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Becoming famous takes hard work and determination, together with a strong will to succeed at all costs. However, fame is not just for the talented, as there are many untalented ways to become famous as well.

1. Reality shows like Big Brother and the X Factor, are two examples where everyday people have reached "instant" overnight fame. These shows are usually publicized by the T.V. companies before they begin, with details where auditions are to be held. Auditions are usually open to anyone who would like to participate, who is over the age of 18 years.

2. Singing is way to fame if you have a good voice. Look for singing work through a reputable talent agency. Many of these agencies advertise for new talent on the internet. They usually offer work in local bars, clubs, and sometimes on cruise liners. Reputable agencies do not usually charge for new talent to be put on to their books.

3. Modeling is a way to fame for those who have few skills. Take some classes, then contact an agency. Just looking good may open the right door. But be careful, as the world of modeling is full of scams and rip-offs. Always take someone along with you on your first booking. Model agencies usually charge to be put on to their books.

4. Become and actor or actress, by joining a local theatre club. These clubs are where even the most famous actors and actresses started out. They are good to get acting experience, and to get accustomed to performing in front of an audience. Ask the local drama school teacher for details where you can find the nearest theatre club.

5. Join a local sports club and you may get spotted by a talent scout. Sports are a way to fame for those who are good at them. Most towns have sports clubs where you can practice and participate in a local team. Most famous footballers were spotted playing for locals teams, as were others sports stars while playing their sports.

6. Invent something new, as everything that exists was invented by someone. New inventions are usually invented by people who find a need for something that does not exist, or for something that already exists, but does not work very well. Try to find a way to better something that already exists, as many things were invented in this way.

7. Get involved with a local political group, as becoming a Politician is a sure way to fame. If you are interested in politics, like the public spot light, and are good at speaking in public, then being a politician may be for you. Decide which political group suits you best. All worldwide leaders started out by joining local political groups.

8. Write a best-selling novel. A writer may not have a famous face, but a famous name is for certain. Try writing short stories and articles to develop your skills. There are many places where you can publish as a way of making a name for yourself. Contact an editorial company to see if they would be interested in your stories.

9. Start a business and grow it until it becomes a household name. Facebook, Microsoft, and Virgin Media, all have famous owners, although they were unknown when they first started out. Most of these business leaders never had the intention of becoming famous, however when their businesses became famous, so did they.

10. Finally, marry a famous person. Marriage is the simplest way to fame if you can find the right person to marry. Try frequenting places where the famous hang-out, such as bars, clubs and restaurants. Making friends with someone who is famous may be easier than you think, as many famous are married to ordinary people.

Remember, every famous person was at one time just like you. How did they become famous? Read about them, and decide whether you could do the same as they did. You never know, fame may be just around the corner!

Philip Albert Edmonds-Hunt is from the County of Oxfordshire in the United Kingdom. He has travelled most of Europe, and he has lived in Spain on more than one occasion. Philip has also travelled much of the USA and now lives and works as a Freelance Writer and English Teacher in Mexico. He is the owner of "The Oxford Quill," a small but reliable business offering a range of services such as, "Professional Article Writing, Proofreading, and Website Design." Philip's business also offers an extensive selection of professionally written e-books. If you would like to read more about talent agencies and model agencies, check out: https://sites.google.com/site/theoxfordquill/talent-agencies-and-model-agencies

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