Ten surefire ways to increase your popularity:

1. Always be seen in the company of a person of the opposite sex.
2. (Women) Get cosmetic surgery or use makeup and clothing to alter peoples’ perception of your shape. (Men) Wear platform shoes and bulkier clothing up top.
3. Buy showy high status objects (cars, houses, etc.), jewelry, clothing, etc.
   
4. Join the “in” crowd, club, business, or organization.
5. Always appear upbeat, happy, and friendly to everybody.
6. Never let people see you think or engage in planning.
7. Converse about “in” topics, fashionable pastimes, or people.
8. Never say anything negative about others.
9. Never disagree with anyone or say anything that goes against popular thought.
10. If you are in the limelight, get a very thick skin. Once you get popular, people will take verbal shots at you and your reputation. Get ready for their rumors or insults.