Something is wrong with "FOLLOWERS" theory... It doesn't seem to be working for me at all...
I have currently 111 followers on Steemit. I write blogs at a regular interval. I try to maintain at least 1-2 posts a day. In that ratio, over the last month, I've been able to gather quite a few posts. But, one thing I have noticed that in spite of having so many followers (111), I seldom get an upvote. Sometimes by mistake 1 or 2 upvotes. Maybe I am not posting quality blogs or maybe people here don't find my blogs informative, interesting or knowledgeable.
Guys, please speak out. It's a win-win situation for everybody. If I stay unaware why my posts are not fetching me more upvotes, then it must be something wrong with me and the writing technique and presentation. I will definitely rectify my mistakes and try to cope-up with my followers and others expectations.
It's an utmost request to each & every follower of mine and other members that kindly don't follow someone for the sake of FOLLOWING. If you've followed me, that means some or the other way you have liked my posts. But I don't get 10% upvote on my single post, not even comments.
I am literally confused as to what should I do. How should I reach to my followers and make them upvote on my posts, comments and resteem if they like it.
I would suggest just being patient and just treating Steemit as a hobby than a potential source of income for now. If you want more instant returns, you're arguably better off reading up about SEO, social media marketing and then hosting your own independent blog from which can generate income via ad revenue.
Thnx for your valuable suggestion @buffersmckyle.
Look I got the first comment from somebody who's not a follower of mine. At least u have taken time out reading my writing. That's what I was talking about. Where are others??
And Yes I came here initially for a potential source of income but over the time I have started falling for this community and earning is not on my priority list of late.
Once I was almost addicted to facebook. I used to write on various topics. No likes, comments or shares. But, more likes, loads of comments in birthday pics, anniversary pics, honeymoon pics, bloody selfies.. I tied to post quality content but nobody has bothered. Then I found STEEMIT.
People appreciate your creativity, knowledge in form of upvotes. It's like u earn while u learn.
And as u said I m being patient enough to understand its functionalities completely. I need to study a lot. There are so many unheard and unknown terms about Steemit.
You need to spend time commenting on the posts that others make -- giving intelligent feedback. That way people get to know you and will follow you. Hang out in different catagories and find posts that are interesting and give feedback in comments and replies to get followers.
@somena Thnx for your valuable advice, suggestion or feedback. I take all those with arm arms and I will definitely try to listen to YOU as you being the matured & senior most user of Steemit.
Looks like you are getting upvoted, I just did. Write about what interests you and what you know