The haste consideration

Abstract

The “haste consideration” implies resources for improving the world have higher value when obtained earlier. It posits that converting one person into an effective altruist in two years may have a greater impact than direct altruism over a lifetime. It suggests convincing people to become effective altruists is a highly valuable long-term strategy. The theory also infers immediate ‘haste’ actions out-value future efforts. A career’s immediate years’ prospects should thus be considered before later impacts to maximize altruistic deeds, contesting careers with non-altruistic beginnings. – AI-generated abstract.