to maximize the number of people who opt-in for the lead magnet.

 

Applying all the principles of direct response copywriting. Writing in the styles of Eugene Schwartz, Jeff Ovigly, Gary Halbert, and Claud Hopkins, I want you to draft Facebook ad copy using the AIDA approach.

 

  1. Attention: I want to capture the user’s attention immediately and make them stop scrolling. You can use a mix of both pain points, challenges, desires and ambitions to capture attention.
  2. Interest: I want to pique the user’s curiosity about our approach and the lead magnet. Make them want to learn more.
  3. Desire: I need to make them feel that they need my lead magnet. Emphasizing how their life will be better once they apply my solution.
  4. Action: Finally, I need a strong call to action that prompts them to click the ad, visit our opt-in page and register for the lead magnet.

 

Your copy should sound relaxed, fun, and human. The copy provided should pass all AI detection tests. Come up with exciting and unique angles that sound fresh and original. Refrain from drafting content that sounds overhyped or over-sensationalized. 

 

Use all the data you have learned about my avatar to draft compelling ad copy.

 

I want you to produce 3 lengths of ads:

  • Short-form
  • Medium-form
  • Long-form

 

For each length specified above, I want you to draft 3 ads.

 

Please let me know if you have any questions. Otherwise, please commence drafting the ad copy.

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U – Uplevel Ads 

Controversy gets attention.

 

And no one causes controversy on Facebook and Instagram like Aleric Heck.

 

Aleric has a YouTube ad agency and coaching program.

 

And he loves pointing out that YouTube Ads are superior to Facebook Ads on…..

 

Yep, you’ve guessed it Facebook and Instagram.

 

Let’s dive into one of his ads.

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Then we move into the body of the ad.

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This is where things start hotting up. This section is clear, concise, and compelling. Each point is an answer to an objection that someone may have getting started with Facebook ads. 

 

More stuff isn’t the goal. It’s how you layout your argument and leave no objection unanswered to make saying yes a “no-brainer” decision.

 

But the creative is where this ad comes alive…

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First Aleric positions the audience: COACHES.

 

I’m not a fan of including “Attention Coaches” in the first line of ad copy, but I do like calling them out directly in the image.

 

And then the hammer blow – YouTube Ads Beat Facebook Ads Everytime.

 

This is highly evocative, especially as the ad is on Facebook. There is no question but this ad is going to draw lots of attention and comments.

N – Now Launching

The ad above leads people into a book-a-call funnel for Aleric’s YouTube Ads coaching program.

 

Let’s start off with the opt-in page.

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Simple single-screen structure with all info above the fold.

 

Headline, body copy, form, image, and CTA. AKA my favorite layout.

Remember, the goal is to get qualified people to book a call.

 

Including the phone number and industry will reduce the on-page conversion, but it will increase the quality of people entering the funnel.

 

I love the “Free Bonus Gift”. 

 

Remember, people don’t know they have entered a book-a-call funnel.

 

Aleric positions the call as the free bonus. This is a wonderful reframe, which will work a treat. 

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On the next page, Aleric tells you the Free Bonus is worth $850. 

 

He doesn’t disclose this on the landing page, as he doesn’t want people who are only interested in getting $850 of free stuff.

 

Remember, people don’t know that the free bonus is a strategy call yet.

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On the final step of the funnel Aleric tells you what your $850 free bonus is….

 

….A YouTube Ads Implementation Call with an Advisor.

 

At this stage, Aleric has 

From Step 1:

  • Name
  • Email
  • Mobile
  • Business type

 

From Step 2:

  • Current monthly revenue
  • Desired monthly revenue
  • Monthly ad spend

Even if people don’t book a call at this stage, they have more than enough info to follow up and make a compelling case for you to sign up for their coaching program.

 

Oh wait…… I have to dash…… my phone is ringing…. I wonder who it could be!

C – Conversion

Is your Facebook Ad account at risk of being shut down? 

 

If you’re a course creator or membership site owner, listen up! 

