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May 2024
22m 52s

Don't Be Evil: Google's Secret War

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Josh Bachynski, Host of the SEO + AI Show, talks about the little-known story of Google's secret war to uphold its famous motto, ‘Don't be evil’. For many years, Google was seen as a champion of the small business owner, prioritizing quality content and relevance over advertising budgets and brand recognition. But, it’s now nearly impossible to find a small mom and pop website in many searches, with big brands dominating the top results. Today, Josh discusses, Don't Be Evil: Google's Secret War. Show Notes

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