Summary

In this article, I'll share my journey of joining an effective altruism (EA) organisation in the middle of my career. I'll talk about the misconceptions I initially held, how I came to understand the fundamental ideas of EA, increased my involvement in the community, and started connecting with more experienced members. I will also share how I became more active through volunteer work and then intentionally worked towards transitioning my career to have more impact.

Introduction

Within the EA community, you will find many young individuals who started engaging with EA ideas during their university years, devoting significant time to podcasts and articles. While the movement has a large youth presence, seasoned professionals are less common. EA-aligned organisations are eager for professionals who embody their core values. However, immersing oneself in these values can be a challenge if you're already occupied with a full-time job and commitments to family and friends.

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Outline:

(00:04) Summary

(00:33) Introduction

(01:28) My Misconceptions about EA

(02:59) Core Values of EA

(04:01) Getting more involved

(05:16) Reaching Out

(06:50) Active Participation

(08:19) Career Change

(09:47) Impact and Community

(10:52) Persistence

(11:47) Resources

(12:05) Acknowledgements

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First published:

August 8th, 2023

Source:

https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/SCKg5N9oHdBDxHvEM/getting-into-an-ea-aligned-organisation-mid-career

Linkpost URL:
https://www.highimpactprofessionals.org/post/getting-into-an-ea-aligned-organisation-mid-career

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