Who here is almost at payout? And how much more do you need?

I have actually reached, and passed, the minimum payout so will be getting my money in the middle of next month. To get it I regularly respond to a variety of discussions, making the best quality response that I can, started a few discussions, received some 'best response' as well as positive (+)ratings. I rarely, if ever, make 1 or 2 word responses either and I think this is why I have some best response and positive ratings. If I start a discussion, then I take the time to say a few words to each of the respondents and even though it does mean I am not responding to other discussions I believe it is important to acknowledge that others have made an effort to respond to my discussions. Keep doing these sort of things and you will see your rating and therefore earnings soar. Good luck and I hope you do reach payout this month. :)