I've Got a Secret 👀 | Leaving Academia? New Job? Moving?

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Kaelyn Grace Apple | Historian in Training

11 күн бұрын

In today's video I am sharing a big (and honestly sort of scary) life update! So much has changed recently and I hope that you will stick around for this next, very exciting chapter 🤗
BTW there is an audio mistake from 19:33-12:00 (sorry about this! I just accidentally made it quieter)
Title: I've Got a Secret 👀 | Leaving Academia? New Job? Moving?
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@JeckaLeV 9 күн бұрын

No matter what field, what background, whatever the different circumstances are. Whenever I hear the words “I have landed my dream job” come out if someone’s mouth I cannot help by to tear up for them. I am so happy for you! And how things fall in to place! You work so hard and you are so worthy of all the good that comes your way! Please don’t stop filming 😂 you’re great motivation and I love that you’ve created a community where we can cheer each other on! 🎉 congrats !!

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

🥺 thank you so much friend! And I am going full steam ahead on KZfaq in the last 6 months of 2024 so many videos to come!!

@JeckaLeV 9 күн бұрын

And one more thing to add, not that you need any validation at all, but you are making all the right choices! Your instincts are incredible. Never doubt them. 😊

@samantham.5947 8 күн бұрын

Congratulations! I’ve been working a few part-time jobs while doing a full-time PhD for a few years. While it’s definitely hard, it’s so rewarding. Your community is proud of you for pursuing the path that suits you best.

@07lovelylauren 9 күн бұрын

This is great news! I work full time and self fund my Ph.D. It’ll be awesome to see content for those in the same position.

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much friend

@juliab7178 8 сағат бұрын

This is such a wise decision. Those fellowships have such a prestige factor that it’s hard to imagine turning one down, but they don’t last forever. Better to build on your dream now and let the PhD happen on its own time.

@hollylove4755 2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I just had a meeting with several faculty and while I’ve always thought a PhD was my next step they have pointed me towards a few other options and I have been really bothered by it. I understand what they are saying and why but it was hard to be told that the step you’re “supposed” to take might not be what I’m supposed to take. I appreciate you!

@chris-wolak 6 күн бұрын

Congratulations on the new job, and for making the decision to choose the option that is best aligned with your vision for yourself. I know that's not often easy to do.

@Bee-vy1eo 2 күн бұрын

I did my phd in the UK (full-time) while working full time so it's doable. good luck

@HollyJaneYT 21 сағат бұрын

Congrats, Kaelyn :) delighted for you! X

@KaelynGraceApple 19 сағат бұрын

Thank you Holly!!! I miss seeing you

@unavulevic2913 2 күн бұрын

YAY KAELYN!!! i'm so moved by your journey

@amethyst4424 7 күн бұрын

This is so inspiring. You've told your story in a way that can make us all consider or reconsider our current place and trajectory in life. I'm sure you will do very well in your new line of work

@lizee708 4 күн бұрын

Congratulations Kaelyn! Well-deserved and we are so proud of you!!

@courtneycardini 7 күн бұрын

Congratulations, this is so exciting, I can't wait to see your future journey!!!

@emmayoung330 3 күн бұрын

So happy for you!!! I can’t help but feel that this is the start of amazing opportunities ❤

@terrakim218 5 күн бұрын

Congrats Kaelyn!! that's amazing!

@angiemettler8770 4 күн бұрын

I’m so glad to see how happy you are! You are going to be awesome and do great things!

@leanne36720 8 күн бұрын

This is so inspiring Kaelyn! All the best with this new chapter and everything else

@DarkRuins 9 күн бұрын

Choosing passion over safety is what breeds greatness. This is the right decision, Kaelyn, God is with you.

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

🥺 thank you friend

@ViktoriyaCarpio 7 күн бұрын

So happy for you!!! This is a good progression❤

@michealbalke4987 7 күн бұрын

Kudos to you! And thank you for sharing!

@Leeleethomas2706 5 күн бұрын

Congratulations! I've been holding down a full-time job while working on four degrees (the last, Ed.D). It can be done! It's tough but can be done. Just think of it as a temporary situation. Once you get your PhD, it’s over.

@PhDandProductivity 5 күн бұрын

very cool very cool indeed, such exciting news. I also ran a company during my PhD and occasionally managed to create content too. Even though I now don't see myself having a future in academia, doing further research or taking any industry job related to my area of study, I don't regret the decision to complete my PhD.

