I think every reader should re-read this post and try to work by it - not only it will create a better, more fun community for all of us, it will also help YOU being more successful financially in this platform and hopefully more powerful and influential with powerups you'll perform.
Creating your own content takes longer than stealing it from someone else - that's for sure, but it will help you get constant readers and supporters and it's your only chance to interest people whose vote has some value, while stealing will make those people flag you and erase what revenue you managed to make from the stolen posts.
Commenting - the most important aspect for new people in my view - try commenting on content you enjoy with good, to the point comments that will interest the post creator, he might upvote you or follow you and support your own post, build yourself a base of friends and prosper.
Checked and tried, trust me!