Welcome to the seventeenth day of the May 30 days writing challenge. If you don't know what this challenge is about, please have a look at the introductory post. Also, at the end of each article I will post the links to all the posts in the challenge (if you're joining the challenge, I encourage you to do the same). Also, if you join, don't forget to tag your post with #challenge30days and also leave a comment with the link of your post, so I can evaluate if you're one of the 3 lucky Steemians that will get a full upvote from me.

If There Will Be No Money Paid On Steemit, Would You Still Be Around?

I know it's a tough question to ask. Believe me, it's tough for me as well. I am no hypocrite and I am totally open about the fact that one of the biggest incentives for me to be on Steemit is financial. But it's not the only incentive.

I'm also here because, well, curiosity. I honestly think curiosity is highly underrated in our modern world. The desire to explore, to experiment and to just dive in new processes is something that I consider highly rewarding in and by itself, regardless of any material recompense.

So, the short answer for me is: yes, I will still be here.

But the long answer is a bit more complex. My writing patterns will probably change and I will be less involved, as a witness. One of the things that are often overlooked about witnesses is the fact that they are actually securing the network. It's not like they are "out there doing something" and you could just go on posting, commenting and upvoting without them being around. If witnesses will not do their job, there will be no Steemit. Period. I truly think this should be emphasized way more than it is now.

As the network grows, being a witness requires more and more hardware and work hours. It's a full time job and a very healthy approach towards a full time job is that it should produce money (that's a very hard lesson I learned, as an entrepreneur). So, without the financial compensation, I would probably lower my expenses as well.

Of course, if I could just afford the hardware, hosting and working hours, I would probably keep it just like it is now.

And another thing that will probably change will be that I will not post that often.

But, like I said, the short answer is still "Yes, I would still be around".

So, what's your take on this one? Would you still be around if there will be no payment for your posts? Leave a link to your post in the comments so I can check it out.

Previous Posts In The Challenge

• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Sixteen: Where Do You See Yourself On Steemit In 5 years?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Fifteen: How Many Posts Per Day Do You Write? Why?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Fourteen: What’s Your Favorite Writing Topic? Why?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Thirteen: Name Top 3 Favorite Cities That You Want To Live In. Why?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Twelve: What Crypto Asset Will Dominate The Market In 5 Years?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Eleven: What’s More Important For Steemit Right Now: Smart Media Tokens or Hivemind?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Ten: What’s Your Favorite Morning Drink: Coffee, Tea, Water, Juice? Why?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Nine: Where Do You See Steemit In 5 Years?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Eight: What’s Your Most Consistent Hobby For The Last 5 Years?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Seven: Name 3 Things That Must Be Done Immediately To Make Steemit.com A Better Experience
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Six: What Is Your Main Reason For Staying On Steemit?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Five: What Are The Top 5 Crypto Assets You’re Investing In Now?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Four: What Are The Top 5 Most Relevant Witnesses On Steemit? Why?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Three: What’s The Best Thing That Happened To You Because Of Steemit?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day Two: If You Will Get 1000 STEEM Tomorrow, What Would You Do With It?
• May 30 Days Writing Challenge - Day One: How Did You Get On Steemit?
• Announcing May 30 Days Writing Challenge: Strengthening The Steemit Community

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I'm a serial entrepreneur, blogger and ultrarunner. You can find me mainly on my blog at Dragos Roua where I write about productivity, business, relationships and running. Here on Steemit you may stay updated by following me @dragosroua.

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