We really can see a direct correlation to the price of Steem and Steemit site use. Funny how that works, I can imagine someone seeing the price of Steem jump and thinking - Wow!! Time to start posting on Steem 
What we all need to remember is that we're in this for the long haul, not to make a quick buck or two... well, at least that's the mindset of the most successful Steemians. I've only been here a week and I think I'm starting to get the big picture ;)
That's the mindset of the most successful Steemians that we hear of but then again we don't hear of those who had that mindset and turned out not to be successful :)
Fair enough, just like we all hear about Michael Jordan's work ethic and how we practiced a ridiculous amount to become the outstanding player he was...but we don't hear about all the other guys who practice a ton but never make it.. still though, even though hard work and effort doesn't guarantee success...it's still the right way to go - definitely couldn't hurt giving it your all :)