Thank you for this opportunity @gamsam
I have learnt how to be successful on steemit from @accelerator.
Here are the things I learnt

The way to make rewards at the start is to comment like a pro!
Say something interesting to prove you've actually read the post.
Ask a relevant question - this means you are more likely to get engagement.
Do not beg for votes, follows, resteems etc - this is not Facebook and most established users are sick of it!
Then test out one or two niches that you enjoy writing about.
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