Sportscaster and Former Tennis Star
Elon University | May 24, 2014
In 2014, Mary Carillo, a distinguished sports commentator and former tennis player, shared her wealth of knowledge and insights with the students of Elon University. With a career that spanned both the tennis court and the broadcast booth, her visit was a captivating exploration of the world of sports and journalism. Carillo's discussions on sports, her personal journey from athlete to commentator, and her commitment to excellence, showcasing the power of passion and expertise in the world of sports commentary.
10 top life lessons by Mary Carillo
- Get into something and see where it takes you. If you really seem to like it, get good at it. Embrace new experiences without fearing the unknown. By exploring and honing your interests, you open doors to unexpected opportunities and personal growth.
- There’s nothing like competence. Your bosses will recognize it and appreciate that quality immediately. Strive for excellence in your pursuits. Competence is a valuable asset that gains recognition, earning respect and appreciation from those around you.
- It’s one of the best qualities to have, the ability to reset after you’ve taken a hard hit. Resilience is crucial in the face of challenges. The capacity to bounce back from setbacks showcases the strength of the human spirit and its ability to overcome adversity.
- I’m not asking you kids to change the whole world. But if you’re kind, you’re doing far more than you know. There’s nothing more powerful than kindness. Small acts of kindness have a ripple effect. By treating others with compassion, you contribute to positive change, creating a chain reaction that can impact lives and, ultimately, the world.
- If you’re kind to people, if you change one life because of how you treat someone, and if that person, in turn, is kind to someone else, that’s how this great spinning world of ours really changes. The cumulative effect of kindness is transformative. Each act of kindness sets in motion a chain of positivity, illustrating the potential for individuals to collectively shape a more compassionate and harmonious world.
Best quotes of Mary Carillo‘s speech
"Get into something and see where it takes you. If you really seem to like it, get good at it.""It's one of the best qualities to have, the ability to reset after you've taken a hard hit."
Video of Mary Carillo‘s Commencement speech at Elon University
There is a distinct thrill to committing to something, to being ‘all in’.
SPEECH EXCERPTS
“Get into something and see where it takes you. If you really seem to like it, get good at it”
“There’s nothing like competence. Your bosses will recognize it and appreciate that quality immediately.”
“It’s one of the best qualities to have, the ability to reset after you’ve taken a hard hit,” Carillo said. “I’ve had the pleasure and privilege of seeing the human spirit in full flight in incredible ways.”
“I’m not asking you kids to change the whole world. But if you’re kind, you’re doing far more than you know. There’s nothing more powerful than kindness,” she said. “If you’re kind to people if you change one life because of how you treat someone, and if that person, in turn, is kind to someone else, that’s how this great spinning world of ours really changes.”
Source: Elon University