Creative vs. Frequency: What Really Drives Ad Performance?

13/01/2026 42 min
Creative vs. Frequency: What Really Drives Ad Performance?

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Episode Synopsis

Most brands fail—not because their ads are bad, but because they're not seen enough. In this episode, Mark and Justin unpack the misunderstood power of frequency and how it drives real results in CPG advertising. You'll learn how often consumers really need to see your message before they act, why "being a little bit pregnant" with your budget leads to wasted spend, and how to engineer frequency that converts—even on a tight budget. • The science behind the "rule of 7" vs. the "rule of 17" • How creative quality impacts frequency effectiveness • Why spreading your ad dollars too thin is a losing game • How to pick media platforms that maximize impact Listen now and make sure your next campaign actually breaks through.