We tried this for awhile, but it did not show for back links, nor, much human traffic. However, our company is business service oriented. So, for back links it is not worth the effort. However, if...

I agree with above, so long as you are NOT using both domains and pointing the the same site.

SEO your site, create RUC (Readable unique content) and RLP (Relevant link popularity). Be patient and always be creating RUC and RLP. :)

Yes, use Google Webmaster tools and be patient. Google does not show ALL back links that it actually counts.

Be sure to check your Yahoo backlinks as well.

The approach you mention above does sound like spam. However, back links in blogs are OK. Best approach is to create LINK BAIT, which is GREAT CONTENT on YOU SITE that BLOGGERS WANT to link to.
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