In my post the other day I stated that minnows should power up . That they should not power down . I have received some comments , and as a result I think that I should clarify my position so that there is no misunderstanding .
We all come from different parts of the world and the economy differs widely . Between the cost of living and the everyday cost of life is an expense . We all need money to survive and live . I understand it , I think we all do get it . Some of the comment seem to think that I am unaware of people's plight .
Why I say people should power up
Powering up will put you in a better financial position in the future . Invest in yourself . If you even put 10 dollars a month away it will create a better future for you . It will enable you to reap larger rewards from your efforts here on Steemit over a period of time. Become a member of the community and one way to do this is to power up and support the community . Voting for witness , engaging , commenting and assisting others is a way to say yes I am a member of this community .
Community
Why should people support you if you only take from the system . That's a fair question for people to ask who gives you votes . Your posts or comments have a value of 0.00 until it is upvoted . Do you somehow deserve the votes of others ? More worthy than the next person . What benefit are you to the community ? This is a community . A community of people from all walks of life sharing and engaging with each other and yes , sharing in a reward . But also helping each other in hard times .
Why people should upvote and follow you
Why should they ? Is there something that entitles you to a following ? Maybe your BS is better than the next .
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There is the same exact comment from two people who have a combined voting weight of 0.00 at 100% and a following of around 0 who have more voting weight then 0.00 . I don't speak for Whales but a whale has to be out of his mind not to say I want to support them two guys . Let me jump on that bandwagon . As for a minnow there your path to a Lambo . LOL I see this nonsense all the time .
Begging how's that working out for you . upvote me and I will upvote you with my 0.00 vote . Think about that . Do you really think that that has any appeal . Do you think that people need a reminder that they have an option to give you a vote, restreem or follow you .
No one here owes you anything . You are also not entitled to anything here . remember that and conduct yourself accordingly .
How to become a community member
People upvote you not because of a post or a comment but for who you are . What you stand for . Sure you can get the a vote here and there but over the long run it boils down to what I just said.
Be active ,learn and grow .Be a responsible member . It is no different than any other community or family. People will notice . It will not happen overnight , It takes time to see who you are . There are no shortcuts . At the end of the day it is your option to do as you wish , Just don't blame anyone except the one in the mirror for what you reap .
This has gotten a little longer and more of a rant then a clarification but it is what it is . My opinion and observation in a rare form. I vote a lot to support minnows . And I vote above the dust so minnows get the reward . I want you to succeed and in return get to a position to help others that come behind you . But you have to commit also .