What the social media algorithm actually rewards — and why kindness is a smarter response than you think.

What the social media algorithm actually rewards — and why kindness is a smarter response than you think.

What the social media algorithm actually rewards — and why kindness is a smarter response than you think.Sarah Edwards
Published on: 01/04/2026

Social media algorithms are designed to reward outrage. Here's what that means for small businesses and why kindness is the smarter strategy.

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