Proof of Usefulness Report

CoLaborator

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

-6
Proof of Usefulness Score
Lab Mode

The submission for CoLaborator describes a conceptual 'business model' rather than a functional technology product. Critical red flags were identified, most notably the contradictory claim that 'most people have used my product' despite the project being in an 'early-stage proof of concept' phase. Web searches yielded no digital footprint for the company or the described platform. The submission lacks a defined target audience ('everyone'), technical details, or verifiable team information. Due to the presence of misleading claims and lack of tangible evidence, the score is penalized to reflect a lack of viability.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+0
Audience Reach Impact+0
Technical Innovation+0
Evidence Of Traction+0
Market Timing Relevance+0
Functional Completeness+0
Subtotal-6
Usefulness Multiplierx0.96
Final Score-6

Project Details

Project URL
thecolaborator.com
Description
CoLaborator, Inc. is not just a company but a business model for the future. We have coined the term \"CoLaborator\" to mean, one who partners with entrepreneurs to provide LABOR in return for equity, in an attempt to limit the dependence on investors.\n\nThe long-term goal for Colaborator, Inc. is to partner with, acquire, and build at least 50 revenue generating businesses that collectively generate tens of millions of dollars in annual revenue in preparation for a LARGE future exit event like a sale or an IPO.\n\nCoLaborator, Inc. is an early-stage startup in proof of concept stage. We are beta testing a number of new concepts.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Investing, Business Development, Entrepreneurship
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Early stage requiring focused development
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline