I stay here on Steemit because it's a great platform for "publishing." That's one of the first things I heard from Dan and Ned about 3 years ago now.
I had tried blogging before, but never enjoyed it and never "succeeded." But with Steemit, I have enjoyed it and even been rather successful.
So, I'd say, ,,, Take advantage of the benefits and oppourtunities that Steemit provides, and create YOUR OWN PLATFORM. Don't give up yet.