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This episode exposes the pitfalls of relying on Performance Max (PMAX) campaigns and misleading in-app ROAS metrics. Instead of letting Google’s AI dictate success, marketers must focus on real business health—profitability and growth. The discussion highlights PMAX’s limits for expansion, the importance of third-party attribution, and why agencies should educate clients before making disruptive changes. The key takeaway? Success isn’t about ROAS—it’s about actual profit. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Reflecting on Pre-PMAX Strategies 00:34 Educate Before You Disrupt: Client Communication 00:44 Performance Max vs. Standard Shopping 01:15 The Importance of Client's Bank Account Health 01:42 Challenges with Performance Max 02:46 Case Study: Agency Performance Evaluation 04:28 Measuring Business Health Over ROAS 06:35 Benchmarking and Scaling Strategies This is a clip from one of our You vs. Google Mastermind. 👉 Join our You vs. Google Mastermind to get exclusive access to weekly calls and Q&A sessions, insider resources and training, and a private Slack group: https://youvsgoogle.com/
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