 

The risk of Facebook shutting down your account is real, and it’s time to face it head-on. 

 

Here’s how to avoid it. 

 

The Facebook Ad account policies are extensive and often unclear. You’re not alone if you feel overwhelmed. But fear not, I’ve got your back! In this thread, I’ll share some essential policies you need to know to avoid ad account shut down.

 

First, never use “before and after” images in your ads. Facebook considers them “personal attributes,” and that’s a big no-no. Second, avoid using “get rich quick” language. Facebook wants to promote financial stability and not scams. Lastly, never use profanity or sexual language. Keep it professional!

 

Next, be mindful of your ad targeting. Avoid targeting or calling out personal attributes like race, religion, or political affiliation. Facebook takes this seriously, and it’s essential to respect people’s privacy. Also, never use misleading or false information in your ads. Honesty is the best policy!

 

Finally, don’t promote prohibited content. Facebook prohibits ads promoting tobacco, drugs, adult products, and dangerous supplements. Make sure to check the full list of prohibited content before creating your ads. Avoiding prohibited content will keep your account safe!

 

The best path to avoiding Facebook shutting down your Ad account is to understand the guidelines and policies. Never use “before and after” images or call out personal attributes, avoid “get rich quick” language, never mislead your audience, and never use profanity. 

 

H – Hot Take

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How we frame our path to greatness matters…

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Launch Newsletter Issue #00050

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L – Latest News

YouTube is shaking things up with 30-second unskippable ads on connected TVs

Say goodbye to those pesky 15-second consecutive ads and hello to longer, ‘richer storytelling’ that viewers at home will totally love. Plus, YouTube’s AI will help you find the perfect ad format to reach your campaign goals.

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OpenAI just dropped the ChatGPT iOS app, bringing all the AI-powered chatting goodness to your fingertips!

Sync your conversations, talk hands-free with voice input (although it might glitch a bit), and feel fancy with a more user-friendly interface. So, grab your iPhone, download the app, and start chatting like a boss.

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Montana takes a swing at TikTok, becoming the first state to ban the app

The Chinese-owned platform is shaking in its short-video boots as it faces off against cowboys and comedians in a wild showdown. Will Montana’s ban stand up in court? Stay tuned for the TikTok legal showdown!

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A – A.I. For Growth

A.I. Prompt of the Week

Prompt Objective: 

Ask ChatGTP to request all the information they need to undertake the task that you ask them to complete.

Prompt Outline:

I want you to act as an expert {…profession or field…} 

In a while I am going to ask you to do {..task..}. 

Before I do I would like you to ask me all the questions you need to do your job. 

Prompt Use Case

  • Every time you are running a new prompt and are unsure what data ChatGPT needs to complete the task. 

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U – Uplevel Ads 

Let’s dive into a simple front-end funnel for Chalene Johnson.

InstaClub Hub is Chalene’s low-ticket always open offer. 

The primary promotion method is a $7 for 14 days, then $47 per month offer.

This is an excellent approach to create urgency and a deadline for an open membership.

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3 Elements To Inspire Your Ad Campaigns:

  • A strong opening hook is vital. The job of the hook is to capture your attention. If you are interested in Instagram, discovering the secrets of the big influencers will immediately reel you in. There are many types of hooks: pattern interrupts, questions, problem solution, curiosity, controversy, fun/clever, story, and value. Experiment with them all and see what works best for you.
  • After the hook, Chalene answers two big objections – I don’t have time, and the Instagram algorithm changes all the time. Your audience has objections. It may seem counterintuitive but if you don’t tackle their objections openly they won’t take action. The trick is to turn their objections into the reason why they must do what you are asking. In this case – the algorithm is always changing – That’s why we give 1 hour LIVE training every other week.
  • Clever use of the video cover screen. The video is entertaining and has lots going on to keep your attention. The most interesting thing about the video is how they position the frame with the social proof. This frame plays 85% through the video but they have also positioned this as the cover screen which means that’s the still image people will see.

