https://page2pod.com - In this episode of the Page 2 Podcast, Akvile DeFazio of AKvertise shares her incredible journey from working in physical therapy clinics to becoming a powerhouse in social media advertising — including the wild story of how saying “no” got her dinner with Richard Branson.

Akvile breaks down her tactical playbook for scaling social ad campaigns, leveraging AI tools for efficiency, building a boutique agency without sacrificing personal client touch, and choosing platforms like Reddit, TikTok, and Meta for different business goals. You’ll also learn how she rotates creatives, optimizes video content for attention, and when it’s time to say no to a client.

Whether you're a small business owner or running campaigns for global brands, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

📌 In This Episode (📱)

• How a gutsy “no” led to dinner with Richard Branson
• The shift from physical therapy to digital marketing
• Building a lifestyle agency without traditional scaling
• Why Akvile prioritizes video ads and how to hook viewers in 3 seconds
• Using AI tools like Julius.ai and ChatGPT to gain back time
• When to say no to underpaying clients — and how that can work out
• Best ad types and creative testing strategies
• TikTok, Reddit, and Meta Ads — what works where and why
• Why B2B leads are now cheaper on Facebook
• Creative fatigue: how to spot it and fix it
• Planning for a future of AI-driven campaigns

Discover how a creative and scientific mind finds balance in paid social — and why personalization and gut instinct still win the day.

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💬 Comment below: Have you ever said no to a client — and it worked in your favor? We’d love to hear your story!

📎 Mentioned Links & Resources: 

• Akvile DeFazio on Linkedin
• Akvile DeFazio on X
• Akvile DeFazio on Threads
• AKvertise Official Website
• Digital Tools for Social Media Marketers & Advertisers
• Jasper (AI copywriting tool)
• Julius AI (AI-powered data analysis)
• Rose.ai (data & spreadsheet AI tool)
• Company Of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Akvile's Journey

03:09 The Bucket List Experience with Richard Branson

06:06 Transitioning from Physical Therapy to Digital Marketing

09:01 Building a Lifestyle Business in Digital Marketing

11:58 Leveraging AI Tools for Efficiency

15:05 Consulting as a Business Model

17:58 Launching Digital Products for Small Businesses

20:55 Best Practices for Video Marketing

23:56 Creating Effective Video Content

27:02 Testing AI Tools in Advertising

28:48 Exploring Ad Features and Options

31:01 Testing Strategies for Effective Advertising

34:51 Understanding Ad Fatigue and Creative Cycling

39:26 Advertising on Reddit: Strategies and Insights

41:25 Navigating TikTok Advertising Challenges

43:13 B2B Advertising Trends and Insights

45:19 Key Metrics for Evaluating Ad Performance

46:58 The Future of Advertising: Automation and AI

52:51 Predictions for Successful Ads in the Future

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