I suggest following people with different views on different topics. The experience is much better when you have a varied feed including ideas you may not agree with. You don't want an echo chamber. Start with notes you like. Follow that person. Then, look at the comments and follow people who make thoughtful remarks. Just keep doing that and you'll build up a solid feed. If you come across people you definitively don't like, people who troll, or engage in speech you find personally objectionable, you can mute them so they don't appear in your feed. It's a process, but if you stick with these guidelines, you'll be on your way to creating a great experience for yourself. Finally, don't be afraid to jump in and contribute with your own comments. Let people get to know you, and you'll end up with a great followers list over time.