I suspect that like with the majority of us, building will be slow and you will need some patience!
My advice is to engage. There are lots and lots of wonderful posts presented here everyday and I know I miss out on seeing most of them. If you engage regularly you will be remembered and will gain supporters. Comment, comment, comment and then the next day go back and comment again and your account will grow!
I did nominate you to C-Squared and I'll be rooting for you.