Yes, absolutely! Using this platform with the only aim of making money will ironically get you nothing. But constant participation and interaction with other Steemit members with genuine interest and appreciation in their posts will get you more popular.
This community runs on selflessness. One can't be selfish and expect others to be selfless. Thank you for sharing. This is a post well said. :)
I think every successful community runs on selflessness :) Good point :)