As I've been saying since I joined, if you wouldn't write it for free, you shouldn't be writing it just to get paid. I don't say this because I don't think people should be compensated for what they do, I'm just saying that my feeling is that money being the only reason people are contributing to Steemit is a recipe for disaster.
I'm a new steemer. I am working on my intro and expect to post it this weekend. I've probably spent way too much time wording , and prepping it. I'm kind of a perfectionist that way. I was encouraged to start steemit by a freind who just got into it. He spouted praises constantly about the money that could be made, but I was more focused on the exposure to my store and a repressed desire to write creatively. Once I get rolling , I hope I'll be able to stop long enough to eat :-)
Excellent article, thank you for writing this. People seem to lose sight of the underlying principle that this platform represents. Most assuredly it has its flaws and undercurrent of manipulation from a number of sources... but let us all remember, nothing like this exists, this is a first. And all pioneering endeavors throughout history are fraught with difficulty and turmoil. Let us hope that these issues will simply be a small bump, remembered and learned from.
No pain..no gain.
Upvoted!
An excellent post, and every point you make is spot-on. Do the things mentioned in this article, and you will find your audience. With an audience success will come.
I have followers who I can almost always count on for an upvote, and sometimes a comment. In turn, I regularly go through the posts of the people I follow and upvote and comment on them.
I also go through the "new posts" section, usually once a day, and find some gems from authors here who are new (or new to me) and upvote the ones I find interesting. We often end up following each other.
Engagement is almost as important here as original, quality writing.
And, yes, for God's sake, don't get involved in the drama. Those posts can be amusing (and even informative) to read, but don't contribute to them. You don't want to risk your reputation. It's too hard to build, and too easily broken.
The Steemprentice channel on chat is an excellent resource. It wasn't around when I first started writing here, and I was left to figure out things on my own, including analyzing posts that did well, WHY they did well, who had hundreds of followers, HOW they got them, and even how to upload images to this site and cash out my Steem Dollars. I figured it all out on my own. If Steemprentice had been around then, the learning curve might not have been so steep. Thank goodness I'm already a working freelance writer (and have been for years), and know some basic HTML, or the curve would have been even steeper.
Make use of Steemprentice. They're here to help you, so you don't have to struggle to learn all of these things on your own.
Yes, @sykochica, I agree with @kryptik. Starting the group was a fantastic idea, and you deserve tons of kudos for it. It's helping a lot of new Steemers, and that is a good thing.
Also, @kryptik, I'm way out of the loop on modern pop culture and slang. I have no idea what the guy in your meme is trying to say. Lol! I can guess, but that's about it. Anyway, it's cool. I know you're a nice guy. :)
Thank you! I'm always tentative of touting myself to others, so the praise is very much appreciated and made me smile. :)
I'd love to have a little more financial support to reward the mentors for sacrificing their time and efforts. Even though it's not about the money it's nice to be able to give such rewards. Up to now the SD's have gone towards the mentees, specifically for those that are progressing their skills, but haven't had that first post that 'pops.'
I know what it's like to 'slip through the cracks,' especially when new here and how much little rewards can do to maintain motivations. Anyhoo, I'm babbling now, lol.
I couldn't agree more. I actually went back and re-read my introductory post, and I got that same feeling of cautious optimism and joy at having a platform to call my own. I also rekindled that excitement I felt at being a part of something brand new. This is great advice, man. Once again, you hit it out of the park.
I think it would provide a lot of value for people to go back and re-read their first post. It's a great way to feel optimistic and positive about things when you have doubts or are feeling jaded.
These groups are awesome ideas. They need more help and awareness from the community. I could care less if this post made a dime but I really want to see the community step up and help support these initiatives.
I wish I'd taken more time to look around the platform and learn the norms before posting my intro, I was just more concerned about the tech side and if I could post successfully. Then I saw articles and other intros topping $1000. Nonetheless one of my earliest posts is about staying on here because it's a free blog that is ad free, and that's a gift. I'm in it for the long haul even if the money side goes to rock bottom if for no other reason than to not pay webhosting on sites that are more creative than income producing for me. I forward three domains here now actually for different projects.
As I've been saying since I joined, if you wouldn't write it for free, you shouldn't be writing it just to get paid. I don't say this because I don't think people should be compensated for what they do, I'm just saying that my feeling is that money being the only reason people are contributing to Steemit is a recipe for disaster.
I agree.
Let's curb stomp that idea.
As long as we have support groups in place we're headed in the right direction.
Like your name by the way, I'm a Brandon as well lol.
Thanks for the read.
I'm a new steemer. I am working on my intro and expect to post it this weekend. I've probably spent way too much time wording , and prepping it. I'm kind of a perfectionist that way. I was encouraged to start steemit by a freind who just got into it. He spouted praises constantly about the money that could be made, but I was more focused on the exposure to my store and a repressed desire to write creatively. Once I get rolling , I hope I'll be able to stop long enough to eat :-)
Dang. I wrote my intro in about five minutes and only spell-checked it. That could explain things.
Need some help?
