while i agree that these accounts would be pretty incredible advertising if they share positive experiences with steem on their other platforms, i think one large chunk is missing from this dialogue. that is the power of networking. as it stands, NO one, unless they have pretty good connections from the start (there's that old circle jerk thing again), does well unless they connect. that is the entire ethos of steem land as it stands today. a lot of people think they can come here and make big bucks off the bat, but that is not how this ecosystem works. were it a perfect world, the best content would get the most money, but of course that's not "the way it works."

i think telling people when they sign up here that the power is in your community AND your content will go a long way. people are still posting like lone wolves wondering why they don't make any money on their posts. you must be a pack animal if you would succeed on steem, and i'm not talking about vicious circle jerking. i'm talking about being active in a number of communities AND showing support for others (who have nothing to give back to you)-- that's a true community member. We need leaders for newbies. I know it might not be "economically viable" for those who have large holdings, but it is rewarding, retains users, and ultimately then increases the value of steem and our community.