@stellabelle, You absolutely killed this article...
It's so easy to get caught up in wanting everything now, when in reality those who are successful on Steemit put in the work.. CONSISTENTLY...
How many others are going to show up everyday and post TWO high quality articles? How many others are going to take the time to read and engage in a genuine manner while leaving comments?
While I'm still new here and have yet to find "success." I'm determined to put in the work. I'm obsessed with the process not results, because I know in the long run I'll be better off.
I might not make money at first, but just meeting one new person here will make it worth while.
I especially liked your tip on being raw and genuine. I have a post on how I overcome gambling addiction, that while I've shared before, know it will bring value to the community. I hope to post it very soon.
I'm also noting the things I "don't get" at a newbie and plan on sharing my learnings.
I'm serious.. I haven't been this excited about something in many many years and am going to do my best to bring as much value to the Steemit community as possible.
Thanks for sharing. :)
Also, by posting high-quality, well planned comments, your name achieves some visibility. This visibility helps in a number of ways. Additionally, if your comments are helping Steemit grow, a whale might take notice and upvote you. There are some days that I earn more in comments than posts. It's part luck, but the more high-quality comments you have floating around, the more chances you will have at being rewarded in some way for them.
Luck is always a part of success, but people often overlook putting in the work. I appreciate you. :)