Facebook Ads Quick Tips

Stacy Covitz
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Welcome to Facebook Ads Quick Tips! I'm Stacy Covitz—a Gen X business owner who knows that Facebook ads can be as confusing as the latest internet trend.  I'll cut through the clutter in quick, five-minute episodes that give you real, actionable advice on ad setup, budgets, trends, and more—without the usual tech overload or stale marketing talk. Plus, we toss in a bit of online culture commentary (because who doesn’t have an opinion on Zuck?) to keep things lively. Whether you’re a hands-on DIY-er or looking for a trusted voice in the ad space, this podcast is your shortcut to smarter, stress-free Facebook ads.

  1. 5D AGO

    47- Can Your Offer Afford Ads? Here's How to Tell

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! Hey friends! So last week I threw a LOT of numbers at you in part two of the SLO funnel series, and if your brain kind of glazed over? You're not alone, and honestly, same. Today we're slowing it ALL the way down and making sure this one piece actually clicks. Because once you understand this, you will never look at ad spend the same way again. The Goal Isn't What You Think It Is Here's the thing: The goal of the SLO funnel isn't to profit on a $20 product. That would be great though, right? But that's not what we're doing here. The goal is to build a list of buyers—people who've already said yes with their money—and ideally, you're going to break even doing it. If your ad brings in customers for free? You've already won. You're creating a list of warm, proven buyers you can invite into your higher-priced programs later. Let's Make the Math Make Sense (It Really Isn't Hard) Okay, deep breath. Here we go. Let's say you spend $100 on ads. Your product is $20You sell 5 of themThat equals $100You made $100. You spent $100. You broke even. You didn't lose money—you bought yourself five buyers. But Wait, It Gets Better Now, if a couple of those people add on a complimentary product (maybe a template or a quick training that helps them achieve their goal faster), you've now made MORE than you spent. Let's say that additional product was $37 and two people grabbed it. $37 × 2 = $74 extraYour total revenue = $174Your ad spend = $100Your average purchase just jumped from $20 to $34. And THAT'S the number I was talking about a few episodes ago—your average order value (or average customer purchase value, same thing). How Do You Find Your Average Order Value? Here's the formula: Add up your sales ÷ Number of buyers = Average Order Value In our example: $174 ÷ 5 buyers = $34 average order value If you've never sold anything in your business before, you won't know this number yet. But if you've been selling products or services for a while, you can go back and calculate it. Why This Number Matters Now that your average purchase is $34, you can afford to spend more on ads and still come out ahead. That's how you start scaling. The Mindset Shift You Need to Make Here's where many people get tripped up: they think, "If I'm not doubling my money right away, it's not working." But that's not how ads work, especially with SLOs. Breaking even on your ad spend is buying you buyers instead of freebie seekers. And every buyer on your list is more likely to purchase your other products—and even your higher-ticket products—later. That's what this funnel is designed to do: fund your growth while creating customers who are already warmed up for your next offer. What If You're Close to Break Even? If you're running an SLO and you're close to break even, don't freak out. That's actually the goal. You can test small tweaks: Add a mini bonus that raises the purchase valueAdjust the price a bitTighten how iJoin my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    7 min

