Curious About Paid Ads? Test Them for Just $50/Month
See if paid advertising works for your business without the risk or hassle. Completely hands-off test drive, weekly performance reports, zero meetings required.
Why Local Businesses Should Test Paid Ads
You've built a website. You're working on local SEO. Your Google Business Profile is optimized. That's excellent - you're doing the foundational work that brings long-term results.
But here's the reality: organic SEO takes time. Weeks or months before you see meaningful traffic. What if you could accelerate those results while your organic presence builds?
That's where paid advertising comes in. Google Ads and Facebook/Instagram ads can put your business in front of local customers today - people actively searching for what you offer or scrolling through their feed in your neighborhood.
The Problem
Most paid advertising services are expensive and require big commitments. Agencies want $1,000+ per month with 6-12 month contracts. That's a scary investment when you don't even know if ads will work for your business.
The Opportunity
Our Paid Ads Test Drive lets you explore paid advertising for just $50/month over three months. It's not about high volume - it's about learning what's possible and seeing real data from your market before committing to larger campaigns.
Think of it as market research that also brings you customers.
Everything You Get in Your Test Drive
Complete Campaign Setup
We handle all the technical work. We'll choose the best platform for your business (Google Ads or Facebook/Instagram), research the right keywords or audience targeting, set up conversion tracking, and get everything configured properly. You don't touch any of the technical setup - we do it all.
Professional Ad Creation
We'll write and design 2-3 different ad variations tailored to your business. For Google Ads, that means compelling text ads that speak to local searchers. For Facebook/Instagram, that means eye-catching image or carousel ads that stop the scroll. We test different messages to see what resonates with your local market.
Weekly Performance Reports
Just like our analytics service, you'll receive easy-to-understand weekly reports via email or text. No confusing dashboards or technical jargon. We'll tell you exactly how many people saw your ads, how many clicked, what actions they took, and what it cost per click. Simple, clear, actionable insights.
Ongoing Campaign Optimization
We don't just "set it and forget it." Throughout your three-month trial, we'll actively monitor performance and make adjustments. If certain keywords aren't working, we'll pause them. If certain ad messages outperform others, we'll shift budget toward what's working. Your campaign gets better over time.
End-of-Trial Consultation
After three months, we'll hop on a call to review everything we learned. We'll discuss whether the results justify scaling up, staying at $50/month, or stopping altogether. No pressure, no sales pitch - just honest conversation about what the data tells us and what makes sense for your business.
Simple 5-Step Process
We Build Your Custom Proposal (No Meeting Required)
Based on your business type and location, we research your market and build a complete advertising proposal for you. We choose the best platform (Google Ads or Facebook/Instagram), select your targeting, write your ad copy, and outline exactly what we'll test. You simply review our proposal via email and approve it to move forward. No 30-minute meetings, no back-and-forth strategy discussions - we handle the research and decision-making, you get a ready-to-launch plan.
Campaign Setup (Week 1)
We build your campaign from the ground up. Platform account setup, payment method configuration, conversion tracking installation, keyword research (for Google) or audience targeting (for Facebook/Instagram), ad creation, and campaign structure. This happens completely in the background - you don't do anything. We handle every technical detail.
Campaign Launch (Week 2-4)
Your ads go live and start reaching local customers. We monitor daily performance, watching what's working and what's not. Your weekly reports start arriving, showing you exactly what's happening with simple metrics that matter.
Active Optimization (Month 1-3)
Throughout the three-month trial, we continuously improve your campaigns. We pause underperforming keywords or audiences, test new ad copy, adjust bid strategies, and refine targeting based on what the data tells us. Every week, you see what changed and why.
Results Review & Next Steps (End of Month 3)
We sit down together and review three months of data. You'll see clearly whether paid ads are driving valuable traffic for your business. We'll discuss three possible paths forward: stop if results don't justify continuing, keep going at $50/month if it's working at this level, or scale up to a larger budget if the data shows strong potential. You decide - no pressure either way.
The Real Value - What You'll Discover About Your Business
This isn't just about getting a few clicks. The Paid Ads Test Drive gives you valuable market intelligence you can't get any other way without spending thousands.
