DO NOT upvote or follow me!!
There I said it, and I mean it.
Do not upvote me IF I ASK YOU TO DO IT
You might be wondering why I am saying this, am I mad or something. Well, the reason is
If I have to ask for it I probably don't deserve it.
So what brought about this rant? I am a pretty new member here, slowly discovering this marvel of new age technology layer by layer, one at a time. And there have already been some wonderful experiences so far, like when the warm welcome I got when I shared my introduction here on steemit https://steemit.com/introduction/@sunil.gupta/revv-up-another-motorhead-from-india
Or my first post in the photography section. https://steemit.com/photography/@sunil.gupta/odissi-an-indian-classical-dance-form
And then there are some amazing people sharing some wonderful content here, like @firepower, @dheerajDj, @bunnypunia, @swati-s, and so many more
But then there are a lot of people here who are here to just make some quick bucks out of thin air without working for it. And they think they can do it by just randomly commenting on each new post, without even reading it, asking straight forwardly other people to upvote them and follow them.
I mean come on give me at least a reason to do it for you.
There is a way to ask for support, you show your work to people and ask them to have a look at it and upvote/follow if they like what they see. Small details, but matter a lot in the long run.
Because steemit is primarily a content sharing platform and it will thrive and grow only if people visit here to consume and distribute good content. If all that people want here easy money then it will put off a lot of authentic content creators and that will be the end of it.
So people please don't give in to the temptation of making quick bucks but look at the bigger picture and play it like a gentleman.
People will appreciate your work and you will get upvotes, not necessarily if you ask for it but certainly if you work for it.
So people just don't upvote for me or follow me just because I am asking for it. do it if you think I deserve it.
p.s.: I don't mean to offend anyone here. It is just a rant and you have the right to disagree with me!
Cheers!
p.s.: All GIFs on this post courtesy https://giphy.com/
Now, this is a sincere post! Great perspective! And you don't need to ask it, I just upvoted it! ;)
Thanks @bitatlas :) , glad you took time out to read it and leave your comment :) I just tried to pen down a few thoughts. I am sure some people will agree with it, while some won't!
Well said, Sunil.
If you would have tagged this post with "introduceyourself" tag, few would have welcomed you by now, without reading the post. Check few comments on my post below, it's a classic example :p
https://steemit.com/steemit/@dheerajdj/thank-you-300-followers-22-days
that is exactly what i don't understand! People tag anything with 'introduceyouself' tag just to get attention. or perhaps they don't understand the logic of tags.
Some are new, genuinely mistaken. It is not suppose to be used multiple times. I was referring, to the fact that there are multiple users who will just comment on an introduceyourself tagged post, welcoming you and asking to follow them without even reading the content. But sadly, if it comes to building follower count, they are certainly winning.. check this account @khunfarang
this guy is a legend :D
Thats a good one buddy ! Honesty at its peak ;) :) unlike the stereotypes ..
thanks Monica :D
Voted up :P
On a serious note, great sensible post. I have myself come across numerous cases where members are openly asking for votes and 'follow-me' requests. It doesn't work here like this at all. But then, they will learn it the hard way I m sure.
Steemit is all about being genuine, being honest and ofcourse great posts that can be helpful to others, or of interest. This is a place that requires time and patience. I hope newbies are reading this comment!