  2. 12/24/2025

    46: How to recover your ad cost with a Self Liquidating Offer Funnel

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! Welcome to the world of advertising where your campaigns can not only pay for themselves but also drive meaningful sales. Understanding Self-Liquidating Offers   At the heart of effective advertising lies the Self-Liquidating Offer, a strategy designed to recover your ad costs while simultaneously generating sales.  I define an SLO as a low-cost, high-value product that helps businesses cover their ad expenses. For instance, consider selling a $17 guide or a $27 mini-course.  If you invest $100 in ads and sell five $20 products, your ads have effectively paid for themselves. However, breaking even is merely the starting point; the real goal is to use these initial sales to lead customers to higher-priced offerings. The SLO Funnel Explained   The primary function of an SLO funnel is not just to recoup ad spend but to attract potential buyers who are eager to solve their problems.  Once a customer purchases the initial product, it’s essential to gently guide them toward the next logical step in their journey.  For example, if you sell a $20 playbook that helps customers craft their first ad, you could offer a bonus mini-training session for $37 during the checkout process. This approach not only enhances the customer experience but also increases the average purchase value. Calculating Success with SLOs   Let’s break down the numbers to illustrate how SLOs can be lucrative. Imagine spending $100 on ads, resulting in five sales of your $20 playbook.  You’ve recovered your ad costs, but here’s the magic, two of those buyers also purchase the $37 training.  This brings your total revenue to $174, increasing your average purchase value per customer from $20 to $34. This simple yet effective strategy allows you to spend more on ads while remaining profitable. Key Components of a Successful SLO   To implement a successful SLO funnel, keep the following principles in mind:   1. Create a small product that addresses a specific problem.  2. Develop a natural follow-up offer that complements the initial purchase.  3. Ensure a clear path from the mini-offer to your primary program or service.  4. Avoid complicating your funnel with unnecessary upsells; focus on one main offer and one follow-up offer. Getting Started with Your SLO   If you’re feeling overwhelmed and unsure about what your SLO or follow-up offer should be, don’t worry.  I offer a six-week ad intensive SLO funnel build program where you work with me to collaborate. We  design your offers, map out your funnels, and create your ads without guesswork.  Before signing up for this, I recommend taking the free ad readiness quiz to assess whether your business is prepared for this sales strategy. Takeaways  In summary, mastering the Self-Liquidating Offer funnel can significantly enhance your advertising strategy by turning ad costs into profits.  Focus on creating valuable, low-cost products that lead to higher-priced offerings, and maintain a clear and straightforward sales process.  With the right approach, you can build a sustai Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    5 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    45: The SLO Funnel Fix...the what what?

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! Today we're kicking off a new mini-series called the SLO Funnel Fix. I'm going to walk you through building small, smart sales campaigns that can actually pay for themselves. And just to be clear from the jump: we're not talking about the low cost awareness ads that I'm always harping on—the $5 a day brand awareness that anyone can start with. This is specifically about sales campaigns designed to sell something, and what you need in place before you spend any money on them. The Big Mistake I See All the Time people launching sales ads hoping they'll fix everything magically. They think, "If I run ads to whatever I just created, people will buy." But unfortunately, ads don't fix a weak offer. They just amplify what's already there. So if your offer isn't clear, or your price doesn't make sense, your value isn't proven, or your checkout is confusing, whatever the case may be, ads will just show the world the confusion faster. I've Been There Too  If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. I've been there. I once launched an offer that felt solid in my head because I thought it was great. I didn't test it. And it was easy for me to blame the ads when really it was the offer, because I hadn't even tried to sell it organically or test it. What Does It Actually Mean to Be Ad Ready? Let's go over it with a few points: ✓ You've sold the offer already - Even if it's just a few times without ads. Maybe to your mailing list or organically, someone in one of your masterminds or groups.✓ You know exactly who you help and the problem that you're solving - This clarity is non-negotiable.✓ Your landing page or checkout link works - Everything works and it converts.✓ You've done the math - Which means you know how much you could actually spend on ads because you know how much each customer is worth, what their monetary value is throughout the year. You know that number.If you could check most of these off, you're probably ready to layer in some paid sales ads.  And if not? That's okay. It just means you're in the offer validation phase and you're right where I'm always talking, those low cost brand awareness ads.  And that's what you should be doing in my opinion. What Happens When You Skip Being Ready? Well, when people skip being ready: They don't get what they want, they don't sell anythingThey blame the algorithm instead of the strategyThey lose moneySo the bottom line is running a sales campaign before your offer is proven?  It's like turning up the volume on a song that you haven't finished writing. It just gets louder, not better. Here's the Good News Getting ad ready doesn't take months. It just takes clarity. Take Ad Readiness Quiz and get the clarity if it's time to spend money on ads, or if you have a bit of readiness work to do.  Coming up next week: What is an SLO Funnel? Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    6 min

  4. 12/10/2025

    44: Thinking your ad sucks? 🤔🤔Maybe it doesn't. And- we have a winner

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! In this episode of MetaAds Quick Tips, Stacy Covitz discusses common mistakes in evaluating ad performance, emphasizing the importance of patience and proper data analysis.  She highlights that many people prematurely judge their offers without sufficient reach or impressions.  The episode also includes a giveaway announcement for a strategy session, showcasing listener engagement and appreciation.🥳🥳🥳🥳 Thinking your ad isn't working may be premature.Check your ad reach and impressions before judging.Patience is key in evaluating ad performance.The algorithm needs time to optimize.Don't turn off ads without sufficient data.A small additional budget can lead to success.Keep a positive mindset during ad testing. Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    5 min

  5. 12/03/2025

    43: Part 2 of 2: What are Special Categories, and could it be your business?

