Today’s episode is a special one — and something of a tradition now. Around this time last year, I created a graduation-themed episode featuring powerful answers to the question I always ask my guests:

“What do you know today about being bold that you wish you knew earlier on?”

It became one of the most shared episodes — and it stuck with me. So this year, I'm bringing it back!

This episode is your bold moves graduation speech, straight from those who’ve been in the arena — entrepreneurs, creatives, leaders, authors, and advocates. They’ve taken big leaps, faced setbacks, and kept going. Now, they’re sharing what they wish they could’ve told their younger selves about being bold— so you can carry their hard-earned wisdom forward.

Whether you’re a new grad, early in your career, or standing at a midlife crossroads, this one’s for you.

When you're done listening, check out last year’s graduation episode, “A Bold Moves Graduation Speech: What We Wish We Knew About Being Bold Earlier On,” — it’s the perfect companion to double your bold inspiration and fuel your Bold Moves journey even more: https://www.kristenrocco.com/podcast/episode/206e05dc/a-bold-moves-graduation-speech-what-we-wish-we-knew-about-being-bold-earlier-on

Now go out and show the world what you've got! I’m supporting you all the way!

Special thanks to all the Bold Move guests featured in this episode:

Kate Grantham, Owner of KIG Events

Imran Syed, Founder & CEO of Hatchproof

Polina Ruvinsky, Founder of HypeHQ

Mikkel Leslie, Founder of A Fulfilled Life Coaching

Julie Stoltman, Founder of Reframe Career & Leadership

Sarah Alaimo, Author and Founder of Elevate Consulting Collective

Kate Weshler, Host of Root to Bloom

Morli Desai, Business Advisor

Scott Merritt, Co-host of Second Act Stories and Founder of Strategic Global Media

Andrea Bartz, Best-selling Author

Sandy Rosenthal, Founder of Levees.org

Sarah Schneider, Leadership Strategist and Executive Coach

Mary McGreevy, Creator of Tips From Dead People

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