Scott and I came from Facebook and YouTube where we have worked so hard for three years and have hardly any followers to show. It isn't because we didn't work hard, we have tried to do what was called for and focused on the followers and bringing them entertainment; however, it just was not enough. Someone told us about SteemIt and so we stepped on to this platform.
Our introduction post was well written but we only have a few comments that were mostly bots and very few upvotes. It was frustrating, but I am stubborn. We put up some other posts so everyone could get to know us and have done well enough; not the rock star start we hoped for, but this isn't a sprint; this is a marathon. Even at the worst response, we were doing better with interaction than we had the three years on Facebook.
Because of people like @dreemsteem and @bluefinstudios from @welcomewagon, @mirrors and @itravelarts, we have found a home and have made friends with various other groups. We have learned from all of them that we have to stay patient and ourselves, doing what we can to enhance the blockchain and community.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Ren
Perfectly said. You're right, it's a slow start sometimes, but such is life too.
I wish I'd remember who said it originally, but they compared Steemit to attending a party in real life. If you're the new person to the party, it'd be a strange expectation for everyone to praise and celebrate your arrival without even knowing you. You have to make your rounds, introduce yourself, bolster your reputation, get to know folks personally; only then will the excitement of your presence be reciprocated. Steem is that party.
They may not be quick results, but they're results. I'm in the same boat, in the sense that I've put work into other platforms only to be dead in the water after months of effort. It feels like you have no control. At least here, genuine effort usually creates a modest, but genuine outcome.
Nice to meet you @xcountytravelers, thanks for stopping in!
Good to meet you as well. Can't wait to get to know your musical world.
Thanks for the shout out @xcountytravelers!!! You're right! It's working hard in an environment that supports engagement that makes such a difference!!! It is my joy to be able to watch you thrive on Steemit! I love being able to witness you figuring out what works for you. Your diligence is paying off!!!!
Thank you. We have learned so much from you.
Ren
Thank you so much for the mention.. I believe you are doing great here as a beginner, I started like that too.. And still struggling..
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You are amazing.