You're welcome to the Hive family Emma, I hope you have a great time here and there are things that can help you do that.
Always engage well with other writers, I came here because you engaged on my post, even though it was not a quality comment though. Try avoiding using the words like nice, beautiful, and so on. When you read on a person's post, if you love what you read, make a contribution or ask questions, than just saying one word.
Stay consistent and persistent no matter what, that's the only way people will know you and want to follow you.
Don't be scared to ask questions where you are not clear.
Don't expect big votes!! Just do what you do and leave the rest.
You're welcome once more Emma.