Here is a quick list of some methods that are advisable to keep in mind if you aim to get good number of upvotes on your steem posts:
- Talk about what's trending already.
- Be original. A lot of people try to copy paste. Well that doesn't work here. The content has to be rich and original.
- Keep it lively. The trick to getting to a greater audience is to take care of everyone's need. Don't make it too serious, technical, funny or one sided. You have too make sure it has something for everyone.
- Make it relatable, if people can connect to what you're talking about. They tend to read the whole thing, upvote and also leave some happy comments.
- One last and very important factor is to stay regular. You have to post regularly in order to have an audience base that you can trust.