Write about coffee instead... would love to read that from you.
Having said so, what do you mean a proven member of steem?
Is it one that writes about Steem?
Is it one that never powered down and always powers up?
Is it one that attended Steem related gatherings?
Is it one that organized Steem related gatherings?
None of the above but defends Steem to death?
Do you really think Ed Sheeran's new song is the best song each month? No, it likely isn't. But he tops the charts week after week. He makes good music that appeals to enough people to hold his position.
That's funny. He tops the charts because that reason you said but besides that, mostly because of other reasons, and they all have to do with budget. Sounds familiar?.
A proven member of Steem is someone who has been here long enough to see the good, bad and the ugly.
They post good content (not always great) they make comments, they understand the system. They realize they are part of the team that is adding or subtracting from the value of Steem.
The behaviors can be different, but the fact they care and continue to show up matters to me.
Sheez! According these 'ambiguous' options in the description in the quote... I wonder on which side of those 'dualities' my Cranky Pink ass really lie. Hahahaha