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N – Now Launching

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3 Elements To Inspire Your Ad Campaigns:

  • A headline doesn’t get much clearer than this – Convert More Followers into Paying Customers and Build Your Business on Instagram® (All In Just 5 Minutes a Day!). It’s specific, it promises you’ll make more money, it speaks to a desired outcome, and it promises you’ll get all that in 5 minutes. How simple and beautiful.
  • Countdown timers create urgency. Everyone who lands on the page gets 10 minutes. Nothing happens after the countdown timer expires. 95% of people will never question it but will feel the pressure of the ticking clock. Makes sure all your promotions have deadlines that drive urgency.
  • A $7 dollar 14-day trial fits this offer well. Everyone will get a live call which if they attend I’m sure they will keep their membership. $47 per month is under the purchase and forget about the threshold. Many people will keep memberships like this on hand as an insurance policy just in case they need it in the future. I am not a big fan of free trials as it attracts tire kickers but tripwire-level flash sales are a good idea to test.

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C – Conversion

Want to grow your online business… 

…but you’re tired of wasting money on Facebook ads

Here are 3 beginner mistakes you MUST avoid to succeed. 

Do you struggle to attract leads and make sales with Facebook ads? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many beginners make the same mistakes that cost them time and money. But fear not! I’m here to share the top solutions so you can kickstart your online business growth today!

Mistake 1: Forget what you’ve heard about targeting! Today’s Facebook ad strategy is all about broad targeting. Give Facebook’s AI a larger pool of people to pick from, and you’ll get better results.

Mistake 2: Experiment with multiple ad variations! Don’t limit yourself to just one ad when launching a campaign. Instead, create 3-4 ad variations for each Ad set. I like 2 copy variations and 2 image variations to start with 

Mistake 3: Choose the right ad objective! For lead generation, use the conversion objective to drive high-quality leads to your opt-in pages. Avoid using the traffic objective, which will drive low-quality traffic that doesn’t convert.

Now you know the top mistakes to avoid when getting started with Facebook ads. But guess what more knowledge won’t build your business. It’s time to take action and kickstart your online business growth today! 

H – Hot Take

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Still think code and capital will get the job done…… but, if you have the audience, you can get the other two!

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Launch Newsletter Issue #00039

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L – Latest News

TikTok takes on Netflix and Amazon with new premium series feature for creators

Don’t miss out on this chance to see how TikTok is shaking up the streaming market, while also potentially creating a new revenue stream for creators and unique advertising opportunities.

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Get ready to take your storytelling and production value to the next level with these new AI tools for Youtube

YouTube’s new leader, Neal Mohan, has teased upcoming AI tools that will allow creators to virtually swap outfits and create fantastical film settings. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of YouTube and the creative possibilities of generative AI.

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Microsoft is shaking things up in the world of local search with the announcement of its new local search ads for Bing.

With additional updates such as code-free custom conversion setup and custom audience list creation, this is a great opportunity to enhance your online presence and drive sales. Don’t miss out!

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U – Uplevel Ads 

Well, look at what popped up in my Facebook feed today! 

 

There are two launches I get excited about every year…

 

One is Jeff Walker’s Product Launch Formula, and the other is Stu McLaren’s Membership Experience.

 

Now other launches may make more money, but these two are by far and away the best to learn from when it comes to applying the principles of launching.

 

Stu’s TME Launch is not scheduled until 20 April 2023, so imagine my surprise when an ad popped up on Facebook today.

Now before I delve into the ad and landing page there is a massive learning straight off the bat.

It’s 9 March today. The launch is not until 20 April. Stu isn’t focused on signing people up for his launch this early. No, he has created a long runway to test his ad copy, creative, and opt-in page conversion rates.

There are big challenges when it comes to running ads for a launch. By the time you have figured out your winning combo of ads and creative, the launch is over. It is incredibly hard to scale quickly and hit an attractive Cost Per Lead.

