Assalamu Alaikum - Looking to Guide My Community to Allah SWT

Assalamu Alaikum, I reverted to Islam a little over a year ago. I'm a gypsy Romanian and I think I'm one of the only Muslims in a pretty wide area. The nearest masjid I know of is around 100 km away and was started by immigrants. I won't lie, I'm not hugely learned in Islam (though I can talk about the basics - the five pillars, the Qur'an, and general principles). How can I encourage others to see this way without attacking Christianity or causing conflict? I've had a few conversations with some elders here and they were surprised to learn about Islam and how wrong some of their assumptions were. The children like me and look up to me. People generally respect me and don't show hostility. I struggle with how to start building a muslim community here. I've even thought about trying to build a masjid, but I'm still a sinful, imperfect man, and I'm poor. Insha'Allah that will change - I'm planning to start a business to give people work and train adults in skills while helping the younger ones learn beneficial knowledge. Do you think if I become successful and remain firm in my deen people will be guided to Islam? Or should I actively try to pursue inviting them? JazākAllāhu khayr for any advice.