Some things can't be bought, like Steem Power.
Before payouts started happening, it was not impossible to buy enough Steem Power to make a difference in your influence. But everything changed on the fourth of July.
The best thing about the change: people can't buy their way to the top of the Steemit pile anymore.
The worst thing about the change: it's now harder than ever to increase your Steem Power.
I feel bad for the people who only catch the train after today, because they will have the hardest time of anyone. So much of Success on this platform comes down to having enough clout to draw attention. Everyone without that has to rely on luck alone.
I look forward to seeing how Steemit faces these challenges.