If I woke up tomorrow as Elon Musk, I’d probably spend the first few minutes checking if my new reality was the result of a Twitter poll. Once assured that I wasn’t being punked by the universe, I’d leap out of bed – or rather, the minimalistic yet surprisingly comfortable sleeping pod I’ve invented – and get ready to tackle the day with the same gusto I apply to launching rockets.

As the new Elon, my first order of business would be to ensure that knowledge isn’t just power; it’s a fundamental right. I’d start “Musk University,” an online platform where knowledge is as free-flowing as
tweets during a meme storm. From quantum physics to the art of making the perfect sandwich, all courses would be available, because why not?

I’d then focus on fostering a happy and conducive relationship with, well, everyone. I’d host a weekly “Chill with Elon” session, where I’d share my latest ideas and inventions, and maybe even throw in a dad joke or two. After all, what’s a billionaire genius without a touch of light-hearted banter? Being a role model is no small feat, but as Elon, I’d embrace it with open arms and a SpaceX t-shirt. I’d mentor young minds, showing them that the sky isn’t the limit; it’s just the beginning. We’d have student internships at Tesla, where the only coffee they’d fetch
would be for themselves, because at Musk Inc., everyone’s too busy changing the world to run errands.

“Take the students,” they said. And I would. Not literally, of course – that’d be a logistical nightmare. But I’d take their aspirations and give them the tools to build their dreams. Every student would have access to a “Musk Kit,” complete with a mini-rocket, a solar panel, and a handbook titled “Making the Impossible Probable.” In conclusion, if I were Elon Musk, I’d do what any self-respecting visionary would do: push the boundaries of what’s possible, laugh in the face of adversity, and ensure that every step I take leaves a
footprint worth following. And, of course, I’d end each day with a tweet that would leave the world pondering, laughing, or both.

There you have it, a glimpse into the whimsical world of Elon Musk through my eyes. Remember, this is all in good fun and meant to inspire a chuckle or two. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a Mars colony to plan and a hyperloop to test. Until next time, stay curious, stay innovative, and keep learning – the Musk way.

Ruchika Sukhija
Principal
Mahavir Senior Model School
Delhi, India