Beginner of Beginners

Hi, I'm Kayla. I am very new at crocheting and I want to get the basic downs first. If there's any techniques or tools I need to be able to do so please let me know. I've provided a pic of a magic ring/circle I've down about 100 times already. I feel it's too tight and that I'm not holding the hook/needle right or my hand placement is off. I've ordered some things (Finger ring yarn holder and better crocheting hooks/needles). I would like to start of with making a basic beanie. But I want to have the basics down first. I have a bunch of yarn and materials. Any tips would be very much appreciated!