The 80000 Hours Career Guide — Find a fulfilling career that does good Part 2: Can one person make a difference? What the evidence says.
33 snips
Sep 3, 2023 Lieutenant Colonel in the Soviet military achieved extraordinary impact. Exploring impact of doctors and why it's often lower than expected. Highest-impact careers showcased with examples of profound influence. Making a difference and increasing social impact through unconventional paths.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Doctor Impact
- Doctors have less impact than many think, around 3 lives saved per career.
- Other, unconventional career paths offer greater potential for positive impact.
Dr. Nalin's Impact
- Dr. David Nalin's simple cholera treatment saved over 50 million lives, mostly children.
- This is far more impactful than an average doctor's career.
Stanislav Petrov
- Stanislav Petrov, a Soviet Lieutenant Colonel, potentially saved billions by not retaliating to a false missile alarm during the Cold War.
- This highlights the potential for huge impact in unexpected roles.