Join us in the chat in the #steemprentice channel.
I spent some time there last night and came away a bit less ignorant. I've definitely got a lot to learn and will be back.
Well, don't be a stranger man. I got your back.
Just like anything . You get out of it what you put in.
It's addicting. Don't be afraid to reach out for help. Come see your fellow steemians in the chats.
I don't mind an inbox.
Feel free to PM me your link when you're done. I'm always here to help.
Thank you. Will do
Excellent article, thank you for writing this. People seem to lose sight of the underlying principle that this platform represents. Most assuredly it has its flaws and undercurrent of manipulation from a number of sources... but let us all remember, nothing like this exists, this is a first. And all pioneering endeavors throughout history are fraught with difficulty and turmoil. Let us hope that these issues will simply be a small bump, remembered and learned from.
No pain..no gain.
Upvoted!
The only problems that exist here are created by us. We are both the hero and the villain.
If we can catch the issues like these early they can be comparmentalized and extinguished. I don't want to just survive here I want to thrive.
Thanks for the WONDERFUL comment. I'm following you just on that alone.
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I saw! I'm so pumped for that.
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An excellent post, and every point you make is spot-on. Do the things mentioned in this article, and you will find your audience. With an audience success will come.
I have followers who I can almost always count on for an upvote, and sometimes a comment. In turn, I regularly go through the posts of the people I follow and upvote and comment on them.
I also go through the "new posts" section, usually once a day, and find some gems from authors here who are new (or new to me) and upvote the ones I find interesting. We often end up following each other.
Engagement is almost as important here as original, quality writing.
And, yes, for God's sake, don't get involved in the drama. Those posts can be amusing (and even informative) to read, but don't contribute to them. You don't want to risk your reputation. It's too hard to build, and too easily broken.
The Steemprentice channel on chat is an excellent resource. It wasn't around when I first started writing here, and I was left to figure out things on my own, including analyzing posts that did well, WHY they did well, who had hundreds of followers, HOW they got them, and even how to upload images to this site and cash out my Steem Dollars. I figured it all out on my own. If Steemprentice had been around then, the learning curve might not have been so steep. Thank goodness I'm already a working freelance writer (and have been for years), and know some basic HTML, or the curve would have been even steeper.
Make use of Steemprentice. They're here to help you, so you don't have to struggle to learn all of these things on your own.
Just kidding.
I agree. I had to learn most on my own and I reached out in the chats for help. Luckily a few great people helped me out.
The diversity at steemprentice is great. We really have all bases covered.
@sykochica deserves an award for starting the group.
Thank you! *blush
Yes, @sykochica, I agree with @kryptik. Starting the group was a fantastic idea, and you deserve tons of kudos for it. It's helping a lot of new Steemers, and that is a good thing.
Also, @kryptik, I'm way out of the loop on modern pop culture and slang. I have no idea what the guy in your meme is trying to say. Lol! I can guess, but that's about it. Anyway, it's cool. I know you're a nice guy. :)
Thank you! I'm always tentative of touting myself to others, so the praise is very much appreciated and made me smile. :)
I'd love to have a little more financial support to reward the mentors for sacrificing their time and efforts. Even though it's not about the money it's nice to be able to give such rewards. Up to now the SD's have gone towards the mentees, specifically for those that are progressing their skills, but haven't had that first post that 'pops.'
I know what it's like to 'slip through the cracks,' especially when new here and how much little rewards can do to maintain motivations. Anyhoo, I'm babbling now, lol.
Thank you @stephmckenzie :)
@kryptik Loved the part "I bring popcorn not a pitch fork" great post!
Great post. Couldn't resist to resteem, cheers.
Tim
I couldn't agree more. I actually went back and re-read my introductory post, and I got that same feeling of cautious optimism and joy at having a platform to call my own. I also rekindled that excitement I felt at being a part of something brand new. This is great advice, man. Once again, you hit it out of the park.
I think it would provide a lot of value for people to go back and re-read their first post. It's a great way to feel optimistic and positive about things when you have doubts or are feeling jaded.
Great comment as always!
I very much enjoyed reading this. Self-pitying steemit suicide note, spot on and a tad funny all wrapped into one.
Glad you enjoyed it!
These groups are awesome ideas. They need more help and awareness from the community. I could care less if this post made a dime but I really want to see the community step up and help support these initiatives.
How did you feel when you first came to SteemIt?
I wish I'd taken more time to look around the platform and learn the norms before posting my intro, I was just more concerned about the tech side and if I could post successfully. Then I saw articles and other intros topping $1000. Nonetheless one of my earliest posts is about staying on here because it's a free blog that is ad free, and that's a gift. I'm in it for the long haul even if the money side goes to rock bottom if for no other reason than to not pay webhosting on sites that are more creative than income producing for me. I forward three domains here now actually for different projects.
You know, I've never even thought about that angle.
That's a really awesome idea.
I lurked for a couple days before I made the leap. I remember thinking, "should I?".
I'm glad I did. You know for years I was on Reddit and didn't say two words. Bring me here and I can't shut up.