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Job vs. Non-Job
- Robin Hanson suggests that the separation of job and non-job activities explains the lack of intellectual discussion during social events.
- This is common behavior in standard jobs, where non-job time protects against work encroachment.
Elite Hiring Practices
- Robin Hanson recounts reading "How Elite Students Get Elite Jobs."
- Employers value well-rounded individuals, viewing excessive focus on professional interests as a negative trait.
The Eager Beaver
- Robin Hanson shares an anecdote about a colleague.
- The colleague was rejected from job opportunities for immediately discussing ideas upon arrival, breaking social norms.