Insights Blog

Not every social media platform works for every business — and pretending they do is how ad budgets disappear fast. Understanding who actually uses each platform, and how they behave, makes a huge difference to advertising results. In this article, we break down the real demographics behind major social channels and explain which types of businesses tend to perform best on each, with a practical, no-nonsense approach suited to local, regional, and rural businesses.

After 20+ years working with paid advertising agencies in Australia and overseas, I’ve seen the same sales tactics repeat again and again. From pressure-based signups to minimal ongoing effort once you’re locked into a contract, many large agencies prioritise volume over real outcomes. This article breaks down what business owners should be aware of before committing their marketing budget. My advice for you.

Paid advertising services work best when it’s treated as a system, not a quick switch. This article explains why using multiple channels, mixing short-term wins with long-term content, and giving platforms like Google Ads time to learn leads to stronger, more consistent results - especially if you are new to that channel or haven't had much success there naturally.