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! In this episode of the Facebook Ads Quick Tip Podcast, Stacy Covitz discusses the special categories in Meta Ads Manager that affect advertising strategies for businesses in housing, employment, credit, and politics. She explains the importance of understanding these categories to avoid discrimination and ensure compliance with Meta's advertising policies. The episode provides insights into how to navigate these categories effectively, including real-world examples and strategies for successful advertising within these constraints. Takeaways If your business falls into a special category, rules change.Meta has to put guardrails in place for legal reasons.Your targeting and strategy will need to adapt.You can't target by age, gender, or zip code in special categories.Your creative and messaging become more critical.Warming up your audience is essential for success.You may need more content before running ads.Expect longer ad review times in special categories.Consulting with a Meta ads strategist can help you navigate these challenges. Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    9 min

  6. 11/26/2025

    42: Audience too small- (says Meta?) and timely announcement at end

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! Mentioned in this episode:  Black Friday Bundle There are over 100 free gifts and so many incredible women chatting away!  Come say hi- I'll be hanging out in there.  Today I answered the question from a listener who sent Fanmail! (that's what it's called, I'm not saying "look at me I have fan mail" She was wanting advice about Ad manager pop up warning that her audience wasn't large enough at 100,000.  I told her phooey. They're always popping up telling me stuff that is just silly. Their intentions are probably good in that maybe a bot is saying "hey- you should really go broad for better results" not understanding the entire picture.  If you have questions go ahead and click on the Link above that says "ask me a question"  I'm always happy to help you out!  Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    6 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    41: Part 1 of 2 Why your ad might get flagged?

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! Summary In this episode, Stacy Covitz discusses the implications of Meta's recent revelations about revenue loss due to fraudulent ads, which has led to stricter ad policies affecting legitimate businesses. She explores the common topics that get flagged in advertising on Meta, including health, beauty, personal transformation, and financial claims. The conversation emphasizes the challenges business owners face in navigating these restrictions and offers strategies for creating compliant ads without diluting their message. Takeaways 10% of Meta's revenue is impacted by ad scams.Meta's ad policies are cautious due to fraud.Health and wellness ads are frequently flagged.Personal transformation topics can trigger ad restrictions.Income claims in ads are heavily scrutinized by Meta.Bots misinterpret ad content, leading to unnecessary flags.Using general language can help avoid ad restrictions.Meta's system aims to protect users but can over-correct.Understanding Meta's ad categories is crucial for compliance. Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    11 min

  8. 11/12/2025

    40: Don't risk your reputation by making this common mistake

    Thanks for Listening! Send me your questions-maybe I'll do a special episode for you! In this conversation, Stacy Covitz discusses the importance of being prepared for business growth. She emphasizes that while wanting more clients is natural, business owners must ensure they have the necessary systems and bandwidth to handle that growth. The conversation highlights the potential pitfalls of seeking growth without adequate preparation, particularly in relation to marketing efforts like advertising. Takeaways Wanting more growth is normal, but being ready for it?Ads will shine a nice big bright spotlight on every single crack.If your business isn't ready for the growth, it will magnify problems.Having systems in place is crucial for managing new clients.Growth can expose weaknesses in your business.Preparation is key to sustainable growth.Understanding your capacity is essential for success. Join my Free Skool community! Grab My Free Checklist to Audit your Ad Campaign Get The Scoop Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for all the news about ads, online business, and some fun surprises added to the mix!

    7 min
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Welcome to Facebook Ads Quick Tips! I'm Stacy Covitz—a Gen X business owner who knows that Facebook ads can be as confusing as the latest internet trend.  I'll cut through the clutter in quick, five-minute episodes that give you real, actionable advice on ad setup, budgets, trends, and more—without the usual tech overload or stale marketing talk. Plus, we toss in a bit of online culture commentary (because who doesn’t have an opinion on Zuck?) to keep things lively. Whether you’re a hands-on DIY-er or looking for a trusted voice in the ad space, this podcast is your shortcut to smarter, stress-free Facebook ads.

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