yes, someone pointed out early on my hive journey about how it is easier to earn more hive as you accumulate more , so I've always powered up and delegated my earnings.  so far, I'm happy with the results of my strategy,  although i am hardly an expert at this. 

alas, I've tried to hip others to the potential of hive, even hosting a small tutorial class with several friends who i think could earn from their art-but the learning curve is a little intimidating although everyone i think sees potential, they just cant grasp why just yet.  telling them about the pump has them reconsidering,  i think😎...it's only a matter of time, i suppose.  I'm just glad i could get a decent amount tokens before the price increase