Seems so different than twitter...yet strangely more sophisticated...

if you've had a chance to read the link right below karma that tells you how to increase it.

You'll have to let me know when you're back. I'll send you a welcome plurk!

some say change your profile and or settings...not sure if it makes a difference

thekyleguy - dont worry about it. If you use the network, your karma will rise!

btw, welcome!

Add to your profile, that is a big karma boost!

best tip is to HAVE FUN. You will learn a lot about your behavior by following karma_trends Karma updates 6x / day.