📽 Careful with those hook rates: why you should review these metrics with nuance 🛠📽

In today’s mini episode, I’m going to discuss three pitfalls that many advertisers fall into and three things they need to look out for while creating and testing AI-powered creatives.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/ai-creative-pitfalls/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

In this episode we dive into the sometimes frustrating mechanics of how Meta allocates spend between ads in an ad set - and what we recommend doing about this.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/bayesian-bandits/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

In this podcast episode, I discuss a common issue in ad account management known as “asset stuffing.” This occurs when advertisers place all their ad creatives into a single ad set without distinguishing them by type or audience. Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/asset-stuffing/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

In today’s episode, we talk about how Meta isn't a single monolithic channel - and how to unbundle its different placements.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/meta-placement-unbundling/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

In this episode we talk about the similarities between hook rates and d1 retention - and share how hooks can be akin to ‘activation’ for a video.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/hooks-ugc-d1-retention/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

All the cool kids want to optimize their hook rates. Yes, hook rates matter - yet it’s critical to be mindful of nuances in measuring hook rates, which I point out in this episode.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/hook-rate-meta-facebook/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

Today’s episode is a recording of a webinar on Gaming UA Strategies for a Gen-AI World 2024 and beyond featuring Niels Beenan, Strategic Partnerships Director at Singular, Sharath Kowligi, Marketing Manager at DieNo Games, Krystel Bittar, Product Manager at Sensor Tower, and Cameron Thom, Chief Business Development Officer at Adikteev.KEY HIGHLIGHTS👟 Generative AI is increasingly pivotal in gaming, enhancing both creative processes and user acquisition strategies.🏇🏽 The gaming investment climate has become more challenging, with a higher bar set for securing funding.🎤 Adapt strategies to maintain user motivation and reduce churn.🎳 Demonstrating robust prototypes is now critical for attracting investors, reflecting a shift from ideation to tangible proofs of concept.🎻 The discussion highlighted a trend towards hybrid and casual gaming experiences, which are better able to adapt to current market conditions.🚀 Changes in player behaviors post-pandemic and new privacy regulations are significantly influencing game development and marketing strategies.⛱ Panelists emphasized the importance of adapting to these changes to leverage opportunities in a rapidly evolving gaming landscape.🧭 Future strategies in the gaming industry will likely focus on integrating AI more deeply into development pipelines and exploiting new monetization avenues.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/generative-ai-gaming/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of Google UAC strategies on iOS post Apple's introduction of App Tracking Transparency (ATT). We love this episode as this is from an ex Googler who gives us the inside track into the dynamics at play within Google that shaped a lot of the changes that happened post ATT. Ashley Black describes details about Google’s initial response to ATT, and talks about modeled conversions. We also uncover the challenges and limitations Google faces with iOS ad inventory, particularly the inability to prompt for ATT in browsers and the significant enhancements brought about by SKAN4, including web-to-app tracking. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how Google maneuvers through changes like those that happened with ATT on iOS - and, more importantly, how you can adapt to a post-ATT world on iOS with UAC.KEY HIGHLIGHTS🗒 Google’s cautious approach to iOS changes stems from its complex relationship with Apple.📈 Large and small advertisers perceive and use Google’s modeled conversions differently.📍Tracking limitations on iOS, such as the inability to prompt for ATT in browsers, significantly impact Google’s ad inventory.🔐 The introduction of SKAN4 marked a pivotal improvement in tracking web-to-app conversions and overall ad attribution.✂️ Google’s strategy post-ATT involved a wait-and-see approach, which was often viewed externally as unhelpful.🔍 Firebase enhances performance on Android but shows less impact on iOS due to limited access to device ID data.✏️ Effective iOS campaigns with Google require a robust video strategy due to the specific inventory available on the platform.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/an-ex-googlers-guide-to-winning-on-ios-for-google-uac-campaigns-with-ashley-black/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

In this episode, Lisa breaks down why traditional, one-size-fits-all retention tactics just don't cut it - and talks about how Klarna tailors strategies to individual user needs through personalized communications and sophisticated A/B testing - at scale.KEY HIGHLIGHTS📌 Personalize retention strategies to align with specific user needs, avoiding generic approaches.🔊 Implement A/B testing to determine the most effective retention tactics, such as targeted discounts.♣️ Collect and analyze data using surveys and AI tools to understand customer departure reasons.🪐 Segment users by behavior and geographical location to refine marketing strategies.🌊 Identify whether issues are related to user retention or activation to address the correct problems.🖥 Actively gather feedback, including during cancellation processes, to extract valuable insights.🗡 Engage with users regularly to maintain brand presence and swiftly resolve any arising issues.🛒 Avoid overused communication tactics like “we miss you” messages, opting for relevant and meaningful interactions.Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/product-specific-retention-lisa-kennelly/***Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog

Today’s episode is from a private interview that I did for someone in the investment community who was curious about some of the dynamics driving Applovin’s share price performance, which should hopefully help you understand and contextualize some of the dynamics that power them. Check out the show notes here: https://mobileuseracquisitionshow.com/episode/applovin-q-and-a/**Get more mobile user acquisition goodies here:http://RocketShipHQ.comhttp://RocketShipHQ.com/blog