Benjamin Hilton

Benjamin Hilton, a research analyst at 80,000 Hours with advanced degrees in economics and physics, dives into the art of crafting a career that maximizes positive impact. He discusses the balance between passion and practicalities, stressing that effective careers often align with both personal fit and leverage. Hilton emphasizes the importance of transferable skills and finding high-impact areas to work in, while also cautioning against the overconfidence that can come from using simplistic models to gauge career effectiveness. A thought-provoking exploration of making your work matter!