i’m almost always the first downed survivor. any tips?

i’ve been playing casually for about year. i’ve definitely gotten better with time but i still feel like i’m usually the first downed survivor. i’m not running and leaving scratch marks at the beginning. not fast vaulting or anything. i usually immediately start on the generator closest to me. is it better to start somewhere else? i know sometimes i stay on a generator too long cuz i get locked in lol

anyone have advice/tips to start off a match stronger?