Commencement speeches are among the most deadly dull forms of public address. Steve Jobs' words of wisdom to Stanford's 2005 graduating class are an exception. His brief remarks provide useful insight based on Jobs' life and career experiences. They include a window into the mix of thoughtful understanding and irritating hubris characteristic of Apple's guiding light. They're worth reading; his "don't settle" advice is spot on.Here's the link from Scott Herhold's column in the San Jose Mercury News. The photo is from the June 12, 2005 edition of the Stanford Report. Its associated story noted that Jobs wore jeans and sandals under the traditional black graduation gown.
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