Recommendations For New Players

I would say to a new player to try the things that aren't perfect. Lazy, slob, paranoid, klepto, ect. Branch out with traits and jobs in general. Have sims with different skills from each other, not just the ones that get rich fast. If you're a live player it really helps keep things interesting.

If you're a builder trying to duplicate different architecture styles can help you learn the tools (and limitations boo) and consider new ways to build that aren't your go to styles.