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2025 Lower Price Floors YT

Ad tech vendors often warn publishers: “Don’t lower your price floors.” But what if that advice is holding you back from seeing your true demand curve?

In this video, I explain why starting lower isn’t about giving away value—it’s about uncovering hidden demand, attracting new buyers, and making data-backed decisions that maximize long-term yield. You’ll learn:

Why “optimal” floors from vendors may not align with your definition of success

How first-price auctions have changed the dynamics of bidding and floors

The overlooked benefit of discovery—for both publishers and advertisers

How to run…

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