Some great insight just when I could use it the most. I'm currently working with our local library to set up an intro to Steemit session. Living in the Woodstock area, we have a lot of very talented artist (writers, painters, musicians, you name it) that are struggling to find their outlet. Right now I'm struggling with how to give enough information to make it understandable to them without making it too complicated that they get scared off. So far I the points that I know I need to cover are:
a) It is not a make quick easy money platform, but offers the potential to make good money if you invest the time and effort to create quality contest. (This is a good thing)
b) It is not a ponzi scheme, there is no financial investment required. (It seems too good to be true to people who don't understand blockchain and have been bought up in a society that teaches you pay (financially) for what you get.)
c) networking/communities are extremely import to success. People want to know you before they invest in you.
d) The details/intricacies can seem overwhelming when you first start, but it will come with time and the more you understand the inner workings the more you appreciate the platform.
e) And of course I will make myself available to help those that are in it for the right reason, bring something to the platform, and are in for the long haul.

Who knows what questions will come up or what other points I will add to the discussion. If there is enough interest, it may turn into a regular community group to support and help each other.