We all want to "make it" in work and in life, and you don’t need to be a star to do it. This book will help you see why we want fame—and give you ideas how. This book is funny, insightful and empowering. There are a million ways to get buzz today, press, social, videos, music. Now, start listening to this book, rock star.

How did they do it? From Lady Gaga to Wang Deshun to Nelson Mandela, from Michelle Phan to Michael Jordan to Perez Hilton to Paris to Ellen to the Dog Whisperer to Edward Snowden to the Wright Brothers and more, the stories about how they became part of pop culture is a fun listen. Their lessons will help you succeed.

Fame is “the state of being known or talked about by many people, especially on account of notable achievements.” We all want to be famous for different reasons, from Kim to the Jackass crew.

There are over 8 billion paths to fame, because that’s how many people are on the planet. Each of us can change, improve ourselves, and acquire the skills we need to become known. We can become fitter, funnier, faster, and bolder. We can each employ tactics to get attention, from protesting something you are against to breaking a record to singing a song. You can prank the queen of a European nation, or you can leap from the highest building at a single bound in a wingsuit and survive. You can seek fame simply for the sake of the lifestyle, but that might be as empty a goal as a moth seeking a flame. Instead, you can find a reason to become famous, a purpose, then assimilate some some doable ideas from this book to achieve your goals. This book can help you get a little press, and then you can build on your successes.

It’s totally legitimate for all of us to follow our dreams and satisfy our longing to be recognized for our achievements. It might be easy for you, but it will probably take time and perseverance. Work hard and best of luck!