6. Focus on Solving Big Problems
Why?
Gates believes that the biggest opportunities lie in solving global challenges—whether in health, energy, or education.
Proof:
- “How to Avoid a Climate Disaster” (2021):
*”The companies and countries that invent clean-energy breakthroughs will lead the 21st-century economy.”* - Gates Foundation’s Global Health Investments:
- Funding malaria eradication has saved 7.6 million lives (Gates Foundation, 2023 Impact Report).
- His bet on mRNA vaccines (via BioNTech) paid off massively during COVID-19.
Actionable Steps:
✅ Identify urgent problems (e.g., AI ethics, water scarcity, aging populations).
✅ Support or invest in solutions: Gates funds AltMeat, nuclear energy, and AI safety.
✅ Think beyond profits: Solving big problems often leads to monopolistic advantages (like Microsoft with PCs).
