Lets Run Facebook Ads: The Podcast

The Biggest Facebook Ads Mistake in 2026

β€’ Nick Boddington β€’ Season 1 β€’ Episode 201

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In this episode, Nick discuss what may be the biggest Facebook Ads mistake advertisers are making in 2026: trying to control too much. 

As Meta's AI and machine learning systems continue to evolve, (particularly following the rollout of Andromeda) many advertisers are still obsessing over audience targeting, placements, budget allocation and constant account tweaks that can actually hinder performance. We explore why giving Meta more freedom often leads to better results, how the platform now makes optimisation decisions faster and more effectively than humans can, and where advertisers should really be focusing their attention instead. If you're running Facebook or Instagram ads and looking to improve performance, scale campaigns and work with the algorithm rather than against it, this episode will help you rethink your approach.

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