Britney Spears' own app is finally here. American Dream just hit the iTunes app store this week, and while it's being marketed as a mere mobile game, we're already gleaning some important career lessons from the pop princess. Here are the 15 most crucial things I learned about being a pop star, according to Britney Spears. Pay attention, dreamers.
1. Start Small — No Job Is Beneath You
2. Believe In Yourself (& Hang Out At Starbucks)
3. Smile For The Cameras
4. Social Media Can Be Your Best Friend
5. ...& Your Worst Enemy
6. Jealous People Will Shade You
7. Go To Industry Parties, Find A Hard-Drinking Agent, & Impress Her
8. Look Sexy & Cool
9. Or, Wear Whatever The Hell You Want (& Put In The Hard Work)
10. Invent Your Own Genre
11. Make Your Album Art Stand Out
12. Network, Network, Network
13. Prepare To Go Broke — It's An Investment In Your Future
14. Find A Hot Music Video Director
15. Self-Promotion Is Key
And, if you're very lucky, friends and money will start falling out of the sky. Plus you'll get to hang out with Britney. Thanks for the advice, girl!
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