You have started at the right spot here at SEOmoz.org
some links to consider:
http://www.seomoz.org/learn-seo
http://www.seomoz.org/community
There are so many highly skilled people here who are willing to help, but the basics should be done with your own motivation and efforts.
When it comes to the stage where you have more detailed questions, you'll be amazed the feedback you'll get here at SEOmoz.
have fun:-)
