12 Rules for Life

Who recommended it

1. DS

   Derek Sivers Writer, musician and founder of CD Baby

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   Derek Sivers scored it 9/10 on his "Recommend it" scale, one of his highest ratings.

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2. DF

   Darius Foroux Writer and entrepreneur

   Explicit recommendation

   Recommended on Darius Foroux's reading list, in his best philosophy books.

   Listed in the source as “12 Rules For Life”.

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3. DP

   David Perell Writer and podcaster

   Explicit recommendation

   Listed under "All Time Favorites" on David Perell's reading page.

   Reading↗ Personal websiteperell.com perell.com · undated · checked 12 Nov 2026

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