For any fixed-date event, there is an optimum window of time where you can start promotion and keep early registrants engaged.

Open registration too late, and you won’t have enough time to fill the event. Open it too early, and people will forget they have registered.  

2 weeks tends to be the sweet spot. But it is hard to scale an ad campaign to tens of thousands of $’s a day in just 2 weeks.

My reading of Stu going so early with his ads is to figure out the winning ads and run a couple of rounds of optimizations on the opt-in page. 

This means when it comes time to scale the campaign, they can do so cost-effectively.

Just to give you an idea of the scale of this campaign….

In total, there are 27 variations of ads in the Facebook Ad Library, which include the url membershipworkshop.com. These ads appear in between 4 and 15 ad sets. This is a significant test.

The best part of all is you have a ring-side seat for the next month and a half.

Ok let’s dive into the ads:

Ad Version 1 – Medium Form – TME Launch

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3 Elements To Inspire Your Ad Campaigns:

  • This is such a simple ad. Simple is beautiful. Simple is effective. The ad targets one pain point and one pain point only. Cashflow and business stability. This is always a top 3 problem for an entrepreneur. Something that keeps Stu’s perfect-fit client awake at night. So here is my question for you. What is a “top 3” problem that keeps your perfect-fit client awake at night that you can help them solve? The bigger and more painful the problem you can solve, the quicker people will flock to you for a solution.
  • Hooks don’t always have to be crushing pain points or wild promises. Sometimes a simple pattern interrupt can do the trick. The simple “Hello there” is an interesting approach. Other ads published for the Membership Workshop open with “I’m Stu McLaren”… “What time is it???”…. “Patty started with a super simple idea.”. It will be interesting to see how these opening hooks fare over the duration of the campaign.  
  • The image is what drew me to review this ad. I love the screenshot approach. Almost everyone can test this option in their campaigns – My To-Do List – Complete the thing on offer. For an event / date-based launch, it also gives you an opportunity to prominently include the date. Notice how the action is transformative. Don’t just say download the lead magnet or register for the workshop. Paint the transformation someone will achieve when they take the action you prescribe. Oh, and a sneak two-for here! Notice the “all caps” FREE X 2. Free sells…

3 Elements We’d Test:

  • The URL in the body copy is formatted in bold and italics to draw attention to it, which is great. I would want to test if there was any uptake in the outbound click-through rate if this was entered as a live link. I always include at least one live link in the body of every conversion ad.
  • The headline Stu, Stu, Who The Heck is Stu? While interesting will possibly only resonate with people who know Stu. Now this version of the ad could be to warm traffic. It wasn’t one of the ads which appeared in 15 ad sets. However, I would test this ad with a headline that was focused on the avoidance of pain or attainment of pleasure. In this case, something like – Looking for more stability in your business? [FREE TRAINING] Proven Path To Membership Success
  • While the single line “hello there” is a pattern interrupt partially due to the empty space, I would test including more text directly after it. You only have 140 characters to convince people they should click on the “See more” and read the rest of your body copy. You want to make sure it packs a punch and gives them a reason to read on.

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TME Launch Opt-in Page

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TME Launch Opt-in Page Pop-up

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TME Launch Opt-in VIP Upsell

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3 Elements To Inspire Your Landing Pages:

  • TME Launch Opt-in Page – Single page, everything above the fold, opt-in page here for Stu. If it’s good enough for Stu with a launch he will be hoping will bring in over $5mill, it can work for your launch. Brilliant use of scarcity and deadline – This live training only happens 1X a year. Notice FREE Workshop. Despite being a multi day training only the first date is mentioned. This keeps it simple and doesn’t drive people into overwhelm. 
  • TME Launch Opt-in Pop-up – Notice the inclusion of the phone number. Text message marketing is extremely powerful. Yes, there is a cost associated, but with Twillio’s low rates and high text message engagement rates, you will get a positive ROI.
  • TME Launch Opt-in VIP UpsellAn upsell is powerful from several perspectives. 1) it gives you an opportunity to scale your ad spend. At $47, it is somewhat realistic for Stu to break even on the costs of ads for his launch. This gives him massive confidence to scale his ad spend. 2) People who purchase a VIP package will be more like to engage with the launch. People who are more engaged will be more likely to buy. 3) The psychological principle of consistency means that people who have already paid an amount earlier in the process will be more likely to feel internally compelled to purchase when the primary offer is made for TME.

