Questions Businesses Ask About Paid Advertising
How much should a small business spend on Google Ads?
There is no universal budget. A sensible starting point depends on search demand, competition, customer value, geographic targeting, conversion rates and how many enquiries the business can realistically handle.
Is Google Ads or Meta Ads better for lead generation?
They work differently. Google Ads can capture people actively searching for a solution, while Meta Ads can reach defined audiences based on campaign objectives and targeting. The appropriate platform depends on the business and how customers make decisions.
Why am I getting clicks but no leads?
Possible causes include poor targeting, weak messaging, an unclear offer, an ineffective landing page, slow website experience, form friction or a mismatch between the advertisement and what visitors find after clicking.
Why are my Meta Ads generating cheap but poor-quality leads?
Low cost per lead does not necessarily mean high-quality acquisition. Lead quality can be affected by targeting, campaign objectives, creative, qualification questions, offer positioning and follow-up.
How long does Google Ads take to start generating leads?
Campaigns can begin receiving traffic shortly after becoming active, but meaningful performance evaluation requires sufficient data. Results depend on factors such as search volume, competition, targeting, budget, offer and conversion experience.
What is a good cost per lead?
There is no single “good” cost per lead. A useful CPL depends on the value of a customer, lead-to-sale rate, sales capacity, margins and other acquisition costs. For example, a ₹1,000 lead may be expensive for one business and inexpensive for another.
Should I run Google Ads and Meta Ads together?
They can complement each other when each platform has a defined role. Google can capture existing demand, while Meta can help reach and influence relevant audiences. The decision should be based on the customer journey and economics rather than simply using more channels.
Do I need a landing page for Google Ads?
Not always, but a dedicated landing page can be useful when the campaign has a specific audience, offer or conversion objective. The page can be designed around the exact intent behind the advertisement rather than sending every visitor to a generic homepage.
How do I know whether my advertising is actually profitable?
You need to connect advertising data with business outcomes. Depending on the business, this may involve tracking qualified leads, sales, customer acquisition cost, revenue and customer value, not just clicks or impressions.
How can I reduce my cost per lead?
Lowering CPL isn't necessarily the goal. First identify whether the existing leads are valuable. Improvements can come from better targeting, messaging, creative, offers, landing pages, conversion tracking and campaign optimisation.