You need to be able to be self-motivated and encourage yourself here. If you only gain encouragement by achieving followers you will fail fast. I have been around here for 3 years and in that time I have never once asked for someone to follow me; It is not considered the done thing.

People will look at your posts either organically or will investigate your posts due to the engagement you show and the relationship you build, it is that simple. People will not do so because you ask them.

There are no short cuts, a user must do the work, out in the effort and the rewards will come. Just like in life.