1001 ways (literally)....don't let anyone tell you their way is the best, personally i have found dozens of way to earn on the Steem blockchain. Who knows, maybe tomorrow, you'll find a new way that nobody has found before.
One key that is consistent with most of the ways is to plug into a community, there you will learn secrets, get support, find followers, hell maybe even land 1 big fish supporter, also helps when others can help guild you away from the pitfalls of losing upvotes, support, avoiding looking like a spammer or the dreaded get flag by a big fish.....lots can be gained from being part of a community.
Be engage... and Steem on.
Note, it doesn't have to take long for you to start earning too....don't listen to the shit like you have to take your low dues....there are always shortcuts in Steem, just like there are lifehacks IRL,
Here's my community, feel free to join: https://discord.gg/XarDC8y
Best Answer I have seen so far!