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The Cost of Chasing Virality

Handling the pressure to satisfy algorithms without sacrificing your authenticity

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Brock Covington
Dec 12, 2024
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Every content creator has felt the immense pressure of social media algorithms and viral trends. Algorithm has become the favorite buzzword for pseudo-digital marketers promising they understand the enigmatic, ever-shifting mechanics behind these social media conglomerates. In fact, there’s a flood of these videos trying to teach you the latest ‘hacks’ …

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