The Path to $100,000 ARR - What Flopped with Paid Ads

The Path to $100,000 ARR - What Flopped with Paid Ads

In this episode, Asher Herbstman and Thatcher Clough, co-founders of Clear30, share the journey of taking their app, Clear30, from idea to 6,000 weekly downloads, $8K MRR, and $100K ARR through subscription revenue.

They reveal how a broken onboarding flow nearly stalled growth—and the psychology-driven A/B tests that turned it around. You’ll also hear what worked (and what flopped) with paid ads, plus how they leveraged research partnerships and federal grants to fuel momentum.

Whether you’re an indie founder or scaling your own app, this conversation is packed with real-world lessons on user psychology, onboarding optimization, retention strategies, and sustainable growth that you can start applying today.

You will discover:

✅ How to spot and fix a broken onboarding flow

✅ AB test ideas that actually move the needle

✅ Psychology tactics to persuade and retain users

Learn More:

🌐 Website: https://clear30.org/

📲 App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/clear30-quit-smoking-weed/id6476418203

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Boost Your App's Conversion Rate with These 9 Proven Strategies

Boost Your App's Conversion Rate with These 9 Proven Strategies

In this interview with Paddle, we’ll discuss 9 proven strategies to optimize key areas like onboarding, pricing pages, and the checkout experience. Whether it’s improving your homepage or creating high-converting landing pages, these actionable tips are designed to help you turn visitors into paying users. Discover small tweaks that make a big impact and boost your app's success! This video is a webinar recording from Paddle's 2024 Happy Hour: https://www.paddle.com/events/happy-hour-2024 Learn more about Paddle: https://www.paddle.com/ Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: ⁠https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Want to drive organic traffic and expand your user base? ASOMobile gives you the best ASO tools to build a solid semantic core, optimize every detail of your app page, and attract more users. See what’s possible at asomobile.net ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

7 Des 202450min

Use This Formula to Scale Meta Ads (and Find a Unicorn Ad)

Use This Formula to Scale Meta Ads (and Find a Unicorn Ad)

In this video, we reveal the exact formula for scaling your Meta Ads from $500 to $20,000 a day and discovering that unicorn ad that skyrockets your results. 🚀 👉🏻 Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ How to build a robust creative testing process ✅ How to craft the perfect hook ✅ How to leverage key metrics to optimize performance We’ll also share strategies for analyzing competitor insights, collaborating with UGC creators, and structuring ad sets to identify winning ads and scale them effectively. Watch now to discover the step-by-step approach to creating high-converting ads and taking your campaigns to the next level! 🚀 Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: ⁠https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Looking to sell your app outside the app stores on the web? Use Paddle to manage your payments and reduce churn. No hefty app store fees and more money in your pocket. Check them out at Paddle.com ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

4 Des 20249min

This Recipe App's Onboarding Makes $200K a Month (and Converts at 20%)

This Recipe App's Onboarding Makes $200K a Month (and Converts at 20%)

In this Podcast we'll uncover for you the exact onboarding flow that's achieving an impressive 22% trial activation rate and generating over $200,000 a month! Learn these proven techniques to increase your trial activations. Watch now to see the breakdown and learn how to drive real revenue with a powerful onboarding strategy! Link to live stream with Ivy: https://www.youtube.com/live/H3NbHEucY8k?si=4993onfWMwDRzSjJ Link to the mentioned video: https://youtu.be/1c-NnSSd6Aw Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: ⁠https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Want to drive organic traffic and expand your user base? ASOMobile gives you the best ASO tools to build a solid semantic core, optimize every detail of your app page, and attract more users. See what’s possible at asomobile.net ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

27 Nov 20249min

App Store Optimization AMA for 2025

App Store Optimization AMA for 2025

App Masters is back to answer all your app store optimization questions going into the holiday season, Q5, and the new year. Topics Covered: - How to maximize your holiday promos using screenshots, CPPS, and in-app events - Are holiday-specific keywords worth going after? - The best way to maximize Q5 Use code APPMASTERS40 to get 40% off any plan with ASOMobile! 😎 https://asomobile.net/en Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: ⁠https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Looking to sell your app outside the app stores on the web? Use Paddle to manage your payments and reduce churn. No hefty app store fees and more money in your pocket. Check them out at Paddle.com ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

23 Nov 20241h 15min

How to Get Your First Subscribers: Advice for Indie Developers

How to Get Your First Subscribers: Advice for Indie Developers

Struggling to get your first app subscribers? In this episode, you will discover expert advice to help indie developers grow their apps from zero. Learn about actionable steps to attract subscribers, optimize your onboarding, and avoid common paywall mistakes. Start building a loyal user base today! Link to Adapty blog post: https://adapty.io/blog/how-to-get-your-first-subscribers/ Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: ⁠https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Looking to sell your app outside the app stores on the web? Use Paddle to manage your payments and reduce churn. No hefty app store fees and more money in your pocket. Check them out at Paddle.com ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

