I started steemit from the influence of a Friend but then the tutorial I had from him were not enough. I wrote my introduction post wanting to put his name in the tag but an helper showed up. My first step on steemit after my introduction post that didn't bring much, was congratulating a user for reaching a milestone of 3000 follower who gave me an upvote of $6. This really helped as it gave me enough encouragement as to continue in the steemit community. But currently help from friends and some giveaway are what make me stand in the community.