Does Paid Advertising Work for Your Business Type?
Not every business sees the same results from paid ads. Some industries and business types respond incredibly well; others struggle to get cost-effective results. After three months, you'll know definitively whether paid advertising is worth pursuing for your specific business.
What Keywords Actually Drive Traffic in Your Market
If you're running Google Ads, we'll discover which search terms your local customers are actually using. Are they searching for "hair salon near me" or "women's haircut [city]"? Are they looking for "sandwich shop" or "lunch delivery"? You'll learn the actual language your customers use when they're ready to buy.
What Ad Messages Resonate with Local Customers
We'll test different headlines, descriptions, and calls-to-action to see what makes people click. Does emphasizing price work better than emphasizing quality? Do people respond to "book now" or "call today"? You'll learn what messaging connects with your audience.
Your Real Cost Per Lead or Customer
The most important number: what does it actually cost to get someone to call you, visit your website, request directions, or book an appointment? This data helps you decide if scaling up makes financial sense. If you're spending $5 per click and getting one customer for every 10 clicks, you know a customer costs you about $50 in ads. Can your business support that? Now you have real data to decide.
Whether Scaling to a Larger Budget Makes Sense
If your test drive shows promising results - decent click-through rates, reasonable cost per click, actual customers coming through - you'll have the confidence to scale up to $500 or $1,000 per month knowing the economics work. Conversely, if the numbers don't add up, you've only spent $150 to learn that lesson instead of thousands.
Which Platform Works Best: Google vs. Facebook
Some businesses crush it on Google Ads because people are actively searching for their services. Others do better on Facebook/Instagram where they can showcase visual work and target by location and interests. Your three-month trial will show you where your customers are and which platform delivers better results for your money.
Three Clear Paths Forward - You Choose
The decision is entirely yours. We'll provide the data and our honest recommendation, but there's zero pressure to scale up or continue if it doesn't make sense for your business.
Path 1: Stop
Results Weren't There
Maybe the cost per click was too high. Maybe you got clicks but no phone calls. Maybe your business type just doesn't respond well to paid advertising. That's okay - you've learned something valuable for just $150 total, and you can invest that marketing budget elsewhere. No hard feelings, no awkward sales calls, no pressure to continue.
Path 2: Continue
It's Working at This Level
Perhaps you're getting 1-2 customers per month from the ads and that's worth $50 to you. Perfect - we can keep running at exactly this level indefinitely. Steady, predictable lead flow that doesn't break the bank. Many small businesses find this sweet spot works for them long-term.
Path 3: Scale Up
Time to Grow
If the numbers look great and you're seeing strong ROI, let's increase the budget to $500-$1,000 per month (or more) to drive significantly more traffic. Now that we know what works from the test drive, we can confidently invest more to get more customers. We'll help you scale intelligently based on what we learned together.
Is the Paid Ads Test Drive Right for You?
Perfect For:
- Businesses Curious But Cautious - You want to test the waters without risking your entire marketing budget
- Businesses with Analytics Already Installed - You can see exactly what visitors do when they land on your site from ads
- Businesses Burned by Previous PPC Agencies - You want a simple, honest, low-risk way to try again
- Businesses Wanting Data Before Scaling - You need proof before committing to larger ad budgets
- Small Budgets, Big Questions - You can afford $50/month to learn whether paid ads deserve more investment
Not Perfect For:
- Businesses Needing High Volume Immediately - $50/month is a testing budget, not a high-volume campaign
- Businesses in Extremely Competitive Industries - If cost-per-click exceeds $20, you'll need a larger test budget
- Businesses Expecting Immediate Huge ROI - This is exploration focused on learning and testing
- Businesses Without Analytics Installed - You need tracking to see which clicks turned into actions
- Businesses Expecting Weekly Calls or Decision-Making Input - This service runs on complete autopilot. We make all strategic decisions, handle all optimization, and communicate via email-only weekly reports. There are zero meetings during the test period - just one call at the end to review results. If you want to be involved in day-to-day decisions or need weekly strategy discussions, this isn't the right fit. This is designed for busy owners who want results without involvement.
