I agree with much of what you said, especially regarding the "Fast Internet Money" sets off a red flag for many of us. I wish people would stop trying to market it that way as well.
In a (sort of) uncontrolled environment people are going to do what they are going to do.
People are just "watching" what works and following along. Maybe that is how circle jerks begin? (Well, they are getting off... I want to get off too.) Shrugs.
I often write about SteemIt, (too often, I know) it is because it is one thing we all have in common.
I enjoy your direct presentation.