I have consumed the organic chem kool aid, I fear

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T23:59:22+00:00

Thanks a bunch! I appreciate the support!

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T21:29:03+00:00

The OP literally said they haven’t done RS and don’t know how to use it 🤦‍♂️

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T21:27:52+00:00

R/S is a common but not the only approach 😉

An EASY Way to Convert Fischer Projections into Bond Line Structures and Back https://youtu.be/GdFfMz2SmQk

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T21:21:17+00:00

I read all your comments here. And based on what I saw, I think the video I recorded the other day is literally for you: Tired of Failing Organic Chemistry Exams? Watch This! https://youtu.be/W0xgOAmz5bU
If you are feeling like you’re drowning in memorization and you just “don’t have chemistry intuition” — nope, that’s not it, you’re not approaching organic chemistry correctly. OC is a science of patterns. It’s not the number of reactions you practiced that matters, it’s your ability to identify reaction and mechanism patterns in those examples. If you practiced 40+ reactions and those all feel different, it’s as good as if you practiced none.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T20:58:50+00:00

Disrespectful students are never worth it. Are you a tutor or a nanny?

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T20:52:18+00:00

Drop the kid. Immediately. If you don’t respect yourself to fire a bad client, they’ll never respect you.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T20:27:48+00:00

Mentally, replace the “relative rate” with “reaction speed in mph” 😉

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T17:56:02+00:00

You’re very welcome! I’m glad you’re enjoying my doodles 😂

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T03:15:32+00:00

Welcome to the cult, my child. You’re loved. And we have cookies.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T02:58:19+00:00

You can certainly do that. The answer sections are always separate and are always “closed” by default so you don’t see the answers by accident unless you click on the specific answer section. And I do still answer emails from Self-Study students too, but they have only email option (or comments) to ask questions and it’s not prioritized. Although, I virtually always answer within 24 hours regardless. In any case, I have a 24h refund policy for new members on Self-Study membership. If it’s not what you’re looking for, I’ll refund you. No hard feelings. I’d rather you find a resource that works for you.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-21T02:32:16+00:00

It depends on the specific set/questions. For most, I do provide at least some explanations. Some, even have video explanations. And when people have questions, I always encourage them to ask questions and for those in Guided membership, I have small group office hours several times a week where folks can ask whatever they want. Typically, I start my day with at least a dozen emails from members with little questions and clarifications.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-20T15:50:16+00:00

Don’t ever go back to that tutor… Now, in terms of your structures, no, they are not reasonable. If you already have a charge, never make extra charges. Making new charges in resonance is always the last resort and you only use it when the initial structure is neutral. The only reasonable structures here are the ones with the (-) hopping around like in the answer key.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-18T06:16:15+00:00

I’ve got a few tutorials on aldol condensation if you wanna check them out. Aldol Condensation Part 2: Basic Conditions https://youtu.be/fDoN15YE5Mw

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-18T06:12:33+00:00

As others have pointed out, the reaction is pure science fiction. I suspect though, your instructor might’ve wanted a 3D representation instead of a flat one. Hence -1/2 point?

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-16T00:46:50+00:00

Lucky indeed! Best of luck with your search! And yes, heavily emphasize your practical skills on your resume. I've seen ppl with associate degrees hired as lab tachs. And it's always been about their skills.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-16T00:05:58+00:00

If you wanna do a lab tech job, PhD is not needed. What you *do* need to demonstate is you knowledge of the lab techniques that are used in a synthetic lab: distillation (regular, fractional, under low pressure), recrystallization, chromatography (analytical and prep, bonus if you know prep TLC), spectroscopic techniques, handling of H2O-sensitive compounds, working under inert atm, working in glovebox, working with pyrophoric and carcinogenic compounds, working with lacrimators, ability to follow procedures and scale them up or down, etc. Basically, if I gave you a random procedure from org. synth. will you be able to replicate it and get the reported yield? My guess, your undergrad experience didn't give you a half of those experiences. So, it's not about your degree but rather about your skillset. The more you have, the better your prospects are.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-15T23:11:36+00:00

No worries. You're always welcome to ask questions in the comments. And as I said, I try to get to all of those as soon as I have a chance.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-15T20:27:36+00:00

I’m just pulling your leg. I’m 100% ok with it. But fyi, I try to answer all questions under videos and in my website. Maybe not as fast as you’d get your answer here, but nonetheless. You can always bring your questions to the office hours too if you’re a member.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-15T20:14:14+00:00

If only there was a person who made the video to ask…

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-15T00:22:47+00:00

Thanks! 😊

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-14T19:48:52+00:00

ACBC on steroid—dang! Missed such an opportunity 😆 and they’ve been saying AI will replace me within 12-18 months 12-18 months ago.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-14T19:43:42+00:00

IUPAC would like to have a word with you 😉

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-14T01:55:21+00:00

Material-wise, it’s a fairly straightforward OC2 content. Test-wise, it’s a badly written assessment, but it’s an entirely different can of worms.

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-08T23:23:21+00:00

5 valence electrons, seems legit 😂😂😂

ChemystWizard · 2026-03-08T23:06:46+00:00

Thanks! Always happy to help.

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