Hold Rate: The Most Important Metric You're NOT Using on Facebook Ads

Join my FREE Facebook Ads Skool Community 👉 https://www.skool.com/theadsclinic/Book a 30-minute Ads Review call 👉 https://www.theadsclinic.com/adsreviewcalendarMeta ads have changed—are you keeping up? In this episode, we dive into the 2025 Meta Ads Playbook and explore how the game has shifted from audience hacks and micro-targeting to AI-driven automation and Advantage+ campaigns. Nick shares the exact ad strategies he’s used to scale over 200 businesses profitably, breaking down what’s working now (and what’s dead) in Facebook and Instagram advertising. If you’re still running ads like it’s 2020, you’re leaving money on the table. Tune in to discover how to adapt your Facebook & Instagram ads strategy for 2025 and beyond.#metaads #facebookads #socialmediamarketing #facebookadsmanagerBUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

🚀 In this episode, I breaks down how Harry went from starting his first joinery business to generating 4 qualified leads and 3 bookings in just 24 hours with a simple Facebook Ads (Meta Ads) campaign - all on a $20 budget. I share how to craft attention-grabbing video ad hooks that convert, the importance of broad targeting and letting Meta’s algorithm work, ad setup for lead generation campaigns, why lazy marketing no longer works and how to stand out with the right creative. Whether you’re a small business owner or a marketer looking to improve your Meta Ads strategy, this episode gives you a real-world case study and actionable tips to launch high-performing Facebook Ads that bring in leads without overcomplicating things.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In this episode of Let’s Run Facebook Ads, Nick Boddington  breaks down why overcomplicated Meta Ads strategies are a thing of the past. Discover how Advantage+ campaigns, broad targeting, and campaign budget optimisation can help you get better results without juggling endless ad sets and placements. Nick shares a real-life client story—complete with creative testing, emotional hooks, and winning angles—that shows exactly how to focus on Facebook and Instagram ads that convert. If you’re ready to cut the clutter, master creative testing, and scale your campaigns profitably, this episode is your roadmap.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In this episode of Let’s Run Facebook Ads, Nick Boddington tackles one of the biggest mistakes advertisers make - getting too emotional about their ads. We break down why the “set it and forget it” days of Facebook advertising are over, how data-driven decisions beat gut feelings every time, and the mindset shift you need to scale profitably. From ROAS and campaign testing to adapting in a tougher ad landscape, discover how to run smarter, not more sentimental, Facebook ads.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In this episode of Let’s Run Facebook Ads, Nick Boddington unpacks one of the most misunderstood aspects of running successful Meta ad campaigns: the funnel strategy. If you’ve been told you must run Top of Funnel (TOF), Middle of Funnel (MOF), and Bottom of Funnel (BOF) ads to be successful—this episode is for you.Nick dives deep into when full-funnel structures matter and when they’re just overkill—especially if you're working with limited budgets. He breaks down how cold audience targeting, retargeting strategies, and creative sequencing really work in Meta Ads Manager. You’ll hear why sales and lead objectives often outperform awareness campaigns, and how simplicity in structure can still drive serious ROI.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In this episode, Nick breaks down the core Facebook ad objectives —Awareness, Engagement, Traffic, and Sales —using a real-world example of user behaviour on social media. He explains how each objective aligns with different stages of the customer journey and how advertisers can effectively structure campaigns around them. Whether you're running ads that spark curiosity or drive clicks and conversions, this episode gives you practical insights to optimise performance and understand what your audience is really doing.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

We've all heard of 'retargeting' customers but, what does it actually mean? And how do retargeting campaigns work? Nick and Michael sit down to discussed the basics of retargeting: what it is, the different metrics you can use to retarget lost customers and best practices for your retargeting campaigns. We also discuss how social media algorithms work to show you the right content at the right time, website tracking and how to get more sales from customers who've already bought from you.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In today's episode, Nick discusses one of the biggest pains when it comes to Meta advertising: calls from Meta. While you may get recommendations in Ads Manager or even from representatives calling you, their advice might not always be the right thing for your business. He outlines why this is and what advice you should be following, including his own Skool community where you can learn how to build and optimise your ads for free.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In this episode, Nick Boddington explores how choosing the right Meta ad campaign objective sets the stage for success in your ad funnel. Through real-world client examples—including a supplement course brand with a troubled agency history—Nick highlights where many advertisers go wrong and how to realign their funnel to drive conversions. He shares actionable insights on diagnosing campaign issues, avoiding wasted ad spend, and optimising Facebook Ads Manager for better results. If your Meta campaigns aren’t performing, this episode offers the clarity you need to get back on track.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

In this episode of Let’s Run Facebook Ads, Nick Boddington explores the evolving role of AI within Meta’s Ads Manager. Prompted by a conversation with a long-time client, Nick breaks down how Meta’s AI tools - like automated ad copy generation - are already influencing campaign strategies and what this means for advertisers. He also reflects on Mark Zuckerberg’s vision of a future where businesses simply describe their goals, and AI handles the rest. Should media buyers be worried? Tune in to hear Nick’s perspective on working with Meta’s AI versus relying on it entirely.BUT THERE'S MORE...Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!