Summary: Sometimes, life surprises us with moments of reflection. I remember vividly having a captivating conversation with a taxi driver. While stuck in traffic on my way to the airport after hosting a South by Southwest meet-up on neural diversity hiring, he curiously asked about the key to my success. His question inspired me to jot down my 7 rules to live by. Continuing with the Best of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/killerinnovations">Killer Innovations</a>, I share them with you in the hope that they'll assist you in achieving personal and professional triumphs.<br> <br> My 7 Rules to Live By<br> Stay connected to the people who matter most.<br> Keep in touch personally, not just electronically. Nurture deep relationships with loved ones.<br> Listen more, talk less.<br> Be genuinely interested in others, actively listen, and ask questions—end conversations by offering help.<br> Make commitments you're genuinely committed to.<br> Don't make false promises. If you can't deliver, be honest and find alternative solutions.<br> Don't get caught up in credit.<br> Credit will find its rightful owner. Embrace teamwork and acknowledge others' contributions.<br> Acknowledge and encourage others.<br> Success is a result of collective effort. Express gratitude and provide words of encouragement.<br> Handle criticism with compassion.<br> Pause before responding. Count to ten or wait a day. Choose compassion over rudeness. Seek advice before reacting.<br> Set priorities based on the “5 Fs.”<br> Faith, Family, Friends, Fitness, and Finance. Filter demands based on these priorities.<br> Now that you have my 7 rules to live by, create your own set to achieve personal and professional success. Before you start, let me just tell you one thing: success is personal, so your set of rules should be, too. Think about what matters to you, what <a href="https://killerinnovations.com/the-best-of-killer-innovations-my-innovation-library/">principles</a> guide you, what values you hold dear. Create a set of rules that aligns with them. And don't forget to make them actionable, measurable, and realistic. Remember, these rules to live by are not a one-time thing. They're a continuous practice that helps you grow, learn, and become a better version of yourself.<br> To learn more about rules to live by, listen to this week's show: <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/philmckinney/Seven_Rules_to_Live_By.mp3">The Best of Killer Innovations: 7 Rules to Live By</a>.<br>
