Throughout history, the greatest achievements of civilization have often emerged from individuals who were passionately pursuing their self-interests.
This intrinsic drive to excel in their chosen fields or domains has resulted in groundbreaking innovations and paradigm-shifting ideas.
Here are some things that I'm intensely passionate about.
Data Analysis & Visualization
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What cannot be measured, cannot be improved.
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Data analysis allows me to delve into complex datasets and discover patterns, trends, and valuable insights that may not be immediately apparent. This process of uncovering hidden knowledge is both rewarding and intellectually stimulating.
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These insights can lead to better decision-making in various domains, from business and finance to healthcare and public policy. Being part of this process and contributing to impactful decisions is both fulfilling and motivating.
Geopolitical Strategy
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Geopolitical strategy involves understanding how power is distributed and exercised around the world.
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Watching countries compete for influence and resources is thrilling, as each nation attempts to advance its interests while maintaining a balance of power.
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Decisions made in the realm of geopolitics can have significant and far-reaching consequences.
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This makes the study of geopolitical strategy exciting, as it offers insights into the forces that shape the world and affect the lives of millions.
Defense
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I'm capable of acquiring a Canadian and NATO secret security clearance.
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National defense often involves cutting-edge technology, such as advanced weaponry, communication systems, and intelligence-gathering tools. The continuous development and application of these technologies can be both fascinating and awe-inspiring.
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National defense necessitates strategic planning and decision-making to anticipate and counter potential threats. I find this to be exciting because I enjoy analyzing complex situations, identifying potential risks, and devising strategies to protect national interests.
Renewable Energy
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Renewable energy involves cutting-edge technologies, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and energy storage systems. The continuous development and improvement of these technologies can be both fascinating and inspiring.
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Of particular interest to me is nuclear energy.
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Small modular reactors (SMRs) are an emerging nuclear technology, offering increased flexibility, scalability, and lower upfront costs compared to traditional large-scale nuclear power plants.
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Till date, nuclear fusion has proven to be the ultimate procrastinator's energy source - we've been saying it's 20 years away since the 1950's. Despite this, I remain cautiously and skeptically optimistic.
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
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Human life extension and data-driven health optimization can lead to a significant improvement in the quality of life, reducing the burden of age-related diseases and allowing people to enjoy their extended years in good health.
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Data-driven health optimization enables the development of personalized medical treatments and preventive measures, resulting in more effective healthcare tailored to individual needs and genetics.
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Manufacturing APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) in North America can help ensure a stable and secure supply of essential medications, reducing dependence on foreign sources and enhancing national security.
Marketing
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A flower is just a weed with an advertising budget, and perception is reality.
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Marketing is an exciting field that combines psychology, creativity, innovation, and experimentation.
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Reframing a situation or product can change the way people perceive its value.
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Seemingly irrational strategies can lead to surprising insights and breakthrough marketing successes.
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Marketing has a significant influence on society and culture, shaping consumer preferences, trends, and even our perception of reality. This far-reaching impact can makes marketing an exciting field for me because I wish to make a difference and contribute to the world in a meaningful way.
Information Security (Cybersecurity)
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As an enthusiast, I'm drawn to the ever-evolving technology, the challenge of protecting digital assets, and the importance of safeguarding privacy and security.
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State actors play a significant role in this landscape, often engaging in cyber espionage, launching cyber attacks, or developing advanced persistent threats to target other nations, corporations, and individuals.
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I'm particularly interested in North Korea/DPRK, Iran, Russia, China, U.S., and Israel.
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By addressing cybersecurity challenges and protecting against state actors' malicious activities, nations and organizations can maintain the integrity of their digital assets, protect citizens' privacy, and ensure the overall stability of the global digital ecosystem.
Vertical Farming/Agriculture
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Vertical farming leverages advanced technologies such as automation, hydroponics, and LED lighting to optimize growing conditions, resulting in higher crop yields and better resource efficiency.
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By decentralizing food production and reducing dependence on traditional agricultural systems, vertical farming can enhance food security and resilience against climate change, extreme weather events, and other potential disruptions to the global food supply chain.
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Promotes sustainable agriculture practices by using significantly less land, water, and resources compared to traditional farming methods, helping to reduce the environmental impact of food production.
Digital Assets
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Crypto is the smartest people in the world exiting into their own economy.
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Digital assets are decentralized, globally accessible, enables varying degrees of anonymity, and growing adoption and regulation.
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Cryptocurrencies offer an alternative to traditional banking and financial systems, allowing individuals to have more control over their assets and potentially circumventing issues like censorship, inflation, and high transaction fees.
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The rise of cryptocurrencies has the potential to disrupt and transform existing financial and economic systems. This disruptive potential is intriguing to me because I'm interested in challenging the status quo and exploring new paradigms.
Artificial Intelligence
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I don't think we fully understand nor appreciate how powerful state of the art LLMs are and how to harness their potential.
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AI, particularly GPT-4, holds immense potential power across various domains, transforming the way we interact with technology and each other. Some of the key areas where GPT-4 can make a significant impact include improved decision making, automation, multilingual capabilities, and creativity.
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I foresee 'prompt engineering' becoming an essential skill because it helps harness the full potential of AI language models like GPT-4 by enabling users to effectively communicate their goals and requirements to the AI.
Financial Markets
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Bulls make money, bears make money, pigs get slaughtered.
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Trading and financial markets are ever-evolving, providing a continuous learning experience that keeps me engaged and constantly expanding my knowledge base, making each day a new and exciting challenge.
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Markets involve a competitive environment, where market participants constantly strive to outperform each other. This competitive aspect ignites my drive to succeed and pushes me to constantly improve my skills.
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The financial markets offer a unique perspective on the interconnectedness of global events, economies, industries, and individual companies.
Climate Technology
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Climate tech encompasses a wide range of innovative solutions, from renewable energy sources and energy storage systems to carbon capture and sequestration technologies aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change, reducing GHG emissions, and promoting sustainable practices.
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Climate tech also focuses on developing technologies and strategies to help societies adapt to the effects of climate change, such as sea-level rise, extreme weather events, and shifting agricultural patterns. These efforts are essential for protecting communities, economies, and ecosystems from the impacts of a changing climate.