From MIT To Millions: The Rise Of A New Creator Economy Star
Briefly

Gohar Khan began creating content on YouTube at the age of 10, primarily focusing on Minecraft videos. After stepping back to prioritize his studies, he re-emerged as a content creator during the COVID-19 pandemic, utilizing his MIT admission experiences to connect with followers on TikTok. His breakthrough came from adopting YouTube Shorts, where one viral video transformed his trajectory, leading to a substantial following and the launch of his own production studio by the age of 25, signaling his full commitment to a creator career over traditional engineering paths.
"I started making YouTube content when I was really young. I made my way into the traditional Minecraft phase that many YouTubers go through. I feel like it's sort of a rite of passage."
"A few of those videos hinted at the fact that I went to MIT. A lot of the questions were, 'How did you get in? Do you have any advice?' As I started responding to those comments, my account quickly became an admissions account."
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