I composed that reply very quickly, and looking back, I see I didn't communicate the idea in my head very successfully. Allow me to try again. :)

Obviously we should always be looking to contribute the best we can, but when starting out, nothing is more depressing than to pour four or five hours' worth of work into composing a post about something only to have it top out at $1.50.

Maybe 'start small and work up' is a better way of looking at it, or don't feel like everything that you post has to be the result of a full day's effort. It's impossible to predict what will 'hit', so my idea was more to increase the level of energy and effort put into your posts as you build a following and a reputation. Churning out crap isn't going to help anyone. :)

But your best doesn't always have to involve hours and hours of prep and composition either. :)

My apologies for not being more clear in my original comment, @markrmorrisjr. You are correct on this. :)