Climate change is very important, threatening harm on a huge scale. However, there are many barriers to solving it, and it’s also less neglected than some other important problems. As such, climate change can be a promising cause area to work in, but it may be particularly important to find … Read more
If you’re fortunate enough to have a choice in what you do for work, your career can be an incredibly impactful way to help others. Maybe you’re searching for socially conscious companies to build your skills and career capital. Or maybe you’re just looking for a job you enjoy that … Read more
How do you know if a job makes a difference? When looking for a job that “makes an impact,” you may run into quite a few positions that sound good but don’t make much of a difference in practice. For instance, you might find a job that tackles a big … Read more
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is a highly prestigious organization within India’s civil service, responsible for tasks such as creating and implementing policy, managing governmental funds, and aiding in other government functions at federal and state levels. There are lots of great things about becoming an IAS officer. For starters, … Read more
As its name suggests, opportunity cost refers to the cost of choosing one opportunity over others. This “cost” reflects the value you could have gained in all the options you didn’t pursue. It’s a helpful concept to keep in mind with complex decisions as it can highlight the comparative value … Read more
Recap If you’ve been following along with the guide, you’ve done quite a bit of thinking about your career. In part 1, we started to think about what it actually means to make an impact or do good in the world. This involved reflecting on different approaches to helping others, … Read more
Interested or already studying for a business degree, but not sure what to do with it? This article will introduce you to four of the top options you can pursue with a business degree. These aren’t just any jobs. At Probably Good, we believe that your career is a powerful … Read more
Are you completing a degree in biology and wondering about the best job options for when you graduate? Or are you just interested in starting a biology degree, but want to know more about the career paths it could be prepare you for? Based on research we’ve conducted on a … Read more
Journalism is a career path that carries the potential to make a large positive difference by shaping public discourse and shedding light on important topics. However, it’s also a competitive path that’s difficult to succeed in, and many journalistic roles might not offer good opportunities for positive impact. For someone … Read more
Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) specialists collect, track, and analyze data to assess the value and impact of different programs and interventions, as well as translate these assessments into actionable insights and strategies to increase the impact of an organization. M&E careers might be a promising option for some people. If … Read more
