De La Salle University (DLSU) Graduation Speech - Sungwon Hong

My brother's graduation speech for the 177th Commencement Exercise on October 15, 2016.
An inspiring and heartwarming talk about:
1. Failing
2. Giving back and
3. The ambiguity of the future.
So proud of you!
Sungwon Hong
BS-Business Management
Cum Laude
Br. Gilbert Cotter Gold Medal for Excellence in Business Management

[@harathea7554]

"Time wasted while having fun is never a time wasted at all." - Sungwon Hong

[@victorshen7603]

haha， i knew this quote before, so it isnt from him; but nice one tho.

[@nardash30]

yeah .. "time you enjoyed wasting is not a wasted time" forgot who quoted this

[@rhenwind]

Right

[@user-yo8bu7yt6z]

@@nardash30 john lennon did :)

[@earth2mike]

I am way tooo much having fun!

[@ryansantos9732]

Like what he said: "Sorrounds yourself with people were smarter than you, and never be afraid to be the dumbest in the room, because that you the most potential to grow"...just wow i motivate to his speech..

[@angelzeck1617]

It's better to be wiser than to be smarter

[@hainieh.8414]

Iba talaga ang feelings pag surrounds ka ng matatalinu..

[@BossBaby2422]

Kobe bryant quotes

[@helenvillanueva3089]

Amazing, teary eyes here

[@totogianzon1713]

Be humble to learn from the wise and wonderful.

[@jecbeleno]

"If you have not found your mission in life, fear not, because you have the rest of your life finding that out."

[@ygempresschogiqueen9658]

Hmmm teumae? 👀

[@jecbeleno]

@@ygempresschogiqueen9658 yes😊💕

[@jecbeleno]

@dabsyyy mmm

[@rndm1409]

This hits differently

[@roweltorrente9370]

Let's be real here. You didn't search this. 😂

[@aprilcanonigo3763]

Exactly, y am.i her.😂

[@aishabautista4658]

Random watching but very good speech.

[@sunshineeves6356]

Nope, but i can’t complain 😃

[@ma.cecillegulay8542]

yeah

[@kwanangwanders588]

Brought to you by YT randomizer. Char! 😂

[@tiniweenie]

this quarantine got me watching random stuff hahaha

[@TheRad613]

😁 same here

[@eatgirlg9040]

Hehe me tooo

[@venusjanepaterno9818]

Same here🤣🤣🤣

[@marichelletorres7311]

Same here..but I like to say that his speech was so good and encouraging..

[@johndavemacanas5132]

Same.. Hahaha

[@lizli7920]

"Failure is different from failing. Failure is an outcome while failing is a process." Great speech. Not too long, not too short.

[@gielaisaanapada754]

"failure is the outcome, failing is a process" -Sungwon Hong

[@Rociokirsten]

True and as I always say Fail means First attempt in learning.

[@unicahijasofia8478]

When he said " I may have a face of Korean, but I am a Filipino by heart" melts my Filipino heart

[@waykimly2850]

you were born in the philippines and grew up in the philippines therefore you are a filipino.. a naturalised filipino

[@febarikit2430]

Oh thats why he has filipino accent english

[@maryanngalaura5095]

Yan din ang alam ko if you are born and raise to the country that you live inn ganun na din ang nationality mo.

[@johnraineerurmatam9592]

@@maryanngalaura5095 Dual Citizenship pwede niya ata makuha dahil Jus Soli yung nangyari sa kanya kung dito siya ipinanganak sa Pilipinas. Last lesson sa AP skl. Hahahahaha

[@waykimly2850]

@@johnraineerurmatam9592 right.. he has that privilege.. i am sure his parents applied for his Philippine citizenship after 5 years he was born in the country. and i am sure proud sayo teacher mo dahil naaply mo agad lesson niya.. haha congrats!

[@johnraineerurmatam9592]

@@waykimly2850 Hahahahahaha Salamat

[@neinei5150]

This just gave me motivation to finish my modules. tysm

[@raspailgranouille7927]

Go go go kaya mo yan 😁

[@ronquitoriano49]

GO GET THAT BAG KING 👑

[@zanderpagal4574]

Bring home the bacon🙏❤

[@aca4262]

Natawa ako ng konti sa modules

[@edlynjoyguly9041]

Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened. ❤️👏👏

[@blueangelaj1178]

That statement captured my attention too. A remarkable msg to all of us.

[@ronaldpaguiligan5421]

It is a process especially when the thing that ends is so joyful that it hurts it would end. We have to cry remembering it and then smile.

