In an age of real-time communication and fighting to make quarterly numbers, we often forget to think about the long view–the big picture. This engaging and informative video from National Geographic focuses on a new population landmark and puts it in perspective. (The population growth graphic at 47 second mark alone makes this video worth watching.)

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