Find a provider who is newbie friendly, active(i.e. answers references), and well known. That will give you a great running start. Having a P411 account will help too.
Originally Posted by modus
I completely agree! Post an ISO for a newbie friendly lady. From a ladies perspective, P411 is the best! Most ladies will still want a reference or 2 even with P411, but you are well on your way to smooth sailing in the verificatiin process. Screening on P411 takes a lady minutes to verify. It can take days on ECCIE to get verified. Good luck and welcome! Xoxo