Being around some of the bright lights of the technology world and having them expect great things helps you sit down and do it seriously.

My characters are not underachievers; they aspire to great things, but they are limited by the world around them.

Now, the typical way you make good things happen in Washington is you find a bunch of wealthy companies who agree with you.

Believe deep down in your heart that you're destined to do great things.

If we drive down the cost of transportation in space, we can do great things.

Normally, I just sit in my quiet little room and do the small things that bring me pleasures. I read my books, I answer email, I write a little bit.