Best TikTok Tips and Tricks to Grow Your Following
PKBM SILOAM - When I first started on TikTok, I had no idea what I was doing. Honestly, my first few videos were a mess—poor lighting, awkward transitions, and captions that barely made sense. But I kept posting, and little by little, things started to click. Now, my account has over 50k followers (not viral-famous, but hey, I’m proud of it), and I’ve learned a few things along the way.
Here’s the deal: TikTok isn’t just about dancing teenagers anymore. It’s a goldmine for creators in every niche, from cooking to personal finance to knitting. But growing your following? That takes more than just luck. Let me break down what’s worked for me—and the stuff I wish I’d known earlier.
Start with What You’re Passionate About
When I first joined TikTok, I tried copying what was trending—lip-syncs, dances, you name it. Big mistake. People can tell when you’re faking it. I shifted gears and started sharing quick tips on meal prepping (something I actually enjoy), and suddenly, my videos started getting more views.
Here’s why this works: TikTok’s algorithm rewards content that keeps viewers engaged, and you’ll be way more engaging if you’re genuinely into what you’re talking about. Plus, when you’re consistent with your niche, it helps TikTok figure out who to show your videos to.
Hook Viewers in the First 3 Seconds
TikTok isn’t a place for long intros. Trust me, I learned this the hard way. My first videos started with me saying, “Hi, my name is…” and guess what? People scrolled right past. Now, I start every video with something snappy like, “Did you know you’ve been storing avocados wrong your whole life?” Boom—instant interest.
If you’re not sure how to hook people, watch videos in your niche and take notes. What makes you stop scrolling? It’s usually a question, a bold statement, or something visually interesting right off the bat.
Use Trending Sounds and Hashtags
This one’s huge. TikTok loves trends, and using popular sounds or hashtags can give your content a massive boost. There’s a reason everyone and their grandma is lip-syncing to the same 10 audio clips—it works.
Here’s a tip within a tip: don’t just use trending sounds randomly. Make sure they fit your video. Once, I jumped on a trend with a funny sound clip about procrastination and tied it to meal prepping. That video got 300k views in a week.
Post at the Right Times
Timing matters. I used to post whenever the mood struck, but my videos flopped at 2 p.m. on a Tuesday. Now, I post when my audience is most active—usually evenings and weekends. TikTok’s analytics tool is your best friend here.
Check when your followers are online and experiment with posting around those times. But don’t stress too much; consistency is more important than timing.
Engage with Your Audience
I can’t stress this enough: reply to comments, follow people back, and interact with other creators. It makes your account feel like a real person, not a robot. I’ve had videos take off just because I replied to comments and kept the conversation going.
Plus, TikTok’s algorithm notices when people interact with your content. More engagement = more reach.
Be Patient and Keep Experimenting
Not every video will be a hit, and that’s okay. I’ve posted videos I thought were genius that barely cracked 100 views. Other times, I’ve thrown together something in 10 minutes, and it’s gone viral.
The key is to keep experimenting. Try different formats, lengths, and styles until you find what clicks. And don’t be afraid to fail—some of my “failures” taught me more than my successes.
Growing your TikTok following isn’t rocket science, but it does take effort and a willingness to learn. Don’t worry if you feel like you’re floundering at first. We’ve all been there! Just focus on creating content you love, staying consistent, and adapting as you go.
And hey, if you’ve got any tips that worked for you, drop them in the comments (or wherever this post ends up). I’m always learning too. Good luck out there—you’ve got this! 😊
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