Justin Bieber by Gerri Brousseau

I’m sitting here tonight watching a TV program about Justin Bieber.  Yes, I’m old enough to be his grandmother, but I’m intrigued by this young man.  He is 18 years old, and has been on the music scene since he was 16 (I think).  The program is following him “All Around The World” and watching this really amazes me.  In one segment it shows Justin traveling in London with his younger sister (who appears to be around 10).

This young man is a dedicated artist who works 16-18 hour days.  This young entertainer has his head screwed on right.  He takes time out to visit hospitals, is involved in charities (not only by support of money, but also by support of time), he is kind to all his fans and, honestly, I was totally amazed by this kid.

He started his career by posting a video on You Tube.  He took his career to the place where it is by using Social Media.  He tweets to his fans, and responds to their tweets.  This is not to say he is not a talented artist, but this guy has taken his career to the level of frenzy of The Beatles or Michael Jackson.  I believe he would have had a great career, but he has taken it to an even more fantastic level by using Social Media.

Now, what does this have to do with writing?  Well … if Justin Bieber could make his career soar to the heights it has by adding in the use of Social Media, why couldn’t you, as an author, do the same thing?

Another thing this intelligent young man did when he first started out was to hook up with his mentor, Usher.  Wow … could this also be done by an author to help them become better at their craft?  You bet.

Of course, he has talent, but this young man knows how to get himself out there.  Do you think self promotion by Social Media could expand your career?  What other avenues would you use to promote your career?

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