Also remember while that EVERYONE will tell you content is king, well his Queen is traffic, and you need to keep that woman happy! 8)
What you said above is awesome
Im a newbie and have only been at it a couple years - I agree 100 perceny with the above - I found out more things that dont work then actual things that worked really good - To add to the advice Id suggest a site meter of some sort - Also make porn a hobby till you figure it out - Its way more fun then the money your going to make