To any arguments that put down steem(it), I respond, like you did: show me any way that's easier to make money online, faster, with no credentials, with immediate ability to cash out.
Still the more serious bloggers prefer to write and comment for no compensation than post here. There's a lot to blame, but one main reason is the interface and functionality. I mean, what's the main difference for example between Medium and Steemit? I don't think it's the whales.
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You gotta love how they have words for everything in English!
Exactly! Most of the complainers usually have no idea and zero experience making money online. Its difficult, way more difficult than just getting a simple real job.