3 Elements We’d Test:

  • Paid launches are steadily rising in popularity. Those who have tested the model have seen far a far lower number of people partaking in their launch but get a far higher conversion rate during the launch and are reporting higher launch revenue. People have become used to opt-in for launches and then not taking part. It is a big scary test but one I would love to see on a launch of this scale.
  • I always test the text on the left and right sides of the page. There are two entrenched schools of thought on this. 1) your eyes always end up on the right side of the page, and this is where you should place the text. 2) your eyes scan the top of the page, hit the right side, and then travel diagonally from the top right-hand corner to the middle right in a Z pattern. Therefore your should place your headline along the top and your important text on the right side of the page. I have tested both and don’t have conclusive evidence for one approach or the other. I have seen switching sides, either way, result in a big jump in conversions, so it is always worth testing.
  • Getting a phone number is a good idea, but I would like to know how much it hurts the overall conversion rates. I would run 3 tests over a limited period of time: 1) no phone number collected 2) phone number on the secondary screen after opt-in 3) Phone number not optional. The real test is the impact on purchases for The Membership Experience. As a result, we want the opt-in sample sizes to be around the same size and be able to calculate the total spent per test.



C – Conversion Psychology 

Without cold audiences, you’ll never successfully scale your Facebook ad campaigns.

Here are the 3 cold audiences you need to master…

…and more importantly, the correct order to unlock each level for maximum results.

  1. Level 1 – Interest-based audiences. These are the most commonly used cold audiences on Facebook. Facebook uses its 72,000 data points per user to place people into common groups which you can target.
  2. Using interest-based audiences allows you to tailor your ad copy and creative for maximum results. With individual ad sets you can quickly establish the audiences that work and the ones that don’t work. 
  3. Facebook has removed thousands of interest-based audiences. Fewer audiences leads to more competition in the most popular audiences. In addition, smaller audiences are performing worse than larger audiences. 
  4. Interest-based audiences are a great way to get started with Facebook ads. Test multiple audiences in direct and parallel interests to your topic. Aim for an audience size per ad set of 7-15 million people if possible.
  5. Level 2 – Lookalike Audiences – When your ads start converting, build Lookalike audiences. Ask Facebook to find the 1% or 5% of the population who look most like the people who have converted.
  6. Based on your conversion data Facebook will build audiences of the people most likely to take the action you want. This means you can reach a wider audience, in a more cost-effective manner for even better results.
  7. The downside to Lookalike audiences is that Facebook needs a substantial sample size to identify which data points are most likely to indicate the perfect person to show your ads to.
  8. Start with interest-based audiences first, and once you have conversions flowing, introduce Lookalike audiences. Remember, there is no such thing as the best audience type. Our goal is to leverage all 3 types.
  9. Level 3 – Broad Audiences – A broad audience is where you define location only. This gives Facebook the ultimate freedom to pick and choose anyone they think has a likelihood of taking the action you specify.
  10. As Facebook’s algorithm improves, the results from Broad targeting are getting better and better. It enables Facebook to better manage its distribution of ads across its users, producing a lower CPM for you.
  11. By using broad targeting, you give up control to Facebook. This is good if they have lots of data on leads and sales. Without this data, they are shooting in the day, and they could waste a lot of ad $$$’s 
  12. Use broad targeting when you have built substantial conversion data in your ad account based on your level 1 and level 2 audiences. Broad targeting will be one of the best audiences for scaling your campaigns.

H – Hot Take

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Go crush dem objections…. they are holidng your perfect-fit client back from achieving their ultimate dream.

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