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   by markhall 15y ago

   Thanks gw666!
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   by markhall 15y ago

   Great point! I couldn't have agreed more. Thanks for the comments iSloth!
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   by markhall 15y ago

   Thanks delwin! Great points
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   Ask HN: What lessons you learned in 2011

   15 points by markhall 15y ago|9 comments
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   Ask HN: How to respond to investor questions about platform dependency

   1 points by markhall 15y ago|1 comments
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   by markhall 15y ago

   I would love to involve some social good, but I also would like to make it a profitable venture. I am a strong believer that the maximum value is created when creators/team members are incentivized (by profits) to continue the work even thr
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   by markhall 15y ago

   I have been getting some similar suggestions like this and it appears that its a popular one. I'm definitely thinking about how to use bar/club locators and reviews. My only concern is whether or not I can attract enough users/visitors to s
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   by markhall 15y ago

   Thanks aorshan! I definitely thought about the TFLN concept, but I think the idea may be overdone and not widespread enough for a niche audience of 21st birthdays. Regarding #2, I'm considering the best options to integrate it.
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   by markhall 15y ago

   Thanks kls for the great advice. I will definitely consider what you mentioned. My only concern is the sales force required to reach out to large bar-chains or liquor labels to secure a deal. I'm going to think about the best approach. Than
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    Ask HN: Need ideas for a project with good domain but minimal revenue

    3 points by markhall 15y ago|11 comments
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    8 Things To Love & Hate About Outsourcing Employees(mytwoandahalfcents.com)

    3 points by markhall 15y ago|0 comments
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Thanks abbasmehdi!
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Thanks staunch!
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    Ask HN: Need tips from startup founders about discussing employee salary/options

    7 points by markhall 15y ago|4 comments
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    by markhall 15y ago

    I built http://happy21stbirthday.com and received small income from advertisements/affiliate revenues. Basically it's a site catered to gifts/promotions/ideas about 21st birthdays (college kids especially) I haven't maintained it much lat
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Grooveshark: University of Florida
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    by markhall 15y ago

    As a non-tech founder, I can relate to your frustration. Trying tools like http://interviewstreet.com to test the extent/quality of code may better help you understand their skill level. Best of luck.
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    by markhall 15y ago

    I really like the idea. There may be some interesting challenges in terms of acquiring businesses to buy-in to the concept. There is definitely an opportunity there. Best of luck.
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    by markhall 15y ago

    That is a good point martey. I wasn't sure if there was a network that has figured out how to properly execute on this. I'm looking for the best way to increase conversion/monetary gain based on user data. Thanks for the comment.
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    Ask HN: Looking for ad network that shows ads based on user's Facebook info

    4 points by markhall 15y ago|3 comments
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    by markhall 15y ago

    I too would need an actual demo to see how to best accomplish what you are striving for. I think the concept seems very intriguing! Your video looks great too! Did you use any tool to create the intro video?
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Thanks Jay for your contributions to the HN community. I sent you an email. I would love to talk further about it. Thanks
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    Ask HN: Does my homepage need a "How It Works" video?

    1 points by markhall 15y ago|0 comments
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Thanks japhyr for the feedback. This is one area that we are still trying to determine the best approach for.
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Normally I just use the tools that my colleagues or mentors are using. Beyond that, things like Catchfree.com help. It is difficult for startups to figure out what is the best tool for them. If you can create a easy-to-use and well-designed
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Thanks GAgeek. I agree with a lot of what you mentioned and we are going to look into making some changes. Would you recommend us explicitly state what phrase will be posted on your wall. Regarding the email addresses, we listed like that t
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    by markhall 15y ago

    Thanks for the question. Regarding the "post on your wall," we definitely took into account the importance of what this statement may mean about the user. We decided to put an engaging phrase like "Are people using websites like jobzey.com
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    Ask HN: Please provide some honest feedback about my project

    5 points by markhall 15y ago|8 comments
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    by markhall 15y ago

    I agree that the designs look nice enough. I'm not sure exactly how interested I am just yet, but can you provide some concept of what you were looking for in terms of dollar amount? I may have a use for them with a current project I am wo
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    by markhall 15y ago

    I think that there a countless answers. I wrote about this exact topic some months back. http://www.businessinsider.com/when-is-a-startup-no-longer-a...