In a competitive niche, having a "baseline" of followers can prevent your channel from looking empty, potentially making real users more likely to hit the follow button.

A high follower count can make your profile look more established to new, organic viewers or potential professional collaborators.

If a professional brand or filmmaker notices your follower-to-engagement ratio is skewed, it can damage your professional reputation as a creator. Best Practices for Growth

Avoid adding thousands of followers overnight; gradual growth looks more natural.