3 years ago, my dream job was cancelled.
Emily's Wonder Lab helped inspire the next generation of scientists. I pitched dozens of science experiments for more seasons, but they weren't interested.
What do you do when your dream is cancelled?
You pivot.
I turned the experiments into a book series.
They became a #1 NYTimes Best Seller.
I used all the money I made from the books to hire a production company to help me turn each of the 100 science experiments into a YouTube series.
Introducing: Emily's Science Lab. It launches tomorrow.
Here's to controlling our own destiny ;)
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Going to college? Here's some advice:
1. Always go to class. Just being present will save you more times than you'll know.
2. Check your student email daily, and keep your notifications on so you don't miss potentially important announcements.
3. Familiarize yourself with your course's syllabus and your online page. Many of your questions are likely answered in these places.
4. Talk to your professors if you are ever confused or don't know the answer to something. They'll point you in the right direction.
5. It never hurts to ask for an assignment extension. Most instructors will give you that extra time, especially if you ask in advance.
6. If you have trouble with procrastination, be honest with yourself and designate blocks of time to do your work. Finding the right study location can also help.
7. If you can't make it to class for whatever reason, email your prof and let them know you won't be in class. You don't need to give them an entire essay explaining why, but a heads up is always nice.
8. Please spell your instructors' names correctly. It's literally right there on the syllabus.
9. If you're in a smaller class, try to say at least one thing during the discussion every day. Ask a question, share your two cents. Participation goes a long, long way.
10. Be understanding of others' differences. This is likely the first time in your life you're surrounded by this many people from this many different places. Not everybody grew up like you or has similar experiences. Embrace that fact, be open, and be kind. College is way more fun that way.
Feel free to add your own advice!
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Stay tuned for more information as applications open this spring.
@laurahunsaker@frenchnbookish I had an editor suggest I keep my chapters to 10 pages or less. I'm guessing it has something with needing a break to reset, even if you're gonna dive right into the next chapter.