@alexiapt4939 9 күн бұрын

I’d say good luck but evidently, you’ve always made your own luck. This is amazing and exciting. Can’t wait to hear more later on and congrats!

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

🥺 the best compliment. Thank you friend

@luisareis1824 4 күн бұрын

You are a great source of inspiration and motivation to me Kaelyn, and I can’t put into words how happy I am for you 💕

@elizabethj9698 9 күн бұрын

I’m so very proud of you, Kaelyn! Also, the timing of this video is so encouraging for me. Thank you for being brave enough to share your journey. All the very best in your new role. I’m looking forward to continuing to watch your journey on KZfaq! ❤

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@dushanbilbija 8 күн бұрын

So great! You've been doing a great job in PL... def showcases your passion and joy.

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

This means so much! Thank you!!! My dream job

@krisxxxxw 2 күн бұрын

Hearty congratulations Kaelyn! ❤❤

@pamelamusoke2959 7 күн бұрын

Hey! I am so glad you are pursuing this path! I, myself, has been trying to figure out the non-academic route, so I welcome the content! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉!

@claudiacabelloglass4257 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations! I’m so happy for you! Your deliberate reflection and discernment on what was right for you is evident. You are a true model for what goes into productivity so it seems like you said a perfect match at the most opportune time. Your guardian angel has definitely been at your side throughout. I’m so excited for your future and the future of this channel. Bravo! Salud! Cheers to you! 🥂 🍾

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@rachelsmith3013 4 күн бұрын

You can do it! I also worked FT during the dissertation phase. It's not impossible, and you sacrifice a lot of weekends, but I finished this month, and you will, too! (And, you can still produce a solid dissertation copy despite all you have on your plate.)

@KaelynGraceApple 3 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for saying this! It is really encouraging

@mlchurch34 8 күн бұрын

Congratulations! You've got this!

@rubybates149 7 күн бұрын

Hi. Congratulations on the dream job. I am working on my doctorate while working full time. Looking forward to seeing a few videos on this shift in your life. How exciting that you are going to do great things in the immediate future.

@h.louise4746 3 күн бұрын

Congrats! I hate the fellowships slog. You've done amazing.

@KaelynGraceApple 3 күн бұрын

Thank you friend

@_mulletwitch 9 күн бұрын

as a full time grad student who works full time and fully funds, i have been struggling so hard with the stress and overwhelm of doing so and have felt like giving up. your video shined a much needed light on the HUGE amount of things to consider about working and attending a grad program! you are doing so many amazing things!! and thank you for sharing, it helps to inspire so many of us :))

@onyourraedar 8 күн бұрын

Congrats! I’d love to see time management content. I’ll be starting my program full time in the fall and also working full time so times would be helpful

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

@hollyc4624 8 күн бұрын

Congratulations on being awarded the fellowship and then making the funding decision that is right for you. You will do great things with the opportunities. I’m curious about whether your decision to self fund your dissertation eliminates the award of the fellowship status, or just the stipend? Meaning will you still have the affiliation with Cambridge and be considered a fellow, or no? I’m thrilled for you either way and interested in learning more about the new job.

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

I will not have any status of affiliation with Cambridge since denying the offer and will still be enrolled at Yale but will not receive a stipend.

@VeggiesbyEos 8 күн бұрын

I'm sooo happy for you!! ❤❤

@chloejackson7073 7 күн бұрын

I’ve been watching your videos since before i got into my PhD program. I’m now in the summer before my third year and trying to make some hard decisions about if this program is right for me and transferring and how i imagine my life and how i can best serve a dream life for me. This video is so encouraging, even as I’m in a very different decision situation, as it reminds me that in many ways, while we are working at crossroads, making hard decisions, we are dropping seeds that very well may blossom into the dreamiest freakin flower. I feel like that’s cheesy. But i want to say thank you for sharing the intimate details of the crossroads on your journey with us (a task which i can’t imagine is easy). It’s so encouraging knowing that out of the scary choices may emerge the loveliest end result. Such huge congratulations on achieving your dream! & thank you for helping me as i navigate all mine ❤

@Dreamer30190 8 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing - it’s inspiring for me to see as well and give me courage to live more authentically as well

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

🥺 That warms my heart

@brittanyalattabi7062 5 күн бұрын

Congratulations, this is awesome! I’m actually contemplating approaching this from the other direction… I’ve landed my dream job but to keep it I probably need a PhD (currently only have a masters). It’s nice to see I’m not the only “crazy” who thinks it can be done! Best of luck in all the things!

