Graduation day: John Zimmer at TEDxLausanne

- John began his career in Toronto, as a lawyer specialized in international relations. In 1998, he moved to Geneva to pursue an international career. He has worked at the United Nations, the International Organization for Migration and the World Health Organization. He is also a speaker and presentation skills trainer. John is the editor of , a popular blog about public speaking followed by readers worldwide, and he is the co-creator of Rhetoric -- The Public Speaking Game™.

Graduation is a significant moment in our lives; it represents a major step in our personal evolution. It is not always an easy step to take, with its contradictory mix of fear and excitement. However, venturing into the unknown provides us with a great opportunity for personal growth. Graduation isn't just for young people — we can "graduate" many times in our lives because we can always step into the unknown. When are you graduating?

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