Much better than I can do, welcome to the blockchain!

Please have a read of this.. it's past it's payout so don't vote it.

https://steemit.com/steem/@slobberchops/the-non-definitive-newbie-survival-guide-to-the-steem-blockchain

I'm not an automated machine replying.., I'm from close to Manchester, UK.

The original OpenMic is gone, but there are other things available. @steevc may be able to help you there.