Source: Fortune
Summary
Hilary Duff, the former Disney star, advised graduates of Northeastern University to be selective in their career choices, saying that taking on too many opportunities can come at a cost. Duff, who was catapulted into stardom at 13, regretted saying yes to too much during her peak, losing her own voice and energy. She now advocates for choosing what gives you room to grow and letting go of what no longer serves you. Duff’s message to Gen Z is that success doesn’t require having your entire future mapped out.
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The announcement sounds familiar.
Hilary Duff’s advice to Gen Z echoes the sentiments of business leaders like Steve Jobs and Warren Buffett, who emphasized the importance of saying no to opportunities that don’t align with one’s priorities. Duff’s own experience of taking on too much and losing her own voice is a cautionary tale for young professionals. The key is to choose what excites and challenges you, and to let go of what no longer serves you. As Duff said, “The world only becomes more interesting and accommodating and marvelous when people show up as they truly are.”
Author: Evan Null
