Proof of Usefulness Report

Fisherman

Analysis completed on 1/21/2026

+312
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Fisherman (gofisherman.com) is a verified, funded startup (raised ~$1M in 2021) providing automated web services for SMBs, specifically restaurants. While the underlying business is legitimate with ~1,000 verified customers and a significant team size (claimed 71), the submission itself is of very low quality, containing hyperbolic falsehoods (e.g., 'most people have used my product', audience 'everyone'). The score reflects the solid reality of the business (comparable to the calibration benchmark) but is heavily penalized for the unreliable and lazy submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+150.0
Audience Reach Impact+20.0
Technical Innovation+75.0
Evidence Of Traction+37.5
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+367.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+312

Project Details

Project URL
gofisherman.com
Description
Millions of small business owners around the world do not have the resources to hire a custom web/marketing agency or the technical ability to build something effective themselves. Fisherman is on a mission to democratize the internet for local businesses by building the No Effort Web, cutting-edge technology that automatically creates \u0026 operates their entire online presence. We’ve quickly grown to over 1,000 customers throughout the US and Canada, and we’re hiring stellar folks to join our early-stage startup.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
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