Welcome to Steem @jarett504.
Do read A thumb rule for steemit minnows - 50:100:200:25 for starter tips.
Spend time reading Steem Blue Paper to know how Steem blockchain works and if you still have any queries ask them on our Ask me anything about Steemit post and we will try to answer that.
All the Best!!!
I read the rule of thumb, cool concept for learning how to use this platform. Definitely useful and will be able to help a lot of other new users get adjusted and comfortable to understand how this site can be used. Thanks