Tips for a new Redux player? (2nd ED)

[Martok]

So I've started up an English campaign, but I admit I'm at a bit of a loss as to what I should do first. (In case it matters, I'm playing Normal difficulty with the Large unit setting.)

As it appears that troops are more expensive now, I decided to first build a couple money structures (trading posts, improved farmland, etc.). Also, I'm holding off on recruiting units until I have a little bit more of an economy going.

I'm curious as to what the rest of you guys do in the beginning. Any input or advice would be appreciated.