My instrument skills are weak
[...]
I want to get my CFII as
soon as I can. What steps
should I take to get it done?


I don't know the answer to the question you are asking. But I am prompted to
ask why you want to be a CFII if your instrument skills are weak. Why do you
want to teach something you don't know?

I'd say (opinion only) your first task is to get good instrument skills, and
learn more about weather flying.

Jose

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