Proof of Usefulness Report

Series B Consulting

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+41
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission highlights a legitimate consulting background with verifiable assets (book 'Scaling for Success', 'People Leader Accelerator'). However, the proposed software project is in the idea/stealth stage with no technical implementation or co-founder. The PoU score is heavily penalized by hyperbolic and inaccurate claims in the submission form (e.g., audience is 'everyone', traction is 'most people have used my product'), which contradict the niche B2B reality of the business.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+17.50
Audience Reach Impact+3.00
Technical Innovation+1.50
Evidence Of Traction+5.00
Market Timing Relevance+7.00
Functional Completeness+0.50
Subtotal+34.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.18
Final Score+41

Project Details

Project URL
seriesbconsulting.com
Description
25+ years in HR. Wrote a book about the management practices necessary to successfully grow. https://www.scalingforsuccessbook.com/ Started an executive education program for high-growth HR leaders. https://www.peopleleaderaccelerator.com/ Now, building a software product to help HR and business leaders more effectively manage remote workers. Still in stealth - looking for technical cofounder.

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