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The Psychology Of Fame: Be Famous Without Breaking The Bank

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Fame means you want to be seen, heard, and maybe even have a fan account. Oftentimes, people assume you need a million dollars and a reality TV show like BBN to become famous. But in reality, you don’t!

In a world where social media and digital storytelling is the new norm, fame is no longer just for celebrities. 

Now, the question is: is it possible to achieve fame, without spending a fortune? Anyone with a smartphone can become famous, your phone is your production studio. All you need is your story and vibessss.

From YouTubers and TikTok creators to meme-makers, fame has become more possible than before.

Let’s take a look at the psychology of fame and how not to break the bank while chasing it!

1. Find Your Niche And Voice

Owning your niche gives people a reason to remember you.

Fame is not about how much money you have or spend, it’s how well you capture attention.

You don’t need everyone to love you. Just find your people, and keep posting amazing content. Own your niche, get weird, and be remembered.

2. Create Consistently

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Fame is built on showing up, and sharing your ideas regularly on social media. Keep posting like it’s what you were born to do.

One day you’re ignored, the next day you’re trending for starting a new dance challenge, even though you’re just jumping and rolling on the floor.

Quality matters, but consistency is what keeps people coming back.

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3. Social Proof

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Screenshot the “nice work!” comment from that important person and pin it. Also, collaborate with fellow creators like yourself.

Getting familiar with others who are respected in your field can boost your significance and authenticity, without you having to spend a dime.

When someone is seen as important or worthy, others are more likely to pay attention to them.

Fame is shaped by media narratives. Social media creates characters out of people, which makes fame all the more contagious!

4. Don’t Just Post, Engage.

Fame is not just about being seen, it’s about being remembered, and people remember those who make them feel heard. 

You should reply comments made under your posts, appreciate your followers, ask questions (make them feel included in your story), and make use of emojis.

Remember, people love to be seen, just like you do!

5. Make Yourself Searchable

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Make sure people can find you. Use relevant keywords, hashtags, and SEO-friendly titles for your content.

If someone hears about you and decides to google your name, your work should be seen, and not an empty LinkedIn profile. Or get directed to something else entirely; like news about COVID breakout in 2020.

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Ultimately, fame shows what we value, who we reward, and what stories we choose to imitate. Understanding what drives fame helps us go about it more carefully, and using the knowledge to create meaningful, relatable content without getting broke.

If your fame is rooted in authenticity, creativity, and relatability, it grows stronger. But if your goal is just attention, it fades.

You can start by signing up on Fusion.ng, join at least 5 communities, make new besties, set up your wallet, and start creating amazing content!

Now that we know what drives fame, and how not to go broke in its pursuit,  join the Finance 101 community on Fusion for financial advice, so you can avoid getting broke in a bid to become famous.

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Oluwabamike Adesugba
Oluwabamike Adesugba
Oluwabamike (Bam Bam) Adesugba is currently a digital marketing intern interested in knowing all that marketing entails. One could say, she loves the content creation aspect more, as well as getting to write and publish her own work. Oluwabamike takes pleasure in reading books, watching horror movies, and meeting new friends.

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