Hi Dana, thanks for sharing your process :)) I also tried spreadsheets at the beginning.. Stopped for a host of reasons, most due to well-being.
Found a Medium enhancement tool that keeps track of key factors important to me.
I know in my heart who are true supporters and make it a daily goal to search, read and find new writers as support my loyal followers.
I did learn that not all who appear to be supporters are genuine. You will spot her by multiple notifications to your inbox daily, often for the same story, throughout the day.