@lukestokes I still have the 89 custom welcome signs created for the 89 new steemians. There is no way I would took my time to make a custom sign if I before haven't read and checked the #introducemyself post of the person. And that's why some were saluted with the welcome pic and others were first aided on how to best write an introductory message to avoid being ignored.

You are free to approach @smooth by chat and tell him about this if you think it helps. I really prefer the blockchain and defend my case with solid arguments here aiming at constructing a better policy.

I am aware we are in "beta". I have a "cause" here and I think it is the right one. There is a market for welcoming new users. The "bot" approach with pre-programed messages could not properly handle that market and I agree. So it is my thing to take care of this "boring" task of being the welcome guy...