Unless readers are academics - researching for facts; or reporters that simply rehash events laced with opinions; people always gravitate to, and are captivated by Good Storytelling.
That's where both the writer and the reader make a connection.
I have been on Steemit for a little over 2 months, and most of it out of town, but still I am learning much about how it works. The one thing needed, I think, is to make it simple for people to understand so many more will join. Yes, it is good to have super brains running things, but for most who want to connect with others, it is best for them to feel comfortable with knowing all is running smoothly. Perhaps, like investing in a mutual fund, where there is a specialist doing the work for you on the various alternatives available.
It is difficult to explain the monetization of social media platforms; much less the cryptocurrency that fuels the whole Steem ecosystem in the background.
In my experience, to attract new Steemians, I simply pose these quick questions:
What do you prefer, giving your time and energy for free to Fakebook, RED-it or Instaflam; where THEY monetize your efforts?
Or would you enjoy getting rewarded - no matter how small the amount, initially - for doing exactly the same thing you're doing now for free?
Anyway, thanks for taking the time to reply.
Namaste (my prefered definition of "Namaste": I recognize the divine in you, my friend),
JaiChai
P.S.
Think "meritocracy" and "complete economy" and you begin to understand the benefit-ratio reward system of the Steemit platform. And BTW, I haven't been a Steemian very long either. I am just a guy who is Fakebook averse and spent a lot of time in the cryptocurrency and disruptive technology space.
Sir,
Spot on. You hit the nail squarely on the head.
Unless readers are academics - researching for facts; or reporters that simply rehash events laced with opinions; people always gravitate to, and are captivated by Good Storytelling.
That's where both the writer and the reader make a connection.
Result?
Reciprocal joy.
Imagine that?
Upvoted your comment and following you now.
Namaste,
JaiChai
I have been on Steemit for a little over 2 months, and most of it out of town, but still I am learning much about how it works. The one thing needed, I think, is to make it simple for people to understand so many more will join. Yes, it is good to have super brains running things, but for most who want to connect with others, it is best for them to feel comfortable with knowing all is running smoothly. Perhaps, like investing in a mutual fund, where there is a specialist doing the work for you on the various alternatives available.
I totally empathize.
It is difficult to explain the monetization of social media platforms; much less the cryptocurrency that fuels the whole Steem ecosystem in the background.
In my experience, to attract new Steemians, I simply pose these quick questions:
What do you prefer, giving your time and energy for free to Fakebook, RED-it or Instaflam; where THEY monetize your efforts?
Or would you enjoy getting rewarded - no matter how small the amount, initially - for doing exactly the same thing you're doing now for free?
Anyway, thanks for taking the time to reply.
Namaste (my prefered definition of "Namaste": I recognize the divine in you, my friend),
JaiChai
P.S.
Think "meritocracy" and "complete economy" and you begin to understand the benefit-ratio reward system of the Steemit platform. And BTW, I haven't been a Steemian very long either. I am just a guy who is Fakebook averse and spent a lot of time in the cryptocurrency and disruptive technology space.