Here's a kick to get you started. You give 10% of the karma you have so a newbie has and gives a small amount of karma. It is almost like a very very loose rating thing. If people like what you say or do or the advice you give or asking a good question. Many things can get you karma. So spread it around as you see fit.
And on a more serious note. I would put in another shrimp or some flake food. Personally I would like to see a larger amonia spike to be sure you have a good buildup of bacteria. I believe the recommendation is to have amonia between 1 and 2 for about a week to be sure you are established. That is what I am doing with my new tank anyway. The cycle takes a bit longer but you have a more stable system to add livestock to.