Why Zara Dar quit PhD and became a full-time online content creator

Zara Dar, a former PhD candidate and advocate for women in STEM, has made the bold decision to leave academia and pursue a full-time career as a YouTuber. In a candid video, she shared her personal reasons for the shift, citing financial freedom, creative autonomy, and disillusionment with traditional career paths as key factors. With over 112,000 subscribers, Zara’s journey highlights the growing appeal of non-traditional careers in today’s evolving job market.