When I help someone new in this platform, then the welcome I tell them: be original. Steemit is not another simple social network, steemit is the best social network you ever have. Take it seriosly and follow the rules. Steemit has all the tools to take you to the best way. Make your post with your oun photos and written. Take care your grammar, avoid the plagiarism and the abuse, do not ask for follow and upvote. Be kind in the comments and avoid the short words. If have a questions I try to answer or look at the link like @inquiringtimes that has very much informations. The Tags are important too, must be according to what is written on the blog. When someone start is very important have another person for follow or guide.