- Field notesThe way to get more engagement on LinkedIn is to optimize for comments, not likesIn 2026 that is first-person posts at least three times a week, replies when people comment, and comments ahead of likes.
- Field notesThe way to get more reposts on LinkedIn is posts other people will put their name onIn 2026 a repost is a statement about the person who shares it, so the post has to be one they will stand behind.
- Field notesThe way to get more profile views on LinkedIn is posting where people already areIn 2026 views follow visibility: consistent posts, comments on other posts, and an open profile people can land on.
- Field notesThe way to get more comments on LinkedIn is a direct question in the first hourIn 2026 that question sits at the end of the post, and you answer the first replies within the hour.
- Field notesThe way to get more saves on LinkedIn is posts readers want to use laterIn 2026 the posts that get saved are specific, structured, reusable, and usable the same day.
- Field notesThe fastest way to grow on Mastodon is to be a good community member firstIn 2026 you get found by being worth a follow, then boosts carry the post. Less algorithm, more community.
- Field notesThe way to grow on Facebook in 2026 is Reels, a Group, and a steady cadenceIn 2026 the three moves are Reels for reach, a Group for loyalty, and a cadence the feed keeps surfacing.
- Field notesThe way to grow on Dev.to is to stay active in the communityIn 2026 that means writing regularly, answering comments, and supporting other developers until you are recognizable.
- Field notesThe way to grow on Indie Hackers is daily participation and specific numbersIn 2026 the founders who grow here share numbers, failures, and tactics, about 15 to 20 minutes a day.