How do I gain more followers on Twitter?

[Social Diva]

Yes, these things happen as there are people out there who are into the following-unfollowing game. Let me explain more. They follow you for the hope of you following them back ...and when you do, they unfollow you. For them, it's all a number's game - of increasing their popularity. What's your goal in using Twitter? If you ask me, I'd rather have a few, but engaged followers than thousands to millions of faceless folks. I want people who care for my stuff and for this, you simply have to listen and engage to your tweeps as if you would converse with them in the real world. I've found this hilarious video on how people unknowingly sabotage their online relationships - to explain my point further. Enjoy!