20 Nov 202417min

Gamification Secrets That Led to 20M Users

Gamification Secrets That Led to 20M Users

We're joined by Yves Benchimol, Co-Founder and CEO of WeWard, an app that rewards users for walking more. To date, WeWard has over 20 million users who walk an extra 24% more than before using the app. Yves built WeWard to tackle the growing challenges of a sedentary lifestyle by encouraging users to walk more while integrating gamification and cognitive science principles to keep them engaged. 👉 You’ll learn: -What metrics to prioritize during the first year of growth and how to measure success -Merging tech-driven gamification and cognitive science to influence user behavior -How apps can simultaneously prioritize profit, people, and the planet 🔔 Subscribe for more app marketing tips 👍 Like if you found this helpful, and share it with fellow developers! Learn More: https://www.wewardapp.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvesbenchimol You can also watch the video: https://youtube.com/live/pZpXGlj0Hhs Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Tired of App Store limitations? FunnelFox empowers mobile apps with web funnels that offer 100% attribution, low payment commissions, and higher subscription retention. Build and optimize your web funnel with a no-code builder, seamless payments, and A/B testing. Ready to boost your app’s revenue? Visit https://funnelfox.io/ to get started. ********************************************* We all have developer horror stories. From language barriers to bad code to developing on time. That's why I recommend using B7Dev.com. They are affordable, fast and more importantly trust worthy. Go to B7Dev.com. ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

16 Nov 202459min

Best Way to Leverage Apps Gone Free Campaigns (Part 2)

Best Way to Leverage Apps Gone Free Campaigns (Part 2)

In this podcast, we give you a quick rundown on how to create free lifetime offers for AppAdvice and Indie App Santa, plus tips on leveraging the impact of these campaigns. Get real data on the benefits of these campaigns and the best strategies to maximize their effectiveness. Watch now to learn the exact approach and to take your app to the next level! AppAdvice: https://appadvice.com/apps-gone-free Indie App Santa: https://linktr.ee/indieappsanta Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community:https://appmastersacademy.com/ Get your app audited:https://appmasters.com/audit/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Tired of App Store limitations? FunnelFox empowers mobile apps with web funnels that offer 100% attribution, low payment commissions, and higher subscription retention. Build and optimize your web funnel with a no-code builder, seamless payments, and A/B testing. Ready to boost your app’s revenue? Visit https://funnelfox.io/ to get started. ********************************************* We all have developer horror stories. From language barriers to bad code to developing on time. That's why I recommend using B7Dev.com. They are affordable, fast and more importantly trust worthy. Go to B7Dev.com. ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

13 Nov 20249min

How SocialAI Became a Viral Phenomenon

How SocialAI Became a Viral Phenomenon

In this interview, we explore the concept of Social AI, how it can be leveraged to build a successful app business, and what the future holds for this innovative technology. We’re joined by Michael Sayman, founder of Friendly Apps and creator of SocialAI, a groundbreaking AI-driven social network. Michael launched his first iPhone app at just 13 and has since made significant contributions to product innovation at organizations like Meta and Google. Today, as a leader in generative AI at Meta, he is shaping the future of digital connections across platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook. You’ll gain expert insights into Social AI and how to implement it in your app to enhance user engagement, increase retention, and drive monetization. 👉 You’ll learn: -Leveraging Social AI to boost user engagement and retention -The future of app marketing with generative AI -Implementing AI-driven features for meaningful user connections 🔔 Subscribe for more app marketing tips 👍 Like if you found this helpful, and share it with fellow developers! Learn More: https://socialai.co https://www.linkedin.com/in/sayman/ Study This Tweet to Go Viral: https://x.com/michaelsayman/status/1835841675584811239 You can also watch the video: https://youtube.com/live/a1gWC2MEKFg Book a consultation call: https://calendly.com/appmasters-alok/30min Work with us to grow your apps faster & cheaper: http://www.appmasters.com/ Get training, coaching, and community: https://appmastersacademy.com/ ********************************************* SPONSORS Tired of App Store limitations? FunnelFox empowers mobile apps with web funnels that offer 100% attribution, low payment commissions, and higher subscription retention. Build and optimize your web funnel with a no-code builder, seamless payments, and A/B testing. Ready to boost your app’s revenue? Visit https://funnelfox.io/ to get started. ********************************************* We all have developer horror stories. From language barriers to bad code to developing on time. That's why I recommend using B7Dev.com. They are affordable, fast and more importantly trust worthy. Go to B7Dev.com. ********************************************* Follow us: YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠ Instagram: ⁠@App Masters Twitter: ⁠@App Masters TikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠ Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠ *********************************************

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