Can You Really Run Ads on a Small Budget? What $10/Day Actually Gets You

You've probably told yourself you can't afford to run ads.Or maybe you've convinced yourself that small budgets don't work and you need thousands of dollars a month to see any kind of results.So you're grinding away at organic content instead. Posting constantly. Fighting the algorithm. And watching other businesses grow faster than you.But what if I told you small budgets can actually work? You just need to know what's realistic for the money you have.In this episode, I'm answering the question I get asked more than any other: "How much do I actually need to spend on ads to see results?"I'm walking you through what's possible at different budget levels, the one mistake that will burn through your money fast, and how to know if you're actually ready to invest or if you should wait.Plus, I'm sharing real numbers from my clients so you can see what budgets real businesses are spending a month and how that actually looks in practice.If you've been sitting on the sidelines because you think you can't afford ads, this episode is for you!Enjoying the podcast? Follow In the EllaMents on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss anything. New episodes drop every other Monday!If you enjoyed this episode and want to stay connected beyond the podcast, I’d love to have you on my email list.I send 2–4 emails a month where I share honest thoughts on marketing, motherhood, and building a business that actually fits your real life — encouragement, clarity, and things I don’t always share on social media. I also share when new podcast episodes are live, so you never miss a conversation.You can join the list here.You can also find me on Instagram at @socialellaments, where I share behind-the-scenes moments and continue the conversation.Thanks for being here — I’m really glad you’re listening.