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Re:Show HN: Why the most popular ways to do good in careers ... by adamsea on Tuesday June 21, 2016 @02:15PM (#11948019)
Its ironic that the Superman comic, where in the end Superman says "this seems monotonous" also is the perfect critique of the article. The qualitative, non-quantifiable parts of what we do for a living are equally important. Who would want to be Superman if he turned a crank, at a constant speed, every day of his life?
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Re:Show HN: Why the most popular ways to do good in careers ... by BenjaminTodd on Tuesday June 21, 2016 @02:22PM (#11948082)
We also say at the end it's important to find something you enjoy and that you're good at, because that will result in a greater long-run impact (more success means more influence, less chance of burning out etc.).

Also we cover which jobs are enjoyable elsewhere in the guide. This article is just about impact.

https://80000hours.org/career-guide/job-satisfaction/

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Re:Show HN: Why the most popular ways to do good in careers ... by robertwiblin on Tuesday June 21, 2016 @02:22PM (#11948087)
Fortunately, none of the paths we suggest are necessarily boring! And as we point out, personal fit and interest are really important.
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Re:Show HN: Why the most popular ways to do good in careers ... by ozziegooen on Tuesday June 21, 2016 @02:19PM (#11948056)
If I had the choice between saving Millions of lives vs. being a supposedly more interesting person, I'd save the lives.
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Re:Show HN: Why the most popular ways to do good in careers ... by J_Darnley on Tuesday June 21, 2016 @02:49PM (#11948317)
Absolutely, you're still Superman.
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