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Awareness Level Framework

Target ads based on audience awareness

Problem it solves

weak market positioning

Best for

Businesses looking to create effective ad campaigns

Not ideal for

Small businesses with limited resources

Overview

Why this framework exists

The Awareness Level Framework is a structured approach to creating ads that target specific levels of audience awareness. It categorizes audiences into five levels: Most Aware, Product-Aware, Solution-Aware, Problem-Aware, and Completely Unaware. Each level requires a different type of ad hook and content to effectively resonate with the audience.

Core principles

3 total
  1. Target ads based on audience awareness level
  2. Use specific hooks and content for each awareness level
  3. Test and refine ad campaigns for optimal results

Steps

4 steps
  1. Identify Target Audience
    Determine the awareness level of the target audience. This can be done through market research, customer feedback, and analysis of existing ad campaigns.
    Pro tipUse customer surveys and focus groups to gain a deeper understanding of the target audience
    WarningIncorrectly identifying the target audience can lead to ineffective ad campaigns
  2. Choose Ad Hook
    Select a hook that resonates with the target audience based on their awareness level. For example, a Most Aware audience may respond to an offer-driven hook, while a Completely Unaware audience may respond to a curiosity-driven hook.
    Pro tipTest multiple hooks to determine which one performs best
    WarningUsing the wrong hook can result in low engagement and conversion rates
  3. Create Ad Content
    Develop ad content that aligns with the chosen hook and awareness level. This may include product demonstrations, testimonials, or educational content.
    Pro tipUse high-quality visuals and concise messaging to capture audience attention
    WarningLow-quality content can negatively impact ad performance
  4. Test and Refine
    Test the ad campaign and refine it based on performance data. This may involve adjusting the hook, content, or targeting parameters.
    Pro tipUse A/B testing to compare different ad variations
    WarningFailing to test and refine the ad campaign can result in wasted resources

Checklist

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Examples

2 cases
Weight Loss Shake Ad Campaign

A weight loss shake company used the Awareness Level Framework to create an ad campaign that targeted different awareness levels. The campaign included ads with hooks such as 'Lose 15 pounds in 30 days' and 'The hidden hormonal imbalance that's making 1 in 3 Americans gain weight'. The campaign resulted in a significant increase in sales and customer engagement.

OutcomeThe company saw a 25% increase in sales and a 50% increase in customer engagement.
Marketing Agency Ad Campaign

A marketing agency used the Awareness Level Framework to create an ad campaign that targeted different awareness levels. The campaign included ads with hooks such as 'Double your online sales in 6 months' and 'The unexpected way your business is losing $1000s each month in untapped revenue'. The campaign resulted in a significant increase in leads and client acquisitions.

OutcomeThe agency saw a 30% increase in leads and a 20% increase in client acquisitions.

Common mistakes

3 traps
Incorrectly Identifying Target Audience
Failing to accurately identify the target audience can lead to ineffective ad campaigns that fail to resonate with the intended audience.
Using the Wrong Hook
Using a hook that does not align with the target audience's awareness level can result in low engagement and conversion rates.
Low-Quality Ad Content
Using low-quality ad content can negatively impact ad performance and fail to capture audience attention.

Origin story

How this framework came to be

The framework was developed by Alex Hormozi as part of his $100M Playbook GOATed Ads. It is based on his experience creating effective ad campaigns for various businesses.

Source

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Source · BOOK
$100M Playbook GOATed Ads
Alex Hormozi · 2025
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