A good way to network and meet other steemit users would be to join the Steemit chat @ https://steemit.chat
Just post and be yourself! Make interesting content and you will be paid for it. Don't lose hope if your first few posts don't make much, grow now, earn later!
Welcome to steemit!
That's my advice to you. Have fun!
Try this post. It should get you on the right track.
https://steemit.com/minnowsunite/@rebeccaryan/how-to-successfully-steem-minnow-schooling-offering-valuable-tips-that-directly-influence-payouts
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