❓Answering Common Questions: How do I get more Votes? - Part 1: Meeting People and Building Relationships 👋
While creating good content is important,
it's only half the battle.
it's only half the battle.
Most of us don't have a large following or name recognition when we first start on Steemit. This means that you will have to not only get known by other users, but also get them to cast their votes for you. This guide will cover ways and places to build your relationship with other Steemians.
Q: I'm just here to make money on my posts. Why do I need to meet people?
I hate to break the news, but when most of us start on Steemit, we're not famous and don't have a following coming in with us. Our posts blend in with the thousands of other posts being published each day. While it is important to create strong content with a good title and thumbnail image, that alone isn't enough to start getting us votes.
Let's use a YouTube or Twitch streamer as an example. How long do you watch somebody that just sits there, staring at their screen, saying nothing. Pretty boring right?
Have you ever noticed how the good ones interact with their followers? Reading and responding to those in chat...reacting to subscriptions or donations...consistently having some form of interaction with the camera. While this are important to the content they're creating being strong, it's also how they build a relationship with you! Over time, you not only check back for new content, likely follow them, but also LIKE THEM as a person. This is what you're shooting for...making an honest connection with people and ideally getting them to like who you are and what you do.
THESE will be your best supporters!!
Q: Where can I start meeting people then?
1. Comments, Comments and Comments!!
This is one of the best places to start. Finding posts by other authors on topics you find interesting and leave a good comment. Really try to put something that shows you read their post like:
- What was your favorite part of the post
- Is there anything that might need clarifying or want to see more of
- Ask for their opinion on something relevant
While it's ok to just put, "Great Post!"...it likely won't be noticed and definitely not start a conversation with the author.
Think about the comments you get on your posts....which ones get you to check out the commentors blog? BE THAT PERSON!
2. Steemit Chat
Steemit Chat was one of the first options we had available to talk with others (and promote our posts) outside of Steemit itself. When you first join, you'll be in two rooms; general (where you can chat with others, no post links) and post promotion (where you can put your post links.)
Click Here to Enter Steemit Chat!!
In the left hand column, you'll find a button that says 'More Channels' which will give you a full list of other channels you can join. Some are more general (applying to any topic) and others are more specific, like Photography or Travel. I strongly recommend paying attention to rules the top of each channel as you join (if there are any.)
Steemit Chat maintained by @riverhead along with @pfunk , @gtg and others handling some of the administration duties. All three of these guys are Steem Witnesses.
3. Steemit Discord Text and Voice Channels
First...if you're new to using Discord, you'll need to sign up at: https://discordapp.com/ . I do recommend downloading the app instead of using it in the browser, but both do work. Once you're signed into Discord, simply click the invitation links that I'll provide for you below to different channels. For those new to using this, here is a short video introduction to make your life easier:
SteemSpeak
This is one of the (if not the) oldest Steemit chats after Steemit.chat itself. It was started by @fyrstikken is saturated with knowledge of cryptotrading, coding, philosophies...you'll find something to learn here. Some of the other more prominent Steemians you'll find here include @inertia, @contentjunkie, @whatsup, @wishmaiden and many many more.
Click HERE to join the SteemSpeak channel
PAL Network
This is a major hub of the @Minnowsupport project. They are a place to meet other minnows (i.e. smaller/newer users), get tips, take part in their radio shows...just so much to do. Make sure to first read the 'Start Here' section to understand their rules, expectations and how to register.
Click HERE to join the PAL Network channel
Steemit Ramble
@shadowspub has put this channel together as a place to hang out and host her weekly Pimp Your Post Thursdays show. It brings together Steemians from all walks of life to present one of their favorites posts from the week. It's a great way to find great work of others, promote your own and meet some fantastic people!
Click HERE to join the Steemit Ramble channel
TeamGirlPowa
While centered around gathering some of the awesome women of Steemit together, there are some guys in there. If you just want a chill place to meet some nice, knowledgeable and supportive people, this might be the place for you.
Click HERE to join the TeamGirlPowa channel
VOTU (Voices of the Underground)
This channel is run by the famous Ms @Beanz, whom if you've not yet met...you should. On Sundays this is the place to be to join in her weekly podcast covering everything Steemit. You'll get to meet some prominent Steemians, be a part of great conversations and stay on top of the latest news of Steemit.
Click HERE to join the VOTU channel
Whaleshares
Organized by one of my favorite people, @officialfuzzy, Whaleshares is a community where you can earn whaleshare tokens by taking part in contest, a period job that needs to be done, or just being in the right place at the right time. These tokens can then be redeemed on http://whaleshares.net/ for an upvote by a whale (with lots of Steem Power) here on Steemit.
