It seems like many of the "famous youtubers" etc. are using Steem only to wait for rewards with slim to none interaction or engagement between the payouts. That is very unfortunate and I usually don't support that type of behaviour, even if I like the content. I think the social aspect of Steem is very important, so I can't support that type of behaviour. It doesn't feel good... But I also think that #newsteem might have a positive impact on these things too, with time.
This is exactly what I believe. By not providing these creators with your upvote automatically, it shows them that without being part of the community (and helping to grow it), the rewards aren't there.
The market needs to show its power and not jump on a bandwagon just because someone is "famous" and we're excited to see a big name here.
I don't think a downvote campaign or anything is the solution though, just simply not giving your vote.
Well said!
I do think that downvotes can be used to change peoples behaviour, which is a good thing... But I also think that people should avoid the "bandwagon"-thing. I think it's equally important to downvote certain type of behaviour as it is to not reward someone.
Like you said, we shouldn't reward people just because they are famous outside of Steem. I don't see anything wrong with rewarding these people early on though, just to make them comfortable and to ensure that they will stay on Steem... But I think it's a very stupid idea to continue to reward them just for content. We need them to engage and promote Steem in case they want to keep the rewards.