People often feel a lack of purpose in their work, especially in tech, and many are looking for more meaningful contributions, such as those found in government service.

If you're interested in contributing to government service, there are many opportunities available, including short tours that allow you to apply your skills without long-term commitment.

Success for me is having a positive impact on others, whether through business, nonprofits, or government service.

To attract technology talent from the commercial sector to defense, it's important to emphasize the meaningful impact of their work.

The CTO position within government came 30 years after it did in the private sector, acknowledging that commercial technology can be a disruptive force for the government.

Many successful individuals, like Bill Gates, continue to work because they find meaning in their work rather than viewing it as a job.

The current political climate in the U.S. resembles the transformative changes seen during FDR's presidency, with a significant influx of talent from the private sector into government roles.

Many in government have been waiting for innovative companies to deliver better technology, as they have experienced the limitations of outdated systems in their service.

The government often grows without accountability, but recent experiences suggest that remote work inefficiencies in federal agencies could lead to a reevaluation of their roles and possibly their replacement with more effective solutions.