One part of being in a small group is the potential to be heavily influenced by any major stakeholder. One person can simply come and by way of value or volume impose their will on such a group. It can reflect both an advantage and a disadvantage depending on how you view it. I believe it represents both potential and a flaw in such a scenario, and one that is most noteworthy for us to take proper advantage.
The volume we produce here on Hive is simply one that we all agree, and desire to be better. While high Prices are always a good feeling, having them on low volume is of course a risk as a result of their volatility. The nature of this is that a handful of people can rather quickly manipulate Price value for either their gain, or to the detriment of the larger community. Having more volume here should always be the goal, as that is a good indicator to more eyes and less influence.
Yet while we want to see it happen, I doubt barring any big publicity like we've seen for some crypto platforms, Hive isn't going to experience that in the near future. We are instead poised for slow growth in what may be years to come. Be that as it may, there isn't quite the feeling that Hive is a one man show. We do have some big influencers and heavy shakers by way of their investments but as a community you certainly can find your voice on this platform. What's more, there is of course that opportunity to increase our influence down the line with the right sort of investments.
While we do want more volume on this platform, it will be foolhardy to ignore the opportunities that come with being small. There is chance for growth and a core community bent to ensuring the continued existence of this project. That I think currently puts Hive at a very good place.