Motivational Speech About Wise Third Grade Dropout

Dr. Rick Rigsby is an ordained minister and motivational speaker. Recently, he was giving a commencement speech to a group of students when he drew on his own life experiences.

Rigsby's father was always an inspiration and he calls him the wisest person he ever knew. His father was a third grade dropout but that didn't stop him from working hard every single day to continue his education and care for his family.

Throughout tough times in Rigsby's life, his dad was always there to guide him. These simple lessons can truly change a person's life. No wonder this speech is going viral.