Peter Diamandis

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Score 138
10/12/2024, 8:01:33 PM
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Peter H. Diamandis, MD
@PeterDiamandis
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We blew $1 million into this PR stunt (losing some key members who thought we were crazy) to get front-page news coverage worldwide. We achieved a brilliant 26 teams competing across countries, investing $100 million for the $10 million prize (which benefitted the entire…
Peter H. Diamandis, MD
@PeterDiamandis
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268d
How could we get the world’s attention about this idea (XPRIZE) born above the line of super credibility? I contacted the Association of Space Explorers and brought 20 astronauts and government groups like the FAA & NASA to a massive press event under the St. Louis arch for one…
Peter H. Diamandis, MD
@PeterDiamandis
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268d
I took the HQ of XPRIZE to the only place it made sense: St. Louis, Missouri, and created the new Spirit of St. Louis organization, where we raised 500K by pitching our hearts out to the many multi-billionaire industrial families.
Peter H. Diamandis, MD
@PeterDiamandis
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268d
My goal was to make people reimagine the idea of space flight and challenge the status quo of the assumption that only governments could do it. Back in the 90s, commercial and human space flights were viewed as insane.
Peter H. Diamandis, MD
@PeterDiamandis
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268d
I created XPRIZE as a 501(c)(3), and without knowing who would fund it at first, I started asking for donations of $25 and $100 that were sent by mail (back when we had and cared about mailboxes) and slowly started funding my goal.
Peter H. Diamandis, MD
@PeterDiamandis
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268d
I was gifted a copy of The Spirit of St Louis, which inspired me to create a prize for space flight, stemming from my frustration with space. I wrote a little note on the corner reading: XPRIZE. YES, books can CHANGE your life. To this day, I still read DAILY (and you should…

The statement is part of a broader conversation about the XPRIZE initiative, which aims to promote innovation in space flight. It reflects on the challenges faced and the collaboration with Anousheh Ansari, highlighting the importance of shared vision and passion in achieving success. The tone is positive and acknowledges the contributions of others.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does no harm and acknowledges the challenges faced, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding and empathy by sharing the collaborative effort and shared vision with Anousheh Ansari. [+1]
  3. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses influence to highlight the positive impact of collaboration and innovation in space flight, contributing to societal betterment. [+1]
  4. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech and uses the platform responsibly to share a positive narrative about the XPRIZE initiative. [+1]