Ya, there are a few posts about steemit around that will give you the idea of how to use it.
Stuff like @randowhale can be used to a users advantage if done right.
The more you participate in the steemit community, the more it gives back. I suggest being polite, helpful, and honest when ever possible... but, again, I havent been here long, and Im still figuring out the ropes.

My best tip for this place, is to introduce yourself.
Make a post about you, put in some pictures from the area... talk about stuff you enjoy... people like to learn about their writers on this platform. Use the tag introduceyourself

But... again, just suggestions...