We have a strict 'no a-hole policy' at SpaceX. And we fire people they are. I mean, we give them a little bit of warning. But if they continue to be an a-hole, then they're fired.

The thing that's worth doing is trying to improve our understanding of the world and gain a better appreciation of the universe and not to worry too much about there being no meaning. And, you know, try and enjoy yourself. Because, actually, life's pretty good. It really is.

It's a fixer-upper of a planet but we could make it work.

The extension of life beyond Earth is the most important thing we can do as a species.

It's OK to have your eggs in one basket as long as you control what happens to that basket.

I'd like to dial it back 5% or 10% and try to have a vacation that's not just e-mail with a view.

Nobody wants to buy a $60,000 electric Civic. But people will pay $90,000 for an electric sports car.