Steemit's main problem and why it can't be a scam

THE MAIN PROBLEM

So I've been explaining how Steemit works to a couple of friends and basically they don't exactly get it.
Like most people, the first question they asked me was "Where does the money come and who generates it?".

At first, I explained them how Bitcoin mining works and then proceeded to analyze the reasons why Steemit's way of generating it's currency is superior to that.
Then things started becoming confusing.

For unknown(?) reasons people (especially people who aren't familiar with technology) have trouble understanding things like what a blockchain is or what mining is.

Steemit's biggest problem is how people perceive it.
I realised it when I noticed that some friends of mine (two of which study IT) couldn't understand how the system works even after I explained it to them, however they had a genuine interest and they read the whitepaper (which you can read here).

Things didn't become clear for them even after reading the whitepaper.

Attracting new users to Steemit can be a challenge and if those users aren't familiar with computers and technology I cannot imagine them using the website and having positive results.

If I was to be asked what the main problem of Steemit is, I'd say promotion and explanation.
The solution will sound simple.

Discovering the easiest way to explain to users how Steem Dollars are generated without going into the hassle of comparing Steemit's system to others like Bitcoin or Ethereum.

WHY STEEMIT CAN'T BE A SCAM

I love blogging and I don't see a reason not to continue doing it in such a friendly environment such as Steemit.
Unfortunately, a lot of people join Steemit because they heard that there is 'money' on the line.

This attitude is wrong and in the end they don't earn anything and they hate on the system.
Luckily, Steemit has a place for people who don't want to blog but still invest on the idea and making money in the long run, its called mining Steem.

Think of it like getting a job.

Those who are interested in expanding their passion and in the long run make some money can do so by getting a degree and then a good steady job.
Those who just want to make some money can find a job like working on a warehouse lifting crates or being a lumberjack etc.

Now imagine the second group trying to work just to make some money on the job that the first group is supposed to be working. Wouldn't work eh?

Can you imagine somebody who just wants to make quick money trying to make a living creating and selling bad paintings or creating music without ever trying to study?

Of course they won't make money!

Usage of Steemit's hashtag on Twitter

If you're someone that loves blogging then you should put a lot of time doing it on Steemit.
The community is great, friendly and incredibly supporting!