Thank you for the tips! They are very helpful for newbies like me.
More and more I think that doing what you love the most without comparing yourself with trending authors is the answer and the key.
There is a market/likeminded group for everything under the sun. Just be yourself and stay for long term. Second being probably the most important because it's the part of philosophy of Steemit brand - longevity and long term impact.
Thank you for the post again. I am so glad I've subscribed! I'll be checking more of your posts - the content seems to be incredibly valuable.