In "Doing Good Better," William MacAskill embarks on a transformative journey that challenges the conventional wisdom of altruism through the lens of effective altruism—a pragmatic, data-driven approach that optimizes the impact of our charitable actions. Drawing from his research at Oxford and compelling real-world examples, MacAskill confronts the inefficiencies and misconceptions that undermine our best intentions to make a difference. This enlightening guide dismantles the assumptions that guide our charitable impulses, replacing them with a robust framework of five critical questions designed to maximize our altruistic impact. From reevaluating the careers that contribute most significantly to societal well-being, to scrutinizing the true effectiveness of our charitable donations, MacAskill provides a radical perspective on how we can do good better, ensuring that our actions lead to meaningful and measurable positive outcomes. Beyond merely a critique, "Doing Good Better" serves as an inspirational blueprint for harnessing the power of effective altruism to address the world's most pressing challenges. With meticulous research and captivating storytelling, MacAskill demonstrates that when we apply analytical rigor and evidence-based strategies to our efforts to help others, we unlock an extraordinary potential to make a profound difference. This book is a compelling call to action for anyone who seeks to leave the world a better place, offering practical tools and insights to transform well-meaning intentions into powerful acts of change. Through its visionary approach, "Doing Good Better" redefines what it means to be altruistic in the 21st century, inviting readers to partake in a movement that is not only about doing good, but doing it better.