Awesome explanation Asher! Its so great to walk through the numbers and see what we all know to be true.
The answer to your question is it depends on your purpose of being here. You are stupid if you think this platform is going to be just another failed experiment that ends up like Myspace. If that's the case, taking the money and running is the solution.
But if you believe this is the place that will eventually surpass the corporate driven likes of facebook, youtube, and instagram; then you are not stupid but brilliant. The funny thing people should be asking themselves is "why am I here?".
If it is to make a quick buck, then you are wasting your time. There is no way to live off the scraps that we get right now with STEEM so high in price.
If it is to spend your time and invest your efforts into building a community, then you will be not stupid, but a hero if the people at the top ever figure it out.
They need you (and your awesome followers), they just haven't realized yet how important you and your fellow delegators (for free) are yet.
In my opinion, they will learn when the "hot money" comes out of the crypto space. I think it will happen someday soon too. Then they will realize that they may "lose it all" if they don't figure out how to take care of the little guys too.
ps... You can add @simplymike to your list with a nice 100SP delegation to @friendsofgondor!
Thanks Dave
I shall add @simplymike to the list right away...
OK, that's done. Thanks for the tagline comp. by the way, hope we see some action there!
The numbers help show I guess what a sacrifice it is. As you know, I don't ask for votes, and if the delegatee thinks my post isn't worth a vote, I don't expect one just because!
Building communities is the key, building people up around you as we've spoken about before - setting as many people free as possible, together - I hear it's a lonely place alone.
Thank you for continually wafting my name in front of the big players, maybe when the SBD price resets, they may come looking for the curation approach again.
Thank you for all you do, a flying start you've had and carrying many newbies along too!
Awesome on adding @simplymike!
And you're welcome on the tagline competition and I'm sure we will see some good action ;). I don't think I was clear though in my post because we also have a logo contest too with @beeyou, if you haven't seen it (Click here)
I agree with you completely about building communities and I am so glad that you opened up your community to us. We are starting to blend together in so many ways and I think the bonds get stronger by the day!
Yes the price of STEEM and SBD are the keys that will change the way of thinking (imho). Right now it is something they are not worried about, but when the reset comes they will learn how valuable you and your ideas really are. The people we work with should stay patient and just keep doing what they do best which is engagement! It will pay off big if certain things go right!
You're welcome of course, but its the least we can do for you. You have welcomed us with open arms and given a lift to so many! I'm glad we can all work together! :)
Earlier today, I read this post by @spiritualmax on how free delegations are still a little bit selfish. It was an interesting read.
Top 3 Selfish Reasons to Delegate: Help Someone, Help Yourself!
Yay @simplymike! That is generous of you to delegate SP to the @friendsofgondor account.
You know, I see a lot of paying it forward gestures with our newbieresteemday members. Not that I'm bragging or anything..... Ok, just a bit. :)
Its ok to brag on your teammates, that's what cheerleaders do!!! ;) and check out @simplymike's cheer above ... :)
I will go read it... I like @spiritualmax and he has a killer idea about bringing all the open groups together and joining together loosely. We have joined that now and have traded rooms (or embasseys as he calls them) in each other's servers. Someone suggested you to be our "official" ambassador to the Crypto Empire, I think that is a great idea if you would be interested! (I was waiting for you to recover before I thrust you into something new) ;) ...
If you want to check it out and talk with @spiritualmax about it, I'm sure he would love to talk with you!!! Here is the link if you want to stop in and bless them with your presence! ;)
https://discord.gg/qgSvHsw
and here's a newbie nickel just because you are back and I'm so happy about it! (brought to you be @danielasori) ... ps I will limit it to 3 on a post this blog so I don't hog up too much space, so you along with the killers Bs get it tonight (@bashadow and @beeyou)...
Thanks @davemccoy.
I noticed he had reached out for the #newbieresteemday initiative, and already took a peek at his fort on Discord yesterday.
I’m flattered by the idea that someone suggested I could become the ‘ambassador’, but it’s way too soon for me to commit to something. I have at least 1,5 month of recovery ahead and during this time I can not be sure I’ll be able to drop in on a regular base.
I’m sure there are quite a number of other people that would gladly take up this role. Meanwhile, I’m satisfied with my role as a cheerleader ;0)
haha... very fun @simplymike!!! I understand and want you to do what you do best! :D (btw you are a fantastic cheerleader too!!!) ;)
I'll hold off on making you our ambassador, but I want you to know that in my eyes you can have any title you want. So in the future just say the words and you can be whatever you want!
I hope you continue with your recovery, I love seeing you out here and doing such positive things! You're amazing!!!
Thanks @davemccoy. You always manage to stun me with your kind words, which makes me wonder how to reply - lol.
Keep up doing what you’re doing, ‘cos you’re doing an amazing job :0)
P.s.: I’ll keep it in mind, thanks!
Same back at ya! I see things you do and I'm truly amazed!
And this is why we are here. We are trying to make a difference and make Steemit the best platform for content and engagement!
Exactly Mav! We may each have different ideas about how to do it, but we have much more in common with each other than not. That's why I love waking up every day! Its a chance to make a difference (what more can we ask for?)
True it's a chance to become better version of ourselves each day.
I'm excited to help you out and be part of the people who make Steemit such a great place