Since I had no experience as an online entrepreneur, I had no knowledge of what the path to success entailed.
In hindsight I would have sought out a Mentor. Some might say trial and error is the best way, but that was my path, and it may be A path, but it's not the BEST path.
Find a successful person that is willing to Mentor you. Soak up everything you can, and when you are successful, become a mentor yourself!