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Here's an Idea: an analytics suite or plugin that ties user sessions with facebook, so that you can see that "John Doe" visited your site rather than visitor_123123. Anyone doing something like this?

don't know how to monetize but seems very cool.

Hey guys, wanted to get your feedback on my now working and out in the wild prototype. I think I'm at a good place with all the foundational pieces created.

Trying the bring the "dating website" experience to a local service provider directory. (it shows more once you're logged in). Simple, easy-to-use and personable.Currently its limited to just dogwalkers/pet services but eventually I would like to broaden the scope and support tutors, babysitters, photographers, artists, (see craiglist's services section). I'm also trying to create a deeper integration with facebook. Alot of these business work around a word-of-mouth network and I figure facebook is can be a natural extension of that. I think I'd be more inclined to use a dogwalker that I know my friends use.

On the business side, got a lot of ideas around a business model, the most obvious one to me seems like a paid subscription or lead generation. Still crunching spreadsheets on that one. Would like to get some real users and see what works first.

Also trying to come up with a sustainable traffic acquisition strategy. Link building? Any one have any ideas?It's challenging running a one man show doing design, code marketing, business analysis, marketing etc etc. Definitely a steep learning curve there which is probably why a lot of people recommend against it. Gonna soldier on for now.

So any tips on how I can do more with less? Any and all constructive criticism are welcome!

Thanks! pk