New to Social Networking – Need Beginner Advice

I’m new to social networking methods and trying to understand how people grow and monetize social media accounts. I’ve seen strategies for different platforms, but as a beginner it’s hard to know where to start. Which platform would you recommend focusing on first, and what should a newbie learn before trying any advanced methods?

Start with one platform where your target audience is most active, and master its native content format first (e.g., Reels for Instagram/TikTok). Before any advanced tactics, learn basic content creation, analytics interpretation, and community engagement. Build a genuine audience of at least 1,000 engaged followers before attempting serious monetization.

I recommend starting with Instagram or TikTok, and first learn the basics of content creation, consistency, audience engagement, and platform rules before trying any advanced growth or monetization methods.