Fame is a fickle mistress, and yet we’re chasing it more than ever. Of course, there’s a very good reason why Millennials and Gen Xers are super-driven to achieve fame. The opportunity to become famous is now greater than ever thanks to social media and this wonderful thing called the internet.

The democratization of content has sparked our own 21st century renaissance, a time when some of humanity’s most creative expressions are being showcased across multiple, diverse movements around the world. Oh, what a time to be alive! We are not only witnessing this Netnaissance (as we’ve come to call it), but are part of it, a period that will forever be etched as a poignant and pivotal point in human history.

Romance aside, becoming and staying famous is no easy feat, especially when you only have 15 seconds to get it right. Luckily, you’re not from America’s Got Talent, and your chances of finding success on Instagram Reels are much higher when your judges are millions over just three. So whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned TikToker, here’s a guide that will (hopefully) help you get famous and influential.

How you approach something can make a world of difference in terms of results. There are a number of aspects where a sincere and dedicated approach is absolutely necessary.