wow, this is very inspiring, @senseicat. The #2 position coming at a time steemit surpasses the 1M mark, is some really wonderful news.
It is further evidence, if one needs, that steemit's revolutionary social media model is slowly, but steadily taking its rightful place as the leader of the social media industry.
I trust with the whole of my heart, that in steemit is the powerful opportunity for millions the world over, but especially from the impoverished developing countries, such as in Africa where the bulk of the population lives in <1$ a day.
What am i doing to ensure Steemit reaches #1?
I am still at University studying, and currently doing my bachelor thesis, so much of my time is really taken, for now. And i myself are only about 2 months old here.
Even so, i am actually in the process of writing a handbook, an "Introduction to steemit, and the Blockchain Technology". I am collaborating with another steemit friend.
This way, i hope to simplify and ease the work of those promoting steemit in Uganda, where i come from, and indeed all over Africa. The handbook will be a quick reference guide for promoter and the general public.
My target is the University niche, as i believe this to be the most fertile ground fro steemti adoption. The majority have computers and can access internet, basic requirement for a meaningful steemit experience.
In the same vein, my hope is to dymistify the concept of blockchain technology, so to alleviate the wide suspicion, much of what arises from a misunderstanding of what this revolutionary concept stands for.
FYI, my country Uganda, has embraced Blockchain Technology, and on 23/24th of this month, will host a conference to discuss the role of Block Chain Technology in Africa’s transformation.
The chief guest will be H.E the presdient of my country, and the occasion will be graced by the likes of Changpen Zhao, the CEO of Binance among other distinguished guests across Policy, Business, political and academic fraternities.
I have touched o this conference in my last article, you may, if you can, look it up here. https://steemit.com/blockchain/@mirrors/does-technical-analysis-work-with-crypto-markets-plus-the-block-chain-conference-in-africa
Much obliged to share my thoughts here.