This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Norman Harris II, 25, a third-year medical student at Temple University in Philadelphia, who works as a student influencer. How many hours to dedicate to being a Tiktok influencer and a medical student is a balancing act. I want to preserve my brand — being a medical student at Philadelphia's Temple University who wants to make a social impact while having a comedic flair. Walking a tightrope between two careersBeing a student influencer and a medical student takes work — determining how many hours to dedicate to each profession is a balancing act. When I became a medical student, the YouTube videos became too long to edit.

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