Volatiles are the engineers who: Prefer to define strategy rather than follow it. Have issues with authority and often have legitimate arguments for anarchy. Can’t conceive of failing, and seek a thrill in risk. See working with others as a time-consuming and onerous task, prefer to work in small, autonomous groups, and don’t give a shit how you feel. Often don’t build particularly beautiful or stable things, but they sure do build a lot. Are only reliable if it’s in their best interest. Leave a trail of disruption in their wake.