Have LOTS of money, LOTS of experience, and LOTS of content. Small paysites can still be successful if they are ultra niche, exclusive, and have good traffic sources. You're right, traffic is king, fortunately we have a lot of that ourselves. Alan is going the CybernetExpo to just have a good time and talk with people. We'll be at the one in fall in full force.
Conventions are pretty cool, great chance to relax, party, and talk to people.
I buy lots of content at conventions and it gives me a chance to talk to my suppliers about what new completely bizarre shit they need to make their models do next for us. I really think your site is quite good. Always a good read. MIX your programs, the summer slowdown is upon us and it's going to get worse. Those of you in JUST pay per signup programs are going to see a great drop in your income over the next few months.