IMHO, They give silver to anyone that walks off the street, but it's worth almost nothing. Why? Because they give silver to anyone that walks off the street.........
Remember, if they give it to you without earning it, it ain't worth much.
There are 6 guys in my office , 2 that have not flown in 18 months that were comped Silver, you'll get it, but if you're looking for more than the blue carpet and an occasional UG on a leisure route, you'll be disappointed.