Hi @humanearl
Steemit is a young and developing family. The main principle of this family is to support each other. Without support, your posts will not collect cents. Therefore, it is important to be socially active here. You support - support you. This is what the principle of reciprocity says.
It is important to find your own way and follow it. Do what you can do - tell me what you know. Over time, you will have regular readers and you will have constant support. The main thing is not to give up. Everyone started here alone - but everyone got friends.
Steemit is a growing family, so work and enjoy the process :)