I think a fellow Steemian (@scaredycatguide if not mistaken) recently said that many came here for the money but have stayed because of the relationships. I think this is a great example of the potential STEEM has. It could be so much more in the long term. The ecosystem being created is quite impressive and with the changes coming soon (i.e. HF 20, hiveminds, SMTs, etc.); we could be in for quite a ride.