Totally agree with everything you said. Those coming here hoping for a quick buck and to replace their full time jobs will be sadly disappointed. There's still so much around here that needs to change. But I believe things will get better, and as always, if you are consistent and provide quality content, you will get noticed and followed. A bit like YouTubers, who can no longer rely on adsense, the following and engagement is what matters and diversifying your streams of income will always be the best course of action.

Thanks for your sharing this post; it's important that newbies realise this.