I figure that, since no one except my immediate friends and family reads my blog anyway, posting a week ahead on Steemit isn't going to do any harm. If no one reads those posts here either then nothing has changed. If I can potentially grow an audience and help develop a platform with a business-model that I believe in, and have a stake in, then there is zero downside-risk and huge upside-potential.
The awkward stage is just noise. Concentrate on the things that you can control (your content, your votes) and influence (development, community spirit) and don't worry about the other stuff.
I like your most recent post (only partially because I enjoy reading what @recursive says)
Thanks! I also just read and enjoyed your Minnow Code of Conduct - it's a great way to approach Steemit, I think.
I appreciate that. Will be looking for your next post