Nice post Max.
One thing I've noticed. The most profitable posts are about Steemit itself. It seems to be a little known but unspoken secret. ; )
Unfortunately I lack the mental fortitude to convey such concepts as you do. That's why I shoot pictures. Unfortunately photography seems to be the lowest form of Steemit. I will evolve someday.
Well man, you have to think about what your audience wants to read or see.
Most people don't want to look at pictures, that's why photography isn't that good of a niche, on the other hand everyone on Steemit wants to succeed, therefore it is a popular niche.
Always think about the audience first and you'll grow