I once had this same thoughts too, i dont know what is considered as adding value to steemit, but even with that, i just feel steemit is a mind blowing platform with no discrimation. Am happy you wrote about this topic, atleast alot of persons will have what to ponder upon.

With regards to this;

It would be nice if it were exercised a little more here, to gives to props to the minnows and get them on the hot page instead of posting about it yourself and stealing their moment for glory lol.

I wish to get on the hot page someday!