Randy Pausch's Last Lecture: Achieving Your Childhood Dreams
Carnegie Mellon University
Why leaders watch it
Dying professor's talk on pursuing goals, persistence, and helping others, with practical lessons on mentoring and attitude.
Randy Pausch's 2007 last lecture at Carnegie Mellon, given as he was dying of pancreatic cancer. He reflects on achieving childhood dreams, overcoming obstacles and helping others reach theirs.
Takeaways
- Brick walls show how badly you want something
- Help others achieve their dreams
- Be honest and own your work
Topics: Career & life advice, Vision & purpose
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