If you don’t chase prestige your selfish
A lot of people say that chasing prestige is selfish because you're missing weddings, birthdays, and family gatherings. A lot of people want to make you feel bad because they think that they want to take the moral high ground, saying that they want to make the world a better place, or they care about their family, or they want to be present.
I'm here to tell you the complete opposite. If you do not sacrifice everything to chase prestige, then you've decided that you're small circle is worth more than your potential impact on the world.
If you look at the hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, viruses, and starvation that occur throughout the world, destroying lives, families, homes, everything, he would clearly realize that the world is flawed. It has problems that must be fixed.
Prestige is trust, trust with money, and trust with money allows you to make an impact fund that creates a difference. Invest in the future. Invest in a better world. I promise you, there will be no billions of dollars coming through your investments unless people can trust your prestige, your sacrifices, and your work ethic.
Based on the most insightful WSO discussions, the argument about chasing prestige being selfish or selfless is deeply nuanced. Prestige undeniably opens doors—it builds trust, credibility, and access to resources that can amplify your impact on the world. However, the trade-offs are significant, as highlighted in various threads. Sacrificing personal relationships, mental health, and time for prestige is a choice that depends on your values and long-term goals.
Some WSO users argue that prestige is a tool, not an end goal. It provides leverage to create meaningful change, whether through philanthropy, impact investing, or leadership in influential roles. Others emphasize that prestige alone doesn’t guarantee fulfillment or societal impact—what matters is how you use the opportunities it provides.
Ultimately, the decision to chase prestige or prioritize personal connections is personal. The key takeaway from WSO discussions is that prestige can be a powerful enabler, but it’s essential to align it with a purpose that resonates with your values and aspirations.
Sources: Megafund PE -> Impact Investing (IFC World Bank)? Am I Crazy?, Re: Does School Prestige Matter?, Re: Does School Prestige Matter?, Rethinking the wall street path, Why Prestige Really Matters
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