ABSTRACT

Every driven person on Earth has the same goal: to create value for society. Whether the ultimate tangible goal is to make more money, achieve a certain position, or attain a certain level of fame, the path is the same: you must produce something that other people value. It is almost second nature to think of the notable individuals and companies that have revolutionized various industries by solving problems that produced significant value for our society, which is reciprocated as extraordinary wealth for the solvers of the problem. Indeed, solving real-world problems is very difficult and thus feels like it should be compensated handsomely. In this talk, I will attempt to provide some structure to how to think about and solve problems that are worth solving. From how to choose a problem, to how to think about time and money, to how to stay motivated; I will draw on my background and the numerous failures and successes that I have had thus far to provide a (hopefully) entertaining and educational take on what it takes to truly do hard things and ultimately advance our society and your well-being.