The steem blockchain does not differ much from other centralized platforms. One of the vast difference between centralized and decentralized platform is that it rewards contributors/authours for their contributions.
WAYS TO GET CONTRIBUTION REWARDS
Interact with other steemians
One of the effective ways to get rewarded for your contributions and write-ups is to interact in the community as the saying goes,
a tree can not make a forest
The same way your friends on facebook, twitter and other social networks comment and like your posts when you make them, then others may like your post because they see it intrrsting.that is the same thing that happens here on steemit.
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As a steemian, you are expected to impact in the lives of other steemians and this can be done in various ways, making quality contents, upvoting posts that interests you and helping others grow in the platform by attending to questions when you can.
Be a member of a progressive community
There are many communities on steemit, the local, international and national communities 😉.
it's not all about belonging to a community, but contributing to the growth of the community
As a member of a community, you have to participate fully in the activities of that community, you have to help newbies in the community grow and you have to be a source of encouragement.
it is really more than the money.
A good name is better than silver and gold
Building a good reputation in your community does not only increase the number of followers you have, it also makes you a successful steemian.
Be humble
Humility really pays off...
A person with a humble spirit finds favour
Life itself is a setup, you have to be careful with the way you interact with steemians.
Respect all steemians you get to meet more matter how small they may be. A newbie deserves respect too.
Treat your fellow steemians with love. And it will be reciprocated.
PATIENCE AND CONSISTENCY
Everything in life follows the gradual law. Your getting there is just a matter of time. Don't despise your little beginning.
As a steemian who just got started on steemit, you shouldn't be expecting to earn as much as someone who has been on the platform for a longer time.
You will earn, your reputation will increase, but is needs patience and consistency
The more committed you are in the platform, the more you earn.
The more you give useful comments on good posts, the more you earn too.
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"BE A GIVER". VERY IMPORTANT
Keep steeming, keep posting, keep commenting and get new steemian friends daily.