Proof of Usefulness Report

Local Minded

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+4
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project appears to be a generic informational guide (lead magnet) for Google Business Profiles with no custom technology. The submission contains significant red flags, including verifiable falsehoods regarding traction ('most people have used my product') and misused terminology ('marketcap'). There is no evidence of the claimed 500,000 valuation or revenue. The reach claim of 'everyone' is unrealistic. Consequently, the project scores near zero due to lack of proof, exaggerated claims, and minimal innovation.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility0.25) × 0.5
Audience Reach Impact0.20) × 0.5
Technical Innovation0.15) × 0.5
Evidence Of Traction0.25) × 0.5
Market Timing Relevance0.10) × 0.5
Functional Completeness0.05) × 0.5
Subtotal+3.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+4

Project Details

Project URL
Description
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Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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