
 Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais If You Want To Change the World, Educate the World | Sal Khan
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 Oct 19, 2022  AI Snips 
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Dinner Party Skepticism
- After quitting his hedge fund job to start Khan Academy, Sal Khan faced skepticism at a dinner party.
 - Guests questioned his decision, implying his wife's medical career was their financial safety net.
 
Handling Cynicism
- When facing cynicism about your endeavors, consider the source and avoid defensiveness.
 - Focus on your own evidence and convictions, not on convincing everyone.
 
Regrettable Omission
- Sal Khan regrets a time he let others' opinions deter him from interviewing a well-known figure.
 - He prioritized avoiding potential controversy over his conviction that the person had valuable insights.
 

