![]() ![]() ![]() “And once you get that map out, you won’t be able to refold it no matter how smart you are. So forget the map, roll down the windows, and whenever you can, pull over and have a picnic with a pig. And if you can help it, never fly as cargo.” This next one doesn’t get a ranking, and we’re not even sure it’s from a graduation speech, but we figured no blog would be complete without advice from a frog: “I’ve seen a generation eager, impatient even, to step into the rushing waters of history and change its course.” “Follow your passion, stay true to yourself, never follow someone else’s path, unless you’re in the woods and you’re lost and you see a path… then by all means you should follow that.” “Careers are not ladders – those days are gone. Sandberg, just because we think she’s awesome: “Don’t let your fears overwhelm your desire… you will never know what you’re capable of unless you try.”Īnd here’s a bonus quote from Ms. ~ Ben Bernanke, former Chairman of the Federal Reserve “If your uniform isn't dirty, you haven't been in the game.” ![]() “Have the wisdom to recognize the best in others while always demanding the best from yourself.” Will Rogers, actor, humorist and social commentator “Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.” The world is run by those who show up…not those who wait to be asked.” 80% of success in your career will come from just showing up. “If you think nobody cares if you're alive, try missing a couple of payments.” ~ Jon Stewart, comedian, writer, producer, media critic “The unfortunate, yet truly exciting thing about your life is that there is no core curriculum. ~ Oprah Winfrey, talk-show host and empire builder “Check your ego at the door and start checking your gut instead.” ~ Bette Reese, American officer and pilot “If you think you are too small to be effective, you have never been in bed with a mosquito.” Great example: “If I could give you one piece of advice, it would be this: Wear Sunscreen.” Or, we’ve always liked the one from Thomas Jefferson: “I find the harder I work, the luckier I get.”Īs you venture out to tackle life’s next great adventure, perhaps these classic lines from graduation speeches will accompany you on your journey. Often it’s a clever or funny line that catches us by surprise and snaps us to attention. Often it’s just one little memorable line that strikes the right chord in your brain and your heart – and then you carry it with you forever. Or maybe you tuned out, assuming it would just be the standard, boring stuff. National Young Leaders Alumni Conferenceĭo you remember what the speaker said at your graduation ceremony? Maybe you were so excited that it was all a blur. ![]()
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