Oh wow, thanks so much! I think that's exactly what I need to get started. I don't need tons of gold, just a more steady stream of income so I can get ready for the griffon and skyscale, while learning to get into the groove of things. Really appreciate the links as well!
I've tried my first T1 fractals today and it's quite manageable, managed to sprint myself to Auric Basin but struggling to get around due to lack of masteries, so I think I got a few places to slowly settle into before attempting more ambitious things. Silverwastes seems like a great place to familiarise with the map farming, will give that a shot next.