Gwynne Shotwell

For whatever reason, college was just not a huge focus for me. I wasn't planning ahead. I just didn't think about it too much.

An important skill for all SpaceXers is the ability to accept critical feedback. This is key to anyone's growth and becoming better at what they do.

SpaceX is a flat organization. Anyone gets to talk to anyone, and the best idea wins - even if it comes from an intern.

I spend a lot of time on eBay buying vintage. I also really like Alexander Wang, Miu Miu, Vivienne Westwood, McQueen and Balmain.

Another thing that freaks me out is time. Time is like a book. You have a beginning, a middle and an end. It's just a cycle.