I admit I've given in and began using bots... Im not super proud of it but it has gotten me more visibility, less than i was hoping though. I think i am going to discontinue my use though as i understand it's not the best way to move up the ranks. Note:ive never used them to that degree.
I only used upvote bots a few times in the very beginning. I realized those were worthless, since reputation score really doesn't matter. I tried a bid bot, but I also decided that it wasn't good for the system and a possible rip off. And I've always hated comment and article posting bots.
I still have mixed feelings, but do believe good old hard work is the key. Compared to most my posts are garbage, ive decided to take more time and increase the professionalism/originality of my work, and worry less about posting regularly. When i feel rushed i churn out garbage. No one should expect to make $100 for 15 mins of writing
you are forgiven.
now say 30 hail mary's as pennance..
oh. wait...maybe that should have been DRINK 30 Bloody Marys...
bloody hail...can't never get that right.