The 80000 Hours Career Guide — Find a fulfilling career that does good Part 8: How to find the right career for you
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Sep 3, 2023 Explore unconventional methods of finding the right career, challenge traditional advice, think like a scientist, and experiment with different options. Understand success in different fields, the importance of personal fit, and the limitations of intuition and career tests. Discover the benefits of exploring different career paths and strategies for high-risk, high-reward choices. Learn how to think like a scientist, make hypotheses, and investigate uncertainties through tests.
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Building Abilities
- Traditional career advice like introspection and quizzes isn't reliable.
- Your abilities are developed through practice, not solely discovered.
Scientific Approach
- Approach career choices scientifically: test options and look outward, not inward.
- Prepare for a process of learning and trying, like a scientist forming hypotheses.
Impact of Excellence
- Excelling in your field significantly increases your overall impact.
- Top performers contribute disproportionately more than average workers.