This is the 1000th post I’ve written for this blog. A little over 8 years ago I typed the first post for the blog. I was young—I hadn’t even had my 18th birthday yet. And I was full of enthusiasm, if lacking in experience. Originally I hadn’t planned on being a writer for a living. […]
I’m 25
Two weeks ago, I celebrated my 25th birthday. Normally I do a birthday post on the day, but the combination of reopening Learning on Steroids, Burning Man and selling my stuff and moving out to begin my next learning project left me with less time for introspection. For those of you new to the blog, […]
Learning on Steroids is now open (until August 22nd)
Learning on Steroids is now open for registration again. I’ll be holding open registration until August 22nd, 10am PST. After that we’re closed for another year. Check it out: https://www.scotthyoung.com/learnonsteroids/ Here’s a few answers to some common questions about the program: Q: How much does it cost? $14 per month. You can cancel at any […]
Free Learn Faster 1-Week Bootcamp
About once a year I open my program, Learning on Steroids, to help people learn more effectively. To kick it off, I offer a free one week bootcamp–a series of daily emails and exercises to improve how you learn. It’s completely free to attend, all you need to do is join my newsletter: Because I […]
I'm a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. Since 2006, I've published weekly essays on this website to help people like you learn and think better. My work has been featured in The New York Times, BBC, TEDx, Pocket, Business Insider and more. I don't promise I have all the answers, just a place to start.