Sure, as long as you do it with intent. The thing is that a lot of people's intentions and ambitions often don't line up with the results. Because they forget to talk about their stuff.

People put a lot of effort in stuff they do in the hope that somebody will find it useful, will give them some praise, and maybe even some money. That stuff doesn't tend to happen if you don't talk about your stuff. Build it and they'll come usually doesn't work.