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There is lots of great info here, do a lot of reading and ask lots of questions. Good community here.
This post is considered old by some, but is spot on with what you need to do to make your sites successful.
The post is Successful Site in 12 Months with Google Alone...26 steps to 15k a day. [webmasterworld.com]
It covers all of the basics.
Good Luck
jb