Never ever say "follow for follow" or F4F. I comment on any content that makes me feel engaged. I write longer pieces, but more often just share what I am doing along with a few comments. Using pictures and HTML helps posts "pop" if I feel I am writing something great I use markdown! Also concentrate on building something, a community, a following, a single tag even: The money might come in later, but the value is more important now.
Ok. I'll take that advice. Thank you.