I'd say go ahead and be a dreamer - Steemit is obviously something you're passionate about, so go after it!
I was passionate about homebrewing, I put in the work, and now I'm the head brewer at a small microbrewery.
Even if things don't end up how you want them, the experience and challenge of going after your goal will be worth it!
RE: The Steemit Dream. Is It Good to Be a Dreamer or Should I Be More Realistic?