Steemit is a peculiar platform. It tends to support big names and certain topics. It has the right to do so to grow and attract more people to itself. Yet it cannot grow big enough if it eventually does not support the rest of us.
For the new ones , be patient and be who you are. Don't chase numbers before you understand yourself. In the beginning there is a lot of self discovery. Know yourself first and then you will find your place on the platform. You may not make thousands per post if you are not a big name elsewhere. But this could become your first platform from where your name gets known. Be honest , be original, be yourself .
Comment frequently but only positively. Negative comments will not help you or the community. Be thoughtful in your comments. Also be kind and you will make friends. That is the key. Friends are your life power and way more important than steem power. Focus on developing positive friendships and when you look back you won't regret what's in your wallet.
I wish you wisdom , knowledge and enlightenment.