I have created a series for minnows if you are interested:
https://steemit.com/minnow/@cryptoctopus/if-i-was-a-minnow-on-steemit-i-would-part-1
https://steemit.com/minnow/@cryptoctopus/if-i-was-a-minnow-on-steemit-i-would-part-2
https://steemit.com/minnow/@cryptoctopus/if-i-was-a-minnow-on-steemit-i-would-part-3
You spent way too much time on creating content. 20% of your time should be spent on creating content and 80% getting to know people who would follow you and your content.
Nice, thank you, going to read them now