Steemit for Passionate Newcomers: Navigation Tools
Steemit is most definitely the next best thing after a self-hosted blog or website.
For those of you wide-eyed newcomers who want to make it big on here, read on.
It is possible. You'll benefit from the following essential tips. . .
While the platform is indeed cutting-edge and avant-garde, it still remains a community with its certain cliques and preferences. Therefore, take heart if you feel invisible even though you've posted a series of high-quality content within the first few days or weeks of arrival. There are a few hacks to take on board and apply:
1. Focus on honing your microniche and building your tribe. This is done by reaching out and commenting (see #4 below) and posting content that is:
Authentic - true to you.
Transparent - the more you share, the more you get back.
Interactive - invite people to comment or ask questions to take the content to a new level and build connections and relationships.
Proactive - if you're a humble, introverted person like me don't hesitate to hustle for upvotes or resteems, and follows. Ask and you shall receive!
Well-presented and formatted - Take some time to read other bloggers, experiment, and refine the craft of blogging. This guy is great: @scrooger pimp your post with markdown
2. Be neither daunted nor discouraged. Complications and confusion are just opportunities to learn. If you find the infrastructure complicated, it's ok to ask! There are plenty of technowizards on here who are happy to help. And don't worry about money or doubt the quality of your posts: you're not here to fulfil expectations; you're here to share your truth.
3. Don't post just for the sake of 'keeping up with the Joneses' You'll find that the best and most lucrative posts come from a burning desire to share your insights with others.
4. Reach out and Comment. This is a crucial exercise that will get you out of self-absorbed mode and into extroverted, altruistic mode. It's easy. All you have to do is search for the trends in your niches of interest and start a rapport with others. And posting encouraging, thoughtful comments on Hot Topics can contribute to the expansion of your wallet ;)
As a result of applying these tools with sustained intent, you will inevitably and effortlessly bear witness to some amazing outcomes. Yes, you'll get paid to create content, but you will also find wealth in:
a) Enjoying an interactive, dynamic tribe. The connections and relationships you establish on this platform is enriching and can lead to further avenues and ventures...and adventures!
b) Becoming a better writer. As you post consistently high-quality content, your skills as a writer will skyrocket.
c) Becoming a more proactive and positive person.
So, there you have it! I'd be happy to answer any questions and comments. Feel free to share this post with others, upvote, and follow.
Be free, have fun, have faith
All good advice - not that you can take my word for it as I haven't been here a week yet! I agree that being yourself is important too.
I think steemit can be really great for writers as it helps you get in the habit of writing regularly. When I was doing my PhD, I saw Hugh Kearns (author of Turbocharge Your Writing ) give a talk about how to maximise your output - the key thing is that the best way to avoid writer's block is to get in the habit of writing on a regular schedule. He also said you should write before getting distracted by social media, so maybe create your post before replying to comments and commenting on the great work of others.
My only newbie stumble is that I got a bit over-excited with my voting and now have to wait days for it to recharge enough to be worth anything. (I just hope people aren't offended when I comment but don't upvote for the next day or two.). Ah well, live and learn.
Ah yes, I like the Maximising Output method. Important not to over-obsess about quality...and once you're in the groove the quality comes of its own accord it seems. Likewise with the newbie stumble - nobody makes the first jump!