Wander: Plans Are Overrated

About the Book📕

In this unconventional memoir-essay hybrid, I write about a philosophy of how to approach knowledge work using my experience during my science graduate training as a springboard.

Along the way, I confronted scientific dead ends ⚠️, grappled with career decisions that veered wildly off-script, and ultimately discovered the value of embracing uncertainty ✨.

As I wrote, I ended up with a thesis statement: “Plans are Overrated.” This is not to say plans aren’t important; rather, they’re not as important as you think—if you think they’re terribly important. 

Through anecdotes and mini-essays, Wander explores:

• How to think about your “information diet” 🍽️
• Practical productivity principles for modern knowledge workers.
• A philosophy of approaching failure that keeps moving you forward.
• The value of curating optionalities in an ever-changing world 🌎

Wander is equal parts reflective memoir and knowledge-work manifesto – a 10,000-word essay, short enough to be read in an hour. Whether you’re a scientist, a knowledge worker, or a lifelong learner, there is something in here for you.

Quotes 💬

A few quotes from the book.

Table of Contents 📄

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Pricing 🪙

This mini-book costs a minimum of $10. Otherwise, you can pay what you want.