Rule 6 is not just our name, but our philosophy and is derived from the book, “The Art of Possibility”. While explaining one of the practices in the book a story is used to introduce a principle that we try to live by.

”Two prime ministers sat in a room, discussing affairs. A man interrupts them with fury, shouting, and mayhem. “Peter,” the resident minister says, “Remember Rule Number Six.” This stops the furious man instantly and he is replaced with a calm version of himself.

Upon returning to the conversation, the two are interrupted yet again. This time it is a hysterical woman. The resident minister repeats himself, “Remember Rule Number Six.” The woman coolly exits the room, apologizing.

The scene is repeated a third time and the second minister is left confused. “I’ve seen many things in my life, but never anything as remarkable as this. What is the secret of Rule Number Six?”

“Very simple. Rule Number Six: don’t take yourself so damn seriously.”

After pondering, the second minister agrees that it’s a fine rule and asks about Rules 1-5. The resident minister laughs and says, “there aren’t any.”

This philosophy allows us to constantly learn, have fun with our work, listen with empathy, and stay approachable.