South Africa, Feb. 12 -- 1.Start now and use any platform available

Martin Bester, host of Jacaranda FM's flagship breakfast show, Breakfast With Martin Bester, firmly believes in taking action.

Waiting for the "perfect moment" is one of the biggest mistakes aspiring broadcasters can make.

"My advice is to start as soon as you can on whatever platform is available to you: whether it's school radio, varsity, community radio or even social media," says Bester.

"It doesn't matter who's on the other side. It doesn't matter how big or small the audience is. What matters is getting comfortable, building confidence and sharpening your skills as a presenter or entertainer."

He also encourages young talent to embrace the accessibility of toda...