Not Your Typical PPC Agency
Zero Meetings, Zero Hassle - Complete Autopilot
Traditional PPC agencies want weekly check-ins, monthly reporting calls, and constant meetings. We run everything on autopilot. You get weekly reports delivered automatically, and we handle all optimization decisions in the background. No meetings during the test period. We make the proposal, we execute it, we optimize it, you review simple weekly reports. The only call is at the end of 3 months to review results and decide next steps.
Fixed Budget - No Surprise Costs
Our fee is fixed: $50/month total. No hidden fees, no surprise invoices, no pressure to spend more. You know exactly what you're paying every single month.
3-Month Trial, Not a 12-Month Contract
Most agencies require 6-12 month contracts. We believe three months is enough to gather meaningful data. After that, you're free to stop, continue, or scale up.
Simple Approach, Not Overwhelming
We keep it simple: how many people saw your ads, how many clicked, what it cost, what actions they took. The metrics that actually matter.
Learning Focus, Not Just Volume
Our test drive focuses on learning what's possible before scaling up. The real value is understanding your market and whether bigger investments make sense.
Honest Recommendations, Not Sales Pressure
If the numbers don't support continued advertising, we'll say so. We're not here to lock you into something that doesn't work.
You Need Analytics to Make This Work
Here's something important: the Paid Ads Test Drive requires analytics tracking to be valuable.
Why? Because without analytics, you'll know how many people clicked your ads, but you won't know what happened next. Did they call you? Submit a contact form? Request directions? Leave immediately?
Analytics tracking shows you the complete picture. When someone clicks your ad and lands on your website, analytics tracks every meaningful action they take:
- • Phone number clicks - Did they call you?
- • Contact form submissions - Did they request information?
- • Direction requests - Did they look up how to get to your location?
- • Menu clicks - Did they view your services or pricing?
- • Time on site - Did they read your content or bounce immediately?
This data is what makes the test drive valuable. You're not just learning "people clicked" - you're learning whether those clicks turned into potential customers taking action.
Already have analytics installed?
Perfect. You're ready to start testing paid ads.
Don't have analytics yet?
No problem. Start with our analytics installation service first, let it run for a few weeks so you have baseline data, then launch your Paid Ads Test Drive. This way, you'll see exactly how paid traffic compares to organic traffic and what actions paid visitors take on your site.
What Business Owners Say About Testing Paid Ads
"I was so nervous about spending money on ads. The $50/month test drive was perfect for me - I could try it without freaking out about the cost. Over three months, I got about 15 clicks per week from women in my neighborhood seeing my Instagram ads. About 5-6 people booked appointments directly from the ads. After the trial, I scaled up to $200/month and now I'm consistently getting 2-3 new clients per week from ads."
— Maria, Nail Salon Owner (Denver, CO)
"I tested Google Ads for my accounting practice during tax season. The results were okay but not amazing. After three months, the Local Social Marketing team was completely honest. They said, 'Tom, for your industry and your location, organic SEO is probably a better investment than paid ads right now.' I stopped the paid ads and invested that money in ongoing SEO work instead. I only spent $150 to learn that lesson instead of thousands. That kind of honesty is rare."
— Tom, CPA (Austin, TX)
"We were getting good foot traffic for dinner, but lunch was slow. I wanted to test if Google Ads could fill the lunch crowd without spending a fortune. The test drive was perfect. We ran ads from 10am-1pm targeting 'lunch near me' within 2 miles. After the trial, I scaled up to $500/month because the numbers made sense. We're spending about $3.50 per click, and probably 1 in 5 clickers comes in for lunch. The math works."
— Jake, Sandwich Shop Owner (Portland, OR)
Common Questions About the Paid Ads Test Drive
- Why only $50/month?
- This is a testing and learning phase, not a high-volume campaign. The goal is to gather real data from your market about whether paid advertising is worth scaling up. At $50/month, you'll get enough clicks (typically 10-50 depending on your industry) to learn meaningful insights about cost-per-click, which keywords work, what ad messages resonate, and whether the economics make sense for your business. Think of it as affordable market research that also happens to bring you some customers.