@ritaseumanutafapalala 4 күн бұрын

I’m freaking out at the fact that I’ve been watching both your videos for the past year now and I didn’t click that you’re living in the same city 🎉🎉🎉 super congratulations and kudos to you for being true to your goals in life 👏🏽👏🏽🔥

@KaelynGraceApple 4 күн бұрын

Thank you so much friend!

@colleen5236 5 күн бұрын

❤🎉that’s so cool! Huge fan of Ali and what he’s doing. Congratulations! What a great life choice

@KaelynGraceApple 5 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 🥰

@anette594 7 күн бұрын

So happy for you👏👏

@theoryof.lauren 9 күн бұрын

congrats Kaelyn! you are so inspiring the way you always go after your goals. wishing you all the best 🤍

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much Lauren ♥️♥️♥️

@charissalee1575 Күн бұрын

Congratulations on this new exciting future!

@KaelynGraceApple Күн бұрын

Thank you!!

@dissertatinopossum 3 күн бұрын

Congratulations! It is so important to have things outside of your PhD and to know it isn't what your entire life has to be. I didn't work outside of my PhD. Many of my appointments required that I didn't work additional jobs. However, I was in a lab that didn't do exactly what I was interested in doing but my coadvisors encouraged to pave my own way. During the pandemic, I had to throw out my whole dissertation and make connections to develop new projects. I graduated last month! Its really empowering to know that I had the perseverance to make it through. I see you are doing the same in your own way! Fantastic job Kaelyn!

@SammysOnWheels 8 күн бұрын

Hi Kaelyn, I'm sorry I've spent a hot minute just lurking and not commenting and it's been a while, but I have to now. That's amazing! I'm so happy for you 😊

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

@Emjh56 9 күн бұрын

Girl I am crying! I am so happy for you! My 2 favorite KZfaqrs working together! How amazing! Congratulations! I am so excited for this next part of your journey!!

@yiyuz3733 8 күн бұрын

I'm very thrilled for you! One of my favorite KZfaqrs is Ali!

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

🥰 thank you! I am so thrilled to work with him

@anthonyv.8668 9 күн бұрын

That's awesome. I think it's smart to work while finishing the PhD. You could always go back to academia years later if you want.

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

♥️♥️♥️

@anboffbrand 4 күн бұрын

makes complete sense to me. awesome.

@constantparadox 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations! It takes a lot of insight and character to move towards your goals the way you are doing it! Thank you for sharing your journey!

@Bryndisdaugtherofgunnar 7 күн бұрын

Congratulations on your dream job :)

@MaddieMettler 9 күн бұрын

Congrats! This is not an out of character decision at all. Based on what little I know about you from your videos, this seems to suit you perfectly.

@kasiag4274 9 күн бұрын

Proud of you! - sometimes difficult decisions seem inevitable or even obvious/easy afterwards, but the bravery that it took to conquer all of that uncertainty should not be underestimated! There is always this balance between adaptability and commitment, and it can be hard to stay true to yourself. Best of luck on your new direction of your path - go for it!

@peerreviewed 8 күн бұрын

Congratulations!! I think there tends to be a lot of judgement against self funding a PhD, but in some cases it’s just what makes sense. I’m self funding as well, partly because I’m in such a niche area that no one cares about or would have funded, but also partly because I was working a professional job before the PhD and going down to 60% position in that still gives me significantly more money than a UK PhD stipend would be. I’m doing my PhD part time, and sure it does take longer, but I’m having the best time and have really been able to set my own pace and prevent burnout. I hope it works out as well for you as it has for me!

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

It's just so important to figure out what this journey holds for YOU and putting aside the expectations of academia. The rules were made to serve a particular demographic of student/economic reality and that not longer suits many of us.

@Bruceneuman 4 күн бұрын

Just being able to make decisions for yourself and to move forward tells me that you will succeed at anything you put your mind to. I am not sure that the ability to make decisions for oneself can be learned but it is a great ingredient for success. I would very much like to read your dissertation when complete.

