In my humble opinion, I think it's a culmination of several things. Please know that I write this purely from an analytical mindset. Not from any other point of view (that isn't positive). The below are not ranked in any method--just typed as they entered my head.
- Popularity - You're very popular on Steemit which draws a lot of attention. Especially from new comers trying to see "what works" on here, to see your examples and learn from to improve our own (I include myself in this). Your posts make a lot of money which in turn make you more popular which then make your posts earn more money.
- Success Draws Attention - Your level of success draws in more and more followers to see what the fuss is all about, what is making so much money, and to see what they're missing out on. You've cultivated your success so well it may almost be automatic? I wonder if you could post on just about anything and it still top $150.00 maybe even $200.00?
- Persona - You have a unique persona, and portray it well on Steemit. Your unique in your post layouts, graphics, photos, outfits, and content. Papa-Pepper is the cool guy with shades that will jump in water with snakes! I think you fill aspects of adventure that others cannot do themselves (whether physically, or through lack of courage, or other reasons). Kind of like watching Steve Irwin's videos.
- Quality Member - I am speaking with limited knowledge of your goodness--only having read recent posts and backstories, etc.. I've not been a Steemit member but a month. However, I have seen enough to know that you're a quality member of Steemit and an awesome family guy. I know of no other who gives back as much as you do. Your mindset and continued humbleness brings admiration from followers and keeps you in the well-deserved good light of your followers.
- Genuine You - You're down-right you... yourself... and it shows. Finding someone who is a "normal guy" and a successful one is rare--especially online or on a social media platform.
Congrats on your awesome milestone and here's hoping for many more in your future!
Wow, for a newer user, you bring some very good points to the table. Thank you for your insight and reply!