Getting a job tattooing

Sienna

I've always had a love for art and tattooing but only recently got into the tattooing side of it. I'm wondering if there's anyone here who owns or works in a shop who can give me some tips or pointers about what to do and what not to do while working towards officially becoming a tattoo artist. The picture is of the first one I've done on skin (on myself) I know I need alot more practice but it was a cover up tattoo aswell. I know tattooing isn't a joke or just for fun, I would love nothing more than to make this my life long career! Thank you!