Reading my first post on your account, 
"... there are invariably going to be those who want to know if there's some "easier way" that ultimately amounts to little more than wanting the benefits, without doing the work"
From my experience base in life, this is right in the bullseye. People typically do not want to hear it. Is it not remarkable the effort they will put in to try and find someone who will give them an answer more to their liking?
And when, once again, that doesn't turn out so well, just keep searching for the next wizard who will somehow convince them they do not have to face the central point I read in your post?
Hmmm. What is that old definition of insanity again? 🤔
"... most of them invariably fell apart because people thought they were going to make lots of money without doing much work."
From my experience base in crypto, there are a remarkable number of people who take this to the limits. They seem to be endlessly pursuing the idea they do not have to do absolutely any work. Typically enjoying referring to themselves with some version of being "degen." The typical outcome? There are plenty of people who seem to be willing to put in at least just enough work to take advantage of them.
"So, getting back to Hive... it seems I just need to take my own advice and make time to do the work that's needed to build my stake... publishing and engaging."
New to choosing to participate in contributing on the Hive blockchain, the time commitment is far and away my biggest concern. Always preferring candor, I have been open and honest about wrestling around with that. Still a work-in-progress.
Given the philosophical underpinnings of your post here, I am going to follow your account and see what else you might be inspired to say, in the future.
P.S. A question somewhat in line with your post here, why would a Hivian want to have more than one account? Wouldn't it be easier to just have one? Hahaha ... Seriously, though, since you first brought that to my attention, in your comment on my post, I truly am curious to read what you have to say, in response.
RE: Building Success: Typically the Best Approach is to DO THE WORK!