@rbg9854 Күн бұрын

Hi congratulations! And thank you so much for sharing your story. I have been a full time PhD and working part time. I have a question to you - do you ever feel the pressure when you need to get some phd momentum, you have to switch to your office work. I have been experiencing this and it frustrates me a lot .

@michellele2078 9 күн бұрын

Congrats! It’s so cool that you are following your dreams and I feel inspired to keep working on my dreams 🥰

@taviailes9478 9 күн бұрын

I’m so excited for you!! Can’t wait to see all that you share with us!

@SarahFischerVlogs 9 күн бұрын

So, so excited for you and all the new content to come ❤

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Yay! Thank you so much friend ♥️♥️♥️

@massaglia 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations!!!! 🎉 ❤ This is terrific news! Way to go!

@nessatheo4045 9 күн бұрын

Girl I am so happy as you are walking into this new chapter of life. Cheering for you 🎉 u go girl ❤️

@stephthemess6960 9 күн бұрын

Congrats queen ❤ landing your dream job is what people yearn for, so this is amazing. I’ve been watching you since I was doing my Master’s and now I’m heading off to do my PhD. Looking forward to watching future vlogs!! 🎉

@mehreenkhan20 9 күн бұрын

OMG!!!! I love both of your work, two influencers I've followed for so long. This is amazing!!

@Sebulon23 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations Kaelyn, I'm happy for you!

@thismrsfisher_stitches 9 күн бұрын

So so pleased for you Kaeyln. Well done for being brave and working out the way to fulfil your priorities in both research and your future self. Always an inspiration 🤩

@tessmccoy6949 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations! This is so exciting and I’m so happy for you. I’m looking forward to following along❤

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you friend ♥️

@mito_stellar 9 күн бұрын

That sounds great and love how enthusiastic you seem about it, hope this new path brings you joy and so many more cool experiences in the future!

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

Thank you so much, friend

@chrisfinck5817 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations!! I am SO excited to see where this new chapter leads for you. ♥♥

@BeccaWatson 8 күн бұрын

2:39 so lucky to have met you 💛

@bernadineh7107 7 күн бұрын

just as important conversation in this world is that it is ok to say out loud that you're not good at something, whether it be writing or studying or being part of a program. We are not built to be the best at everything but unfortunately there is this drive to not admit that, which in turn does a disservice to ourselves and to others.

@rcoleman1116 9 күн бұрын

Congrats Kaelyn!!!

@lovetherain227 9 күн бұрын

Kaelyn, what a beautiful video about trust and opportunity!! I’m at a crossroads myself and thank you for reminding me that things work out the way they’re supposed to ❤ so happy to hear how happy and excited you are for this new position!

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you ♥️ just had to trust my intuition

@anjabondke8601 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations on a brave decision. You a radiating such positive energy in this video, it was a joy to watch. You have weighted the pros and cons, and it was time to trust your feeling. My academic path has been similar to yours, I chose a similar option, and never looked back.

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

🥺 thank you so much friend ♥️ im comforted knowing we are traveling a similar path

@chelseamdunn 9 күн бұрын

So excited for you! This resonates so hard - I also just accepted a job on top of the PhD. VERY much in need of some guidance on how to balance everything. Looking forward to this new direction! :)

@0i2laura0i2 9 күн бұрын

I am soooo happy for you!!!!! 🎉 have been following your journey for a long time now and I am very inspired by you and your path ❤😊

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

🥺 thank you friend

@andreamurray7859 9 күн бұрын

Absolutely brilliant, sounds like the perfect mix for you 🎉

@dr.daniellelawson7870 9 күн бұрын

I’m so proud of you. Your biggest cheerleader ALWAYS.

@patriciad6995 9 күн бұрын

Glad to hear that an opportunity presented itself to you once you needed it the most - funny how life works! Congratulations on your new journey ahead!

@shonamara4544 9 күн бұрын

The ever evolving life is evolving and you are smashing it! Yes you!

@MadyHernandez1708 9 күн бұрын

Hi Kaelyn! Happy for you getting your dream job. Definitely a hard decision, but the one that's more in alignment with what you want. Congrats!

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much friend ♥️♥️♥️

@kathrynbyoutube 9 күн бұрын

Congrats! Not waiting for life to start is so important. A great example to set. The job sounds really cool and engaging and I hope you continue to love it!

