332: Your Ads Manager ROAS is the Wrong Metric

332: Your Ads Manager ROAS is the Wrong Metric

Author: Susan Bradley: E-commerce Expert August 11, 2026 Duration: 43:58

Ever look at your Meta ads dashboard and think, "My ROAS is great…so why is my Shopify data telling a different story?"

Here's the problem: Meta wants you to believe every sale is because of your ad. But that's not the whole story.

Today I'm talking with Cathy Hayhurst, our marketing director and ads coach, about our brand new Traffic Bootcamp training. It's all about creating a solid system for getting top quality traffic to your site at a price you can afford, so you can build up to long term sales and profit you can count on.

Here's what you'll learn:

 

  • Why your ROAS number is only half the story, and which metrics you need to be watching to know if the traffic you're getting is actually good.

  • How to start testing small (with a budget of just $120), and how to know when it's time to scale.

  • How to avoid the money pit of paid ads.

Your paid ads strategy should be just one piece of a much larger puzzle. This episode will show you exactly how to leverage them to support your business, not run it.

 

RELATED LINKS:

Why you're not getting Sales - it's NOT your Conversion Rate https://www.thesocialsalesgirls.com/blog/why-youre-not-getting-sales-episode-323

How to get your first sale from Meta ads in 90 Days https://www.thesocialsalesgirls.com/blog/how-to-get-your-first-sale-from-meta-ads-in-90-days-episode-321

Growing your sales: what you must know first https://www.thesocialsalesgirls.com/blog/growing-your-sales-what-you-must-know-first-episode-261

The 'Marketing First' Strategy That Grew This Business to 4.6M Views https://www.thesocialsalesgirls.com/blog/the-marketing-first-strategy-that-grew-this-business-to-4-6m-views-episode-257

 


Susan Bradley has spent years navigating the twists and turns of online retail, and in The Ecommerce Roadmap, she shares that hard-won expertise directly with you. This isn't about vague theory; it's a practical guide built from the ground up for Shopify store owners who are tired of guesswork. Each episode pulls back the curtain on real stores, dissecting what actually moves the needle for growth and profitability. You'll hear a data-driven blend of overarching strategy and the specific, actionable tactics you can implement immediately. The focus is always on building a business with predictable, profitable sales, not just fleeting traffic. As an e-commerce expert, Susan structures every conversation to cut through the noise, offering clear direction whether you're just starting out or looking to scale an established brand. Tune into this podcast for honest conversations that feel like consulting with a trusted advisor, all aimed at providing you with a reliable map for your unique journey in online commerce.
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