Tags are very important. Use 4 tags instead of 5 because there is a bug in the system.... bla bla, so only use 4. Choose your tags wisely. When you see the main page on steemit you will see the most popular tags on the right. According on what you write, choose 4 tags and post.
Promote your post on steemitchat.com (you will need a different account, use the same username as the one u use on steemit, so users know who you are). Add yourself to all the groups you find interesting & promote your posts on the chats ( follow the rules of each chat room) Promoting on the chat rooms is free and will get your post out there.
Follow people and steem on!!!