1. Sincerely believe that you might not know the best possible path and recognize that your ability to deal well with “not knowing” is more important than whatever it is you do know.
2. Recognize that decision making is a two-step process: First take in all the relevant information, then decide.
3. Don’t worry about looking good; worry about achieving your goal.
4. Realize that you can’t put out without taking in.
5. Recognize that to gain the perspective that comes from seeing things through another’s eyes, you must suspend judgment for a time—only by empathizing can you properly evaluate another point of view.
6. Remember that you’re looking for the best answer, not simply the best answer that you can come up with yourself.
7. Be clear on whether you are arguing or seeking to understand, and think about which is most appropriate based on your and others’ believability.
Source:
Ray Dalio’s Book Principles
