We’ve written about how to choose what subject to study a bunch of times, but I agree it’s hard to find, and it’s not a major focus of what we do. Unfortunately we have very limited research capacity and have decided to focus on choosing jobs rather than subjects because we think we’ll be able to have more impact that way. In the future I’d love to have more content on subject choice though.
I also realise our careers list comes across badly. I’m really keen to expand the range of careers that we consider—we’re trying to hire someone to do more career profiles but haven’t found anyone suitable yet. Being an actuary and engineering are both pretty high on the list.
I also know that a lot of people around 80,000 Hours think most people should do earning to give. That’s not something I agree with. Earning to give is just one of a range of strategies.
Hi Fluttershy,
Really appreciate hearing you’re feedback.
We’ve written about how to choose what subject to study a bunch of times, but I agree it’s hard to find, and it’s not a major focus of what we do. Unfortunately we have very limited research capacity and have decided to focus on choosing jobs rather than subjects because we think we’ll be able to have more impact that way. In the future I’d love to have more content on subject choice though.
I also realise our careers list comes across badly. I’m really keen to expand the range of careers that we consider—we’re trying to hire someone to do more career profiles but haven’t found anyone suitable yet. Being an actuary and engineering are both pretty high on the list.
I also know that a lot of people around 80,000 Hours think most people should do earning to give. That’s not something I agree with. Earning to give is just one of a range of strategies.
Ben