Hmm, those are all really good points. I keep dropping back in because what you write is decent and thoughtful, but also because there's a good chance you'll see my comment and maybe even reply... which is something that people won't do if they drop their content in multiple places. If someone replies days later, well, I've mentally completely moved on.

So you're right... I won't know that content is unique to Hive by checking myself, but there are plenty of other clues (like number of comments and speed to replies) that do indicate the author is highly focused on Hive.

Also... you can't rewrite history... I'm following you because your brother said he'd shoot me if I didn't. Don't pretend it's because you're a good writer, it was a fear-based follow.