I suspect - though I am only a beginner myself - that one could really break out of intro banjo if one were to listen to and watch and of course practice with some discipline Mike’s excellent lessons.
I enjoy your teaching lessons. I've enrolled with another banjo site for about 3 years. I don't feel, I progressing. I can play the rolls and a few simple songs. Your instruction is much clearer, is it a good idea to switch instructors. Or are video instruction better.
I'm glad you're enjoying the lessons. You'll have to decide that for yourself but if you don't feel like you're progressing with the current materials you're working on I'd try some other lessons. There's a lot of different instructors out there and some will fit better with your style than others. Keep picking. - Mike