Brainstorm new business models for directories

Discussion in 'Directories' started by jmort732, Apr 26, 2007.

  1. #1
    Hi All,
    With the latest "paid links" Matt Cutts thing (see here) it has reaffirmed to me that new business models for directories should be explored.

    Now I know that Matt's post says that they are testing things out, but if it comes to fruition it could really hurt the directory business.

    So my question to the directory community is what are viable options for being compensated that wouldn't get hit by this?
    For example,
    Would taking a "review" fee cut the mustard?
    Asking for donations?

    If we as a community figure something out, and incorporate same model all together, then our customers will be less likely to get scared off with a new model...

    Any thoughts???
     
    jmort732, Apr 26, 2007 IP
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