Starting a new project often feels like standing in front of a blank canvas. At aspired., we always tell our clients: if you don’t have hard data, formulate a hypothesis and start testing. Marketing isn't gambling; it’s experimentation.
Here is our process to get you moving without burning through your budget.
You know your business better than anyone. Even without campaign reports, you have intuition and product knowledge. That’s enough to set your first strategic hypothesis. Ask yourself: where does your customer go to solve their problem? If you sell emergency roof repairs, they’re probably searching Google. If you offer designer furniture, they’re likely scrolling Instagram for inspiration.
Check where your competitors are promoting themselves, but don't treat it as gospel. Just because an industry leader is on LinkedIn doesn't mean you have to be. They might have a massive branding budget, while you need immediate sales. Research should simply show you where your audience is already accustomed to seeing similar products.
In growth marketing, we don't get emotionally attached to ideas. A hypothesis is just an assumption that might turn out to be wrong. The key is reaction time.
Remember, every platform has its price. Cheap clicks from TikTok might look great, but if they don't convert into sales because your audience is just "browsing" rather than "buying," they end up being expensive in the long run. Always focus on the cost of acquiring a real customer, not just the cost of an impression.