Not a frequent poster her but I'd like to contribute by 2 cents for advice geared to complete newbies.

When you begin taking the pill, many here advocate for self-improvement as a start. I definitely agree with that, but depending on "where" exactly you're starting, I would also recommend starting to pursue plates as early as the first few months of you taking the pill.

If you're decent looking and could likely pull a 6 or a 7, I suggest starting to cast nets to look for your first plates. Try to do this as passively as possible so that it doesn't drain away a huge amount of time. I would recommend using an autoliker for Tinder, OKC and hitting up the odd house party from time to time.

At some point, you will likely hook up with a girl. From there, take a different approach then what you would normally. The second time you meet, don't deescalate the level of sexuality. IE: don't take her out figure skating or to the movies. That sets the tone of that you are interested in a traditional relationship. By hooking up with her a second time, it ensures that the tone of the relationship is set up as a fwb.

Eventually, while starting to improve yourself via TRP, you should try spinning 1-2 plates. Of course they may not be the hottest girls in the world, but these relationships are important stepping stones towards your own self-development. You might be surprised how emotionally difficult it is to avoid the temptation of turning a plate into an LTR. Moreover, you will also notice the way you interact with people will change. If you're having regular sex, it affects you on every level: you won't give off the vibe that you're thirsty and you will start to become a lot more outcome neutral when it comes down to interactions with the fairer sex.

TLDR: Start spinning plates early to develop a TRP mindset.