Interesting and something I have also wondered alot about the past. We dont seem to have too much problem bringing people here, but the majority wont stay long term - why? Probably depends on a number of things, but false expectations would be high on the list - expecting to earn a large ammount only to earn a few cents - I remember those sad days.

Probably depends who bought them here or how they found out about Hive.

Maybe we need to work on numbers - if we bring 500 million people here but only a few percent stay then thats probably still a good ammount of users. On the other hand, those that leave might have a sour taste in their mouth and share their experience with others. Maybe it needs to be promoted as a decetralised alternative where you MIGHT earn a few extra dollars along the same way doing the same thing you are doing on FAcebook or Twitter...