“here's an early mock up, but don't tell anyone...
New Design 1”
thats some openness showing a design ahead of time you dont see everyday.
I think you are right about forums attracting small businesses and large companies having the money to do other things, however it still doesnt account for hardly seeing reviews of site that then do make it big completely.
"Brave enough to ask for a review" - are you kidding? I would gladly review a site any of the regulars around here could suggest! so often I see spam sites submitted for a review that I just cringe when I look at. Mama C has been a breath of fresh air to see a site change and develop.
I also seem to get the impression some people are scared to mention or link to their site as they may attract unwanted attention...
right think I'll have to stick this in a new thread, might be going slightly off topic...