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Fearne, Grimmy & Greg: How to break into radio

You hear them every day on the radio and they're at the top of their game - so just how do you work your way up to becoming a Radio 1 presenter?

It's takes years of honing your craft, working hard and seizing opportunities, but if anyone knows how to get there, it's Fearne Cotton, Nick Grimshaw and Greg James.

We nabbed all their best tips, along with some words of wisdom from Radio 1 Controller Ben Cooper. So take it all in and who knows, we might be seeing you in a few years' time...

So where do you start?

Accept every opportunity while you're still learning

Surely you just get 'found'?

Be prepared to work hard and make sacrifices...

And professionalism is key

Always take inspiration from the world around you

So what's the secret to being a good presenter?

So seize the moment when it arrives

Most importantly, do it because you love it!

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