I couldn't agree more, learning from the mistakes of others is far better than learning from experience. And this makes the question in the ending part of this write-up a reflective one. Concerning what works and what doesn't works, and how to be successful whether on Steemit or in real life, to me, an individual still has a greater stake and role to play in the ultimate determinants of things and outcomes.
Well done, this was another amazing piece.