It's a well-known speech, and one of Jobs' most notable public appearances ... But I naively chose a college that was almost as expensive as Stanford, and all of my working-class parents' savings ...

Steve Jobs was born on this day in 1955. In 2005, the Apple founder offered his top advice with Stanford graduates, warning them not to spend their futures “living someone else’s life.” ...

In 2005, the Apple founder offered his top advice with Stanford graduates, warning them not to spend their futures “living someone else’s life.” Steve Jobs was born on this day in 1955.

Few speeches stand the test of time, but Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford University commencement address isn't just remembered—it's studied, quoted, and dissected like scripture for the modern entrepreneur.

Former CEO of Apple, Steve Jobs, who passed away in October 2011 understood this best and still remains an inspirational figure for aspiring entrepreneurs and everyone who wishes to become successful ...

"I was out — and very publicly out," Jobs said in a 2005 commencement speech at Stanford University ... author of "The Second Coming of Steve Jobs." During his time away from Apple, Jobs ...

Then, Jobs dropped a reality check: one day, you will die. A year before the speech, Jobs was diagnosed ... Not just for Stanford graduates, but for anyone afraid of making the wrong move.