- What if I don't get any customers during the test?
- Getting customers during the test drive is a bonus, not the guarantee. The primary value is the data and insights you gain. That said, if you get zero meaningful engagement (no calls, no form submissions, no direction requests) over three months, that tells us something important: either paid ads aren't right for your business type, your market is too competitive for this budget level, or we need to adjust the strategy. We'll discuss honestly what the data shows and whether continuing makes sense.
- Do I have to scale up after 3 months?
- Absolutely not. There's zero obligation to continue or scale up. After three months, you'll decide based on the results. You can stop completely, continue at the same $50/month level, or scale up to a larger budget. It's entirely your decision. We'll share what the data shows and our honest recommendation, but there's no pressure whatsoever.
- What platform do you use - Google or Facebook?
- We choose the platform based on your business type and local market. Generally, Google Ads work well for businesses where customers actively search for services (plumbers, restaurants, salons, accountants). Facebook/Instagram ads work well for businesses with strong visual elements or when customers discover services while browsing. We research your market, analyze your competition, and make the recommendation in our proposal. You don't need to understand the platforms - we handle that strategic decision and explain our reasoning when we send your proposal.
- How much traffic will I actually get?
- Realistic expectations: at $50/month, you'll typically get 10-50 clicks to your website depending on your industry and competition. In less competitive markets or with lower cost-per-click keywords, you might get closer to 50 clicks. In competitive industries, you might get 10-20 clicks. That's not a ton of traffic, but it's enough to learn whether your ads are resonating and whether people are taking action when they visit your site. The goal is data, not volume.
- Do I need to have analytics installed?
- Yes, this is required. Without analytics, you won't know what happens after someone clicks your ad, which defeats the purpose of the test drive. Analytics shows you whether clicks turned into phone calls, form submissions, direction requests, or other valuable actions. If you don't have analytics installed yet, start with our analytics service first, then launch the paid ads test drive once tracking is in place.
- What happens if the results are great?
- Fantastic! If the data shows strong results - good click-through rates, reasonable cost per click, meaningful actions from visitors - we'll recommend scaling up. Depending on the results, that might mean increasing to $200/month, $500/month, or even $1,000+/month to drive significantly more traffic. We'll work with you to scale intelligently based on what the test drive taught us about your market.
- Can I cancel after 3 months?
- Yes, absolutely. The commitment is three months minimum to gather meaningful data. After that, you're free to stop anytime with no penalty or cancellation fees. If you want to stop after the trial, just let us know and we'll turn off the ads. Simple as that.
- Why no meetings required?
- This is designed to be completely hands-off for you. We do all the strategic work - choosing platforms, writing ads, optimizing performance - and deliver results via simple weekly email reports. You don't need to attend meetings, make decisions, or approve changes during the test. The only call is at the end of 3 months to review results and decide what to do next. This is the ultimate "set it and forget it" approach for busy business owners who want to test ads without the time investment.
- What if I have specific keywords I want to test?
- We'll include any specific requests in our proposal. When you submit the initial form, there's a space to tell us about specific keywords, audiences, or approaches you want us to consider. We'll factor your input into our research and recommendations. However, we make the final strategic decisions based on what we know works in your market - that's part of the hands-off value. We'll explain our reasoning in the proposal we send you.
Ready to See If Paid Ads Work for Your Business?
Stop wondering and start testing. For just $50/month over three months, you'll get real data from your market showing whether paid advertising deserves more of your marketing budget.
No long-term contracts. No surprise costs. No pressure to continue. Just honest exploration of what's possible for your business.
Here's what happens next:
- 1. Fill out the form below - Tell us about your business, your goals, and whether you have analytics installed
- 2. We build your proposal - Within 2 business days, you'll receive a complete ad strategy proposal via email
- 3. Approve and launch - Review the proposal (5 minutes), approve it, and we launch within 1 week
- 4. Weekly reports on autopilot - Simple, clear performance updates arrive via email or text automatically
- 5. Results review - After three months, we'll hop on a call to review results and decide next steps together
Start your test drive today. Learn what's possible for less than $2 per day.
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