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Discover The Gap In Your Online Course Marketing And Unlock Its Full Earning Potential

Take The Most-Profitable
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Your First $10K Online Course Launch

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follow @the_launch_lounge

I love helping course creators advertise and market their courses well!

I created The Launch Lounge to provide training and coaching resources to help you master marketing so you can make a global impact, build a highly profitable business, and live life on your own terms.

Hi, I'm Salome

Get Your First List Building Ad Up Without Wasting Time Or Money

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FREE Facebook and Instagram Ads Training

Your First $10K Online Course Launch

A Step-By-Step Guide To Launching Your Online Course Profitably The First Time

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follow @the_launch_lounge

I love helping course creators advertise and market their courses well!

I created The Launch Lounge to provide training and coaching resources to help you master marketing so you can make a global impact, build a highly profitable business, and live life on your own terms.

Hi, I'm Salome

Discover The Gap In Your Online Course Marketing And Unlock Its Full Earning Potential

Take The Most-Profitable
Course Quiz

Take The Quiz

follow @the_launch_lounge

I love helping course creators advertise and market their courses well!

I created The Launch Lounge to provide training and coaching resources to help you master marketing so you can make a global impact, build a highly profitable business, and live life on your own terms.

Hi, I'm Salome

Your First $10K Online Course Launch

A Step-By-Step Guide To Launching Your Online Course Profitably The First Time

Sign Me Up

follow @the_launch_lounge

I love helping course creators advertise and market their courses well!

I created The Launch Lounge to provide training and coaching resources to help you master marketing so you can make a global impact, build a highly profitable business, and live life on your own terms.

Hi, I'm Salome

Get Your First List Building Ad Up Without Wasting Time Or Money

Get Started

FREE Facebook and Instagram Ads Training

follow @the_launch_lounge

I love helping course creators advertise and market their courses well!

I created The Launch Lounge to provide training and coaching resources to help you master marketing so you can make a global impact, build a highly profitable business, and live life on your own terms.

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Stop Wasting Money on Facebook Ads Before You're Ready

Tired of throwing money at Facebook ads without seeing results? Let's fix that right now! 🚀

Ever felt that knot in your stomach when you think about spending money on ads? You're not alone. Many course creators jump into ads too early and watch their hard-earned cash disappear into Mark Zuckerberg's pocket. But here's the thing – waiting too long to start with ads can be just as problematic as starting too soon. Today, I'm sharing a simple 5-minute assessment that will tell you exactly where you stand and what you need to do next.

No more guessing, no more wasted ad spend, and definitely no more tech nightmares. Just clear, actionable guidance on whether you're ready to dive into ads or if there are a few crucial pieces you need to put in place first.

“Ads will amplify what is already working, but they don't fix what's broken. They actually amplify what's broken and you pay for it.” ✨

🔥 In This Episode:

  • Discover the surprising truth about what you DON'T need before starting ads (hint: it's not a fancy website!)
  • Learn the real signs that tell you you're ready to start running ads (even with just $5 a day)
  • Uncover the most common mistakes course creators make when jumping into ads too early
  • Get instant clarity on your ad readiness with our free 5-minute assessment
  • Master the essential foundation you need before spending a single dollar on ads

Grab your favorite chai latte and let's figure out if you're really ready for ads! ☕️

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Salome

Ready to transform those scary ad campaigns into your most powerful lead generation tool? Take our free 5-minute assessment at thelaunchlounge.com/readyforads 💫


⏱️ Episode Timestamps:

[00:00] – Introduction 

[01:15] – The heartbreak of jumping into ads too early 

[04:30] – Signs you've waited too long to start ads 

[07:45] – What you DON'T need before starting ads 

[12:20] – Essential elements you DO need 

[16:45] – Introduction to the 5-minute assessment 

[20:30] – Final thoughts and next episode preview


📚 Resources Mentioned:

>> Free 5-Minute Ads Readiness Assessment: thelaunchlounge.com/readyforads

>> Episode 198: Your Low Budget Solution to Finding People Online

>> Episode 196: The Shocking Truth About How Big Your Email List Really Has to Be

>> Free 5-Day Facebook and Instagram Ads Training: thelaunchlounge.com/getmyadup

>> Other episodes you might like: 236. 3 Ad Metrics You Must Master for Profits in 2025

>> Other episodes you might like: 218. When Should You Start Running Facebook and Instagram Ads?

>> Other episodes you might like: 217. “Can I Advertise on Facebook if I Don’t Have a Website?”


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