I don't think the profession of scientist should be about spectacle, nor tailored around competition. Without the boring parts that take a long time and inspiring collaborations (even between 'rivals'), you end up with a priesthood of survivors.https://twitter.com/MJBiercuk/status/1219379665363582981 …
Traits like competitiveness and political contexts like arms races do bring up breakthroughs, but if you take out simple contemplation, kindness and generosity, what is the point of of your success? What type of "industrial quantum engineer" are you promoting?