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The 80,000 Hours Career Guide (2023)

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Maximizing Social Impact: Assessing Global Problems

This chapter emphasizes the necessity of accurately evaluating social issues, particularly in the context of climate change and global health. It critiques common intuitive approaches and advocates for prioritizing neglected yet solvable problems to yield the greatest positive impact. The discussion explores the disparity in income distribution and the cost-effectiveness of health interventions, urging listeners to realign their charitable engagements and career choices with pressing global challenges.

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