Everyday I see 10+ posts talking about how to succeed on Steemit. I am not here to judge those posts or find where they come from or how do the author get their ideas - some are very basic, some are very dumb, some are naive, some are great, that is not the point - but it is only theory, the fact that we all write about these subjects out personal experience takes a key factor away from the post: It is subjective.

But not this post, this post is short, precise and to the point.

Today is Sunday, I wake up somewhat late and still in bed open my computer. I don´t usually write in bed nor on a Sunday, Sundays are my day off. But I wasn´t gonna do anything today, I have to buy a plane ticket and am hunting for good deals.

Also Sundays are lame when it comes to rewards right? At least for me, it is always the day when I get less views, comments and people engaging my posts.

In the hostel I am staying in the border of Nicaragua the internet is close to none, I can´t watch Netflix, I can´t stream documentaries so all I have is to read articles online and roam steemit. So what the hell, let´s write something. 

I transcribed my own post from english to spanish that speaks about how our routine as steemians might not be the most accurate to engage and succeed. I got some attention and some replies. I answered the commments and then I started to read my feed.

I stumbled upon an article by @aussiesteem and one of her sources led me to another website, which in turn led me to another and I found a story about Google and its internal human resources problems. I read a lot about the subject, media reactions, employee reactions, people from the outside giving opinions and then I decided to write an article about it.

Only two people engaged with my content. I even tried to give my post a title that would draw attention but hell, sundays are slow for me. No biggie, let´s see the replies. 

Step by step guide to get followers

1.- Find a post. Whatever post you like. Reply to it in a meaningful way including your opinion on the subject:

His reply to my content was:

I saw this post as well and it made my day due to the honest approach the writer uses, while also applying a concise writing style.
The reaction should not surprise anyone - feminism today is a religion/cult, not to be compared to "equal rights for everyone".

Do you see the reply I got? First, he states he has a bit of knowledge about the subject. Then he shows he is not bluffing and speaks about his knowledge. And then he gives his honest opinion of the subject. He doesn´t ask for a follow, he doesn´t beg to get a vote, he does not appeal to my pity.

2.- Wait for the other person to reply, this is why you comment on more than one post, cause you might not get an answer on every comment you make.

Well, as I am a polite Steemian I reply to comments I get on my content, you should try it sometimes! It is very fulfilling!

My reply for his comment was:

 It is very dazzling. I for real think that most people who are making all the fuzz haven´t even read the article he writes. Come on, every aspect he onboards is unbiased and only stating well researched facts. He is not insulting or demeaning anyone!
I get it, sometimes you have to get into arguments but if this guy gets fired he can sue Google and by the laws in California que will definitely win.
Not to mention all the harrasment and mistreatment he is gonna get at his workplace... 

I left a big reply. Mostly because I like the subject but also because if this person went through the trouble of replying to my content, I should do the same and engage in a meaningful way! Also i like to reply longer so people will get lazy and stop replying - lol just kidding -

3.- In the meantime the author wrote a post! Yes! So intelligent from him. Engage first, draw attention and then write a post so when you reply to their answers you already have new content! He replied to my answer on this matter:

His second reply was:

The argument "why do men even want those high level jobs in the first place?" really makes a lot of sense. Most women overestimate the "fun" those jobs provide - in the end many men slave away 80 hours a week while putting up with countless pressure, simply to increase their social standing and attractiveness. The same motivation does not work for women - hence fewer female executives. 

The argument he states is amazing but at this point I don´t even care. He actually took the time to reply twice with more than 10 words on someone else´s post about a subject I care about. I should check these mate´s profile! 

Remember the post he made while interacting with me? It speaks about a language I am learning. It is not the best post but it is actually helpful...

BAM!!

I followed him. 

This 0.25 SBD voter (me)  followed him and believe me, he will have my votes every once in a while. This person has only one day in the platform and already knows how to get followers. He has 2 written posts but 48 comments on other people´s content, How awesome is that?

In case you are still not getting the point:

The key for getting followers is ENGAGEMENT people.

Now get your hands off of that pizza and go follow @waitingforgodot