The bigger issue I think that needs to be addressed is that Upvote Services are affecting how the sorting algorithm works, as you already know. I feel, as a minnow, that there is a massively uneven playing field for minnows, especially who do not yet know that Upvote Services are basically a must to get your content seen at all on Steemit.

This causes the situation where tons of newer users to leave before they can even get a chance to grow. I think a better solution would be to have a revamp of the 'Promoted' platform where there would be a more appropriate way fro minnows to have their content seen.

I have written and in-depth proposal on the revamp of the 'Promoted' platform which I believe will aid in the overall growth of Steemit.

If you are interested you can find it here :

Proposal for New 'Promoted' Function