Understanding Opportunities and Obligations

The speaker discusses the themes of opportunity and obligation, sharing personal stories from his life. He reflects on how unexpected events, like becoming a parent at a young age, presented opportunities for growth. Moving to New York City and working various jobs, he learned to seize opportunities, even when they seemed unclear. As his career progressed, he achieved success but felt the need to pivot towards more meaningful work. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the 'lottery of life' and using one's position to help others. The talk concludes with a focus on leveraging opportunities for the greater good.

What was the main topic the speaker decided to focus on for his presentation?

• The importance of sports

• Opportunity and obligation

• The history of cinema

• The nuances of design in movies

At what age did the speaker become a parent?

• 20

• 18

• 16

• 15

What job did the speaker have before moving to New York City?

• Waiter

• Fry cook

• Dishwasher

• Bike messenger

How did the speaker first get a job with the famous artist in New York City?

• By attending an art exhibition

• By applying online

• By disassembling police barricades

• Through a friend

What was the speaker's role when he first started working for the artist?

• Dishwasher

• Bike messenger

• Assistant

• Studio manager

What was the speaker's first major directing opportunity?

• A TV commercial for Atkins low carb candy bars

• A music video

• A feature film

• A YouTube video

What did the speaker decide to focus on after feeling unfulfilled with his success in TV and films?

• Traveling the world

• Making YouTube videos

• Starting a new business

• Writing books

What does the speaker believe is the difference between recklessness and fearlessness?

• Recklessness is taking risks; fearlessness is avoiding risks

• Recklessness is being careless; fearlessness is being careful

• Recklessness is being brave; fearlessness is being cautious

• Recklessness is acting without thinking; fearlessness is acting despite fear

What nonprofit organization did the speaker work with in Uganda?

• Treat the Pain

• Feed the Children

• Save the Children

• Doctors Without Borders

What was the speaker's unique proposal for the promotional video budget for The Secret Life of Walter Mitty?

• To spend the budget helping people in need

• To produce a short film

• To create a documentary

• To make a traditional commercial