It’s a good idea to manage expectations but it’s not a simple if it’s impos#ivle to do well relatively quickly, it’s just not easy and there are some issues which you are probably better off not getting too involved in.

If you just treat it like any social media and just accept the money that comes as an added bonus you will be sure to have a much better time here than if you plan on making easy money. If that’s what you want, there are better ways. Steemit is really whatever you make it though. For me it’s a way to build community and share ideas and be rewarded for it, but it takes time.