[Article] “A framework for comparing global problems in terms of expected impact” by Robert Wiblin

There are a lot of problems in the world. We show you a way to figure out which are best to work on. Narrated by AI. ---Outline:(02:02) Introducing how we define the factors(03:42) Defining a problem carefully(04:55) Creating a (logarithmic) scale(06:24) How to assess scale(06:27) Definition(08:25) How to assess it(11:27) How to assess how neglected a problem is(11:32) Definition(11:41) Why is it important?(13:53) How to assess it(14:17) A challenge - direct vs. indirect & future effort(16:06) More tips on how to assess(17:56) How to assess how solvable a problem is(18:01) Definition(18:10) Why is it important?(18:59) How to assess it(20:18) Challenges in assessment(21:51) What do the summed scores mean?(22:31) How to assess personal fit(23:00) Definition(23:10) How can it be assessed?(25:00) Other factors for comparing career opportunities(25:30) How should we interpret the results?(26:59) How does this approach compare with ordinary cost-effectiveness analysis?(29:00) Advantages and disadvantages of quantitative problem prioritisation(30:32) How to factor in coordination?(31:28) Conclusion(31:54) Want to help solve a pressing problem?(32:20) Further reading(32:26) Read next The original text contained 2 footnotes which were omitted from this narration. --- First published: April 1st, 2016 Last updated: October 14th, 2019 Source: https://80000hours.org/articles/problem-framework --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO. ---Images from the article:Apple Podcasts and Spotify do not show images in the episode description. Try Pocket Casts, or another podcast app.