Even though we're noobs, I think it can be helpful to establish what we're interested in and what we're good at by writing about it. Even if no one "cares" about your content, you'll become known for what you write about. And once new users join who are interested in your content, guess who they'll be recommended to follow? YOU! :)
Honestly, I don't think people are only following content they care about ... they're following people they're interested in and who they think will do something on Steemit. It's apparent you're dedicating yourself to this platform, so tell them why you're interesting!
I live in a condo b/c that's the option we can afford but I like to read about people who are growing gardens. I really liked your article on how you're getting plants to grow on your deck.
A lot of people are entrepreneurs on here, so they can probably relate to your small business experiences. And who knows? Maybe you'll inspire someone (maybe even in another country) to start their own business like yours!
Last thing, I promise ;) consider what you can give to the community. I think people like your posts because you ask for their opinions. You give them a place to dialogue. I think there are lots of other things you have to offer too!
Thanks @helenoftroy.. I think I always start off with a new "thing" all enthusiastically and then after a couple of months I start to question if I have a purpose when doing that thing. (Who knows it might even have to do with the price of Steem and the whole crypto market subconsciously getting me down...) Luckily I think we are all so early on here that we can do all sorts of things to see what we like before it goes mainstream, and we have a movers advantage too :)
I'm the same way, i have so many interests, my gf jokes with me I have a short attention span. This past winter I bought a wetsuit and a surfboard to winter surf on lake michigan, I've been out one time. Now I'm thinking about buying a short bus to convert to a camping bus and my gf sat me down the other day and said dude, you realize we have a surfboard sitting in the back bedroom, how long is this bus thing going to last. Prior to the surfboard I had a sailboat sitting in our driveway for a couple years lol
I think you're going to do great things here! I enjoy your posts because you talk about the current status and issues in the crypto world from a personal perspective. And I think others will appreciate whatever it is you decide to talk about and engage in.
I know how you're feeling though ... questioning your purpose for being here ... that's what it was like for me in the online dating scene (I think you read that article, right?) But after meeting Matt there, I guess I'm optimistic that good things can happen on Steemit too.
haha yes, I read it! I was a comment and then my computer died and I lost it! I met Brad in an AOL chat room, so I know exactly what you are talking about (Ugh!)
No way! You were so young, so I thought you must have been high school sweethearts. An AOL chat room ... I remember those days!
@helenoftroy that's a great point. When I first got in here 99% of the posts were about Steemit itself and/or cryptocurrency. I started doing content about business and entrepreneurship. While it was sometimes frustrating that there wans't more of hte content I like on here, I figured I'll be the first one to bring it here and if Steemit ever actually really takes off and YOutubers and other social media influencers start comming over here I'll have a head start and already be established in my niche.
That's great! I recently decided to treat Steemit more like a business and have started writing more articles to that effect. I'm excited to read what you write on the topic!