If you want to grow your reputation, that number next to your user name, there are three words you should NEVER say in succession on the Steemit platform, as a post:
Please
Follow
Me
This is a guarantee that people will not take your work seriously.
Please share posts that make the community stronger.
In time you may see the rewards of your efforts.
Btw, the tags on the left of the 'new' page are great topics to blog on. They are listed in order of highest postings.
I hope this helps. If you have any questions, let me know!
Peace.
RE: please follow me