Welcome to Steemit. My advice is to stay dedicated if you want to succeed. Treat Steemit like you would treat a job. Faithfully dedicate a piece of time every day. Make it part of your schedule. I have two young kids and a wife, so I get up at 4 each morning to make sure I have quiet time for Steemit before they are awake.

I believe your success here directly depends on your level of effort. Good luck!