Click HERE to join the Whaleshares channel
SteemGigs
SteemGigs was founded by fantastic Steemians like @surpassinggoogle and @stellabelle. If you're looking to meet new people, find others from your own country, see if there is a job available for you or post a job you'd like to have performed by another Steemian...check this place out. You won't regret it!!
Click HERE to join the SteemGigs channel
If anyone would like their Discord Channel added to this list, just leave the name and (non-expiring) invite link in a comment.
With ALL of these different places available, you WILL find a good fit for yourself!
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I have to admit that I am completely overwhelmed having just joined a few days ago. If you could point out one thing to do consistently, what would it be?
@TheSteemEngine is a group with a fairly unique model for encouraging interaction among its members- before you can add your post in post promotion (which you can only do once per day) you have to upvote and comment on two other posts in the channel. It's a great place, and fosters community really well.
The introduction post should be read first, but here's the discord channel link:
https://discord.gg/y58rgmY
Nice!! I'll take a look and get the group added to the list in the post. :)
Awesome, thanks!
My little Israeli community is now working on some guidance posts in Hebrew for the new users we're bringing onto the platform. Mind if one of the guys translates this (with credit, of course)?
Absolutely! All of my guides are open for translation. All I ask is the link to the original. The translator can keep all the payout rewards. :-)
You are made of win and awesome. <3
Awww! What can I say...I'm a huge fan of finding Win/Win scenarios. :)
As am I. We've crossed the 100 line in our IsraSteem group on Facebook. We have a @hebrewguides account for everything. I am so proud I helped put this together. Having guides for the newbies helps a lot, and with more Hebrew speakers, we need guides like yours in a language they understand.
And again, thank you!
I lost you comment the other day. If you have people with language issues, @majes.tytyty and @ghasemkiani teach on their blogs here.
Also you might want to reach out to
@surppasinggoggle - all
@kachinhenry - myanmar
@bitrocker2020 - malaysia
@tookta @thaiteam
And other countries to see what they are doing with their teams. It is not easy to keep up with your peeps, especially when they are mostly low rep.
That's freaking impressive! Damn!!
Here is a link to all of my previous guides...though there are some that are out of date or irrelevant now. But I'll have an updated list in the near future. :)
You are awesome! Thank you!
No problem!
The first rule of steemit is: always follow @sykochica 's advise
The second rule of steemit is: above.
The third ru....
If somebody is a good networker it's her.
Fantastic guide and lots of great resources thank you!
Yea, its sooo crucial to growth! And i'm only just learning that now.
Thank you!
I hope it helps give you a boost. :)
The only point I would quibble with is ... "Great post" is not really an acceptable comment. It reeks of spam. It is apt to get your comment hidden completely by an annoyed author ... and it definitely will not win you many friends on Steemit. If you want to succeed, try to do better than that. Two word comments show minimal effort and will earn you neither rewards nor good will.
Other than that, this is a terrific post and I am promoting it to our group in Discord. Thanks ever so much to @Mountainwashere for bringing it our attention.
I NEVER stay "great post" in a comment. I'm commenting so they know if I like their post or not. There is enough butt-kissing here and we don't need any more.
I can definitely understand what you're saying...and the two word comments can get you flagged, though typically this is when every comment you see in their comment tab that way.
I've been in the position myself before where I really wanted to leave something, but that's all I had, was a couple words. So I just didn't want to draw the line in this guide saying to not do it, but rather focus on the things that would get the positive response they were likely looking for.
But again..this is important for new people to know. Two word comments like great post at best get you nothing and can lead to being flagged. :)
I am not doing any chatting, but I agree with the rest of your ideas.
Commenting works the best for me and also watching and particapting in certain tags. I like #freewite by @mariannewest and other challenges. Also - steemiteducation is good if you write tutorials.
It is possible to make money here right at the start. I wrote this post for discouraged minnows
Make Money Blogging on Steemit Top Tips and Checklist for Better Results!!
And this is a list of challenges to post into so your are not posting to no one. This is Part Two and leads to Part One.
https://steemit.com/steemitchallenges/@kalemandra/daily-and-weekly-contests-and-challenges-part-two-day-by-day
This is one hell of a great guide!! Very thorough!! :D
Thank you so much! I give it out many times a week. The poor minnows gasp here :)
I was thinking of asking you about different what different channels should I use to start networking, and just 11 hours ago you wrote this blog ... you are so so amazing @sykochica .. Thank you for everything, you are truly feeding the soil with some good advices of yours ..thanku again and lots of love :)
@thesteemengine and @qurator have Discord channels that are worth joining if you're going to invest time in people. They only allow membership to people who produce quality content, so you'll have more opportunities to engage with comments (and upvotes).
Great advice and so many communities with so little time. That's the one thing I'm struggling with right now. I need to make copies of myself so I can be everywhere at once. @thealliance is also a great community as well for those looking for a place to fit in as well as @steemusa.