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

@carolynsfo 9 күн бұрын

Good for you! I am so happy and proud of you for following your own path. Yes, it is not easy but no one was promised easy! You have discerned and things have aligned for you. Trust the process and trust yourself! Blessings to you on your new journey. 🎉 ❤ Be blessed, C.

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much Carolyn ♥️♥️♥️

@nidhimahajn 9 күн бұрын

You do you! Thanks for sharing this.

@kleinereverie8763 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations, that's fantastic that you've found what you want to do and are pursuing what is meaningful to you. Don't burn out, take care of yourself but it's inspirational how you've reached out for what you want. ❤

@amyli6804 9 күн бұрын

congratulations!!

@dianahoran796 9 күн бұрын

I actually shed a few tears towards the end when you were explaining why you made your choice. It makes a lot of sense and I admire you a lot for being able to re-evaluate and change things in a way that works for you, rather than accepting how things are, especially when they are less than ideal. Keep up the good work! ❤

@janalewis3030 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations on the new job! Life is short - you have to do what makes you happy! Good luck juggling everything. Trust your gut and do what's best for you!! ❤

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

♥️♥️♥️

@AlessandraAleluia 9 күн бұрын

I'm so happy for you, Kaelyn! I also have a 9-5 job while doing my PhD and I'm so excited to see you in this journey too. It's so good to hear that you found your "dream job", I know 'work is always work', but when we work on something that sparkles our eyes it makes a difference! Good luck on this journey! Kisses from Brazil 💕

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

@payelray4359 9 күн бұрын

How nice of you to share this with us! More power to you....best wishes ❤

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

@tinahugall6291 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations!!! That is wonderful!!! I love how you pointed out that it was in the midst of making a difficult decision that the right opportunity opened up for you. I had never heard of Ali Abdaal until you started talking about him and I just wanted to say thank you for introducing me to his content, and thank you for your content. I teach organization/studying/planning on Outschool and I always mention both your and his channels to my students, especially my upper high school kids. Thank you again for all that you do. :)

@JoaoPedroRibeiro-wl2hi 9 күн бұрын

Oh my God, Kaelyn, these are so exciting news!! You've been such a huge inspiration for me, as for many others around the world, and to see you going through your life so bravely and willing to share the highs and lows in order to help people is absolutely incredible. Coming from a background where working while studying is almost inevitable, which sometimes makes me feel daunted about the academic world abroad once people are used to devote themselves exclusively to intellectual pursues, it's being great to follow you along; especially now! I am sure that you are going to achieve all of your goals, for you have already proved that you have everything necessary. I am so so happy for you and cannot wait for the next steps! Wishing you the very best; much love and gratefulness from Brazil

@martcusa. 9 күн бұрын

So happy for you!!

@user-yd7tk2wc3m 9 күн бұрын

Well done on trusting your own journey and, yes, 'manifesting' your current reality. You deserve it all. Delighted for you.

@PokhrajRoy. 9 күн бұрын

You’re doing great and we’re rooting for you 👏🏽

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@SarinaMotta 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations on making that decision for yourself! It seems like a really great fit! I do believe that having a satisfactory job is a huge component to happiness.

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

I am so excited about this role 🥰🥰🥰

@danielaheinrich1405 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations! You are an absolute inspiration to me! If I wouldn't have found your channel by chance, I would've never considered doing a second bachelor's degree and give myself the chance to move up in the field I'm working now. Keep up the amazing work! It's so fun to see you grow and be happy with what you do!

@jamieb2289 9 күн бұрын

Congratulations! I'm sure this wasn't an easy decision to make, but you will never regret going for your dream job. Academia will always be there. When opportunity presents itself, you have to follow your heart. I'm excited to see the next chapter of your journey!

@madisonbeckettluke 9 күн бұрын

I'm so pleased for you and so proud of you! You're going to do amazing.

@KaelynGraceApple 8 күн бұрын

Thank you friend

@chali4478 9 күн бұрын

congrats! can‘t wait to follow the journey

@KaelynGraceApple 9 күн бұрын

Thank you friend ♥️♥️♥️

@chali4478 9 күн бұрын

I just accepted a part time job next to my phd. People don‘t get it as it‘s unusual but I‘m so looking forward to do something that helps me more in the future regarding soft skill than my actual research