Graduation Inspiring Quotes

#1. You're young. Maybe there'll be time for a do-over if you don't get it right the first time. But there are no guarantees. There will come a time as it has for me when there's no time for a do-over.

Elizabeth Edwards

#2. You can lead a boy to college, but you cannot make him think.

Elbert Hubbard

#3. Be present. I would encourage you with all my heart just to be present. Be present and open to the moment that is unfolding before you. Because, ultimately, your life is made up of moments. So don't miss them by being lost in the past or anticipating the future.

Jessica Lange

#4. You already have every characteristic necessary for success if you recognize, claim, develop and use them

Zig Ziglar

#5. When we do more than we are paid to do, eventually we will be paid more for what we do.

Zig Ziglar

#6. You all have opportunities and skills and education that so many folks who came before you never could have dreamed of. So just imagine the kind of impact that you're going to make. Imagine how you can inspire those around you to reach higher and complete their own education.

Michelle Obama

#7. Work hard but work smart. Always. Every day. Nothing is handed to you and nothing is easy. You're not owed anything ... No job or task is too small or beneath you. If you want to get ahead, volunteer to do the things no one else wants to do, and do it better. Be a sponge. Be open and learn.

Bobbi Brown

#8. The memory of sacred moment is unforgettable.

Lailah Gifty Akita

#9. If you're willing to stand for what you believe in ... you won't need advice from me, because you will be able to handle whatever comes.

Whoopi Goldberg

#10. You will throughout your life have people who will tell you that you're not good enough. Maybe they're jealous. Maybe they think you aren't. Maybe they've had a bad day. But ultimately you have to believe in yourself.

Meredith Vieira