I don't tend to use those specific tags. They may get you extra attention, but if hundreds of others do the same then votes still may be infrequent. I think it is better to try to connect with those who share your interests. They are more likely to vote for you even if the votes are smaller.
Some whales have a low rep as they don't post much. You get to be a whale when you have something over 500k HP.
Given your user name, have you met @beautifulbullies ?
Yah, sometimes I use them sometimes not. Depending on the post. Maybe it is a bit confusing because you get the feeling you write some original content and want to mark it as such.
But I try to stick to the communities anyway, so I don't really use them as a vote catcher. But it is nice to gain xtra attention outside of a specific community as it may attract others to the one you're posting in as well.
Lol, am I confusing you...I confuse myself 😂 .
And no, haven't met @beautifulbullies yet. Might stalk that profile really quick 🙃