Steve Jobs
June 7, 2025
In his 2005 Stanford commencement speech, Steve Jobs emphasized the importance of change and the need to embrace it, focusing on the concept that change is inevitable, and it’s how we respond to it that matters. He highlighted that death is a “change agent” and urged graduates to live their own lives rather than being trapped by dogma or the opinions of others.
Jobs views change as an inherent part of life, particularly through the lens of death, which he describes as “the single best invention of life” because it “clears out the old to make way for the new”.
He encourages individuals to avoid being influenced by others’ expectations and instead to pursue their own passions and values, emphasizing that “your time is limited”.
Jobs advocates for embracing change rather than resisting it, suggesting that it is a necessary part of progress and personal growth.
He urges individuals to listen to their own inner voice and not be swayed by the opinions of others, encouraging them to follow their own path.
Jobs shares his own experience of connecting seemingly unrelated events in his life, highlighting the importance of trusting that things will come together in the future.
He encourages graduates to “think different,” to challenge the status quo, and to embrace the potential for innovation and change.
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.”
“Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.”
“The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.”
You can watch this video to learn more about the Steve Jobs’ Stanford commencement speech:
https://www.craftdeology.com/life-changing-lessons-steve-jobs-commencement-speech/
