To create real value, must be done by having something to say. I’ve tried to get followers and posts to get attention by different approaches and come to the 
conclusion that in the long run having something that really mean something is the best approach in the long run.
If steemit is going to become a forum where it’s currency is gonna be of substantial value in the future, the posts needs to bare real meaning. That’s what I firmly believe. But before you will be heard or read you will need followers. Wich means you have to start commenting on others and help the ones you consider are of interest or in any way supportive for you.