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You need to do this should you try creating a site next time. Your domain name really matters alot when it comes to getting traffic to your site. You domain must have keywords in them.

Word of mouth. Tell your friends,colleagues etc about your new website.
Using facebook
Social book marking site as well as
Online forums and place your signature under your post.

I hope this few steps will help you.