EP 438: Why Your Instagram Ads Aren't Converting

Meta just reported earnings, and it's great news for advertisers. Here's a quick 3-minute recap of what stood out and why it matters. Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

Meta wants you to let its AI handle targeting for you, but should you trust it? In this episode, I'll uncover when it actually helps to let Meta pick your audience, and when it may quietly waste your budget. Learn the smart way to blend AI automation with real human strategy so you stay in control.  Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

Boosting Facebook and Instagram posts might feel like running ads, but it can sometimes be one of the biggest mistakes I still see some advertisers make here in late 2025. In this episode, I'll break down why boosting could hold you back and what to do instead. Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

When a Facebook Ad account stops working, most people throw money at it or start randomly guessing. In this episode, I'll walk you through the first things I look at when results tank, so you can troubleshoot smarter and fix what's really broken. Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

There's no shortage of bad Facebook Ad advice online, but A LOT of it is just plain horrible. In this episode, I'll cover some of the worst tips I still see floating around in late 2025 and what to do instead.  Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

In this special episode, I share some breaking news from this week that should be amazing for Facebook and Instagram advertisers and I also share a PSA of what NOT to do that can hurt many advertisers. Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

Your Instagram ads might be getting views, maybe even likes, but are they actually getting SALES? In this short episode, I share three common reasons why Instagram ads sometimes fail to convert and offer practical ways to rethink your approach. Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

Some of the most effective Facebook & Instagram ads don't always look like ads at all. In this episode, we explore how native looking content (ads that look like posts) can sometimes blend seamlessly into the feed and may get more attention, spark curiosity, build trust, and could lead to unexpected results. You should be testing these no call to action style ads! Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

AI and Advantage+ are powerful but many advertisers make big mistakes when them that may cost time and money. Today, I share the three most common (and potentially costly) mistakes advertisers make when they hand over too much control to Meta's AI, plus practical fixes you can deploy today. I am pro-AI and pro-Advantage+, but ONLY when you remain the pilot and don't give up too much control!  Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com

Discover 3 common mistakes both experienced and new Facebook and Instagram advertisers are making, and the quick, practical fixes that could be a game changer. Website: https://philgrahamdigital.com