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What Don’t You Trust About SEO? ... and Why? 21 Replies Thus Far
SEO News Source: http://www.linkedin.com
Published: Jun 25, 2008 - 07:53 am
Story Found By: dedmond29 1430 Days ago
Category: SEO
There are many examples of genuine disdain being expressed for SEO on LinkedIn. Why? Interesting read through (right now) 21 responses on why there is distrust or people have commentary on SEO practices via LinkedIn Answers. What do you think?
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from NickWilsdon 1430 Days ago #
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Unique way of getting some fresh opinions from outside the usual circles. Liked it.

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from dedmond29 1430 Days ago #
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I found it interesting because there are a lot of different opinions and perspectives, even within the 21 responses thus far (believe it is at 23 now).  At the least, it showcases pain points people are feeling who are on the outside, looking in.

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from DarkMatter 1430 Days ago #
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funny how so many of them seem to think Google manipulates organic results to force people into Adwords.

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from cre8pc 1429 Days ago #
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I feel depressed after reading the responses!  Only one person came close to pointing out that SEO alone will not save the world.  Some of the responses seemed contrived just so they could link drop their own sites.  One so called advertising person couldn’t spell.  Another still submits to Lycos and Alta Vista??? !!!All that aside, what’s clear is the perception of SEO/M has been severely damaged by con’s and those companies who cold call and spam to get business by making promises they can’t keep.

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from DaveN 1429 Days ago #
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so so sad, I have started comparing Seo Consultants to good Lawyers, a lawyer can never guarantee that he will win, but can guarantee that he knows the Law and and has a proven track record. I mean in the UK if i need a lawyer i would research what kind and track record and what it’s going to cost to give me the best chance of winning, what I don’t do is pick a Lawyer that emails me .. DUI caught with a bottle of beer at the wheel, we can get you off !! 100% Guarantee ..People ask me how I advertise for clients I don’t ... if they need me they find me simple as thatDaveN

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from toddmintz 1429 Days ago #
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Lots of ignorance in that thread from seemingly smart people.

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from Erika 1429 Days ago #
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There should be a "Flag answer as... annoying/stupid/painfully inaccurate" option on there.

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from johnandrews 1429 Days ago #
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Classic example of SEO discussions in the wild. No familiar (to me) names commenting. Commenters whose profiles say they are both CEO of an online company and a musician. One  boasts of being a "Top Linked" person who also "accepts all invitations"... blah blah blah. Credibility is so last year.

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from yojpotter2 1429 Days ago #
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Nice insights! a new way to look things in different prospective.

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