Hive can be quite daunting when you first start as it's totally different from normal social media, that's why its crucial to build your network and learn from others.
With regards to voting,its true your current voting power isn't worth anything. But upvoting gives you an excuse to visit other peoples blog and show your support. It also enables you to earn some curation rewards no matter how little it is. It all adds up in the end.
Try engaging with others, find topics that interest you, read their blog, support and comment, so people know you exist. Don't try to chase for votes from whales as everyone does it and it could backfire.
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