Michael Bloomberg's 2016 Commencement Speech at University of Michigan

I just spotted Michael Bloomberg's 2016 commencement speech at the University of Michigan, which gained attention for his support of campus free speech. Bloomberg did a wonderful job of adapting to his audience. He took time to visit various campus hangouts before the speech so he could mention some aspects of the students' lives.

Early in his speech, he noted that college helps students learn to think critically and to work together. He said that this was more important than choosing a major. He also illustrated his points with stories, his own life experiences, and a long (and accurate!) quotation from George Washington.

One of the best ways to become a better speaker is to listen to speeches like Bloomberg's. We can see the techniques that successful speakers use and adapt the best techniques to our own speaking.