[@cleablk3199]

- Dr. Seuss

[@piamakiling6691]

"Do not be afraid of the unknown; as the unknown gives us so many reasons to keep going" WOW! on my first year in college and luckily, I came across with this motivational speech!

[@christophermontilla4748]

I loved the way he said Filipino by heart. And he was born and raised in the Philippines

[@eduardochavacano]

if you are born and raised in the Philippines, then you are Filipino. Catriona Grey is Australian.

[@jmdelossantos8751]

Either one or both of your parents are Filipinos even f u were born in North pole, your child is recognized in pH constitution. Making cat a Filipino citizen because of her mother. Thanks.

[@ErwinTheBolocBoloc]

@@eduardochavacano if u eat Filipino and if u like it then u are Filipino

[@allaboutjane.z]

@@eduardochavacano but Catriona Gray doesn't have australian blood. Her father is scottish and her mother is Filipina.

[@ricachona4095]

@@allaboutjane.z She's aussie by birth.

[@janoytchannel9709]

You're not a Korean nor Filipino... You're a world man. Thanks for your inspiring speech. The world needs young people like you. God bless.

[@wilfredobuday3280]

Nationality knows no bound we are all a human race, each one is being colored differently by design and that's how we are.

[@kazunut8701]

“Mr Worldwide”

[@spinthatmetalfreak]

*Failure is an outcome, failing is a process.* I hope he achieves his dream of building his own school. He shared it with enthusiasm and maybe that will push him to fulfill it.

[@williambaltazar6811]

Thank you , DLSU Manila for the full academic scholarship granted to me and was able to finish academic requirements and graduated with the of Master of Science in Accountancy degree in April 2006. Such degree qualifies me to enroll in the Graduate School of a state university and eventually earn my doctoral degree in Business Administration, and was given a position in an academic institution such as Program Chair and Dean of Accountancy of Accountancy and Business. AGAIN, thank you DLSU-Manila...I received a world-class quality of education for FREE... I am very proud to be a LA SALLIAN..

[@anezavallentevillasan5947]

"Don't cry because it's over, but smile because it happened"😇

[@princecharlesarceo174]

grabe ang batang ito...tuloy tuloy ang speech nya na walang codigo tulad ng mga politicians natin...ang gaganda din ng mga qoutes nya nakaka inspire...sungwon you are korean by blood only.....but you were born and raised here so you are a natural filipino citizen...very well said boy...god bless you more and continue what you have achieve.....

[@meep92727]

He speaks clearly that the auto-generated caption is so accurate.

[@welovebtsthearmyfandom2824]

Crystal clear.. i have not yet finished the video while sending this comment but im sure he is a nice public speaker

[@deangomez9268]

"Enter to LEARN Leave to SERVE" - Saint Jean Baptiste de La Salle

[@bantay747]

He is a good public speaker. He will be a successful in his chosen career! Congratulation!

[@TONYPORJ]

dalawang order please!!!!

[@cebuanoni]

Congratulations!

[@pristinebeach2630]

He's highly intelligent 🌺

[@judithburillo1504]

Nice speech full of wisdom

[@ericsy4341]

he died na drug overdose :(

[@ma.shellamaeminor3822]

"When we do good for others,that actually inspires other to do good as well. " Sung Won Hong

[@ruthdeguzman4766]

"Others may look down on you, laugh at your dreams......You are not living for them, you are living for God, for country, & for what your mission in life is".........love this part of your speech👍👍👍

[@hannaganela2798]

maybe this pop out of nowhere in my recommendations because i'm too lazy to study so i can be inspired by his speech

[@tonylao2870]

He has the remarkable ability to express his thoughts and feelings to the graduates.

[@johnsitoy3080]

Failure is an outcome, Failing is a process! Just amazing how just one sentence can bring so much meaning as well as motivation

[@geffmooreblack2550]

"Don't be too hard on your self" nakakainspire ung speech. 👍☺️💙

[@nacuacristamae6928]

I watched this last 2 years ago and I repeat it again, still this speech is the best! His words are very inspiring❤️

[@isabeldizon1319]

speech without reading. awesome

[@adelaangeles7808]

I have never heard such a beautiful and inspiring speech!

[@edithcabilitazan7878]

This video popped up in my recommendation. Since this was a video years ago and a Graduation speech I wasn't sure If I will watch this. But I'm glad that I continue to watch this speech and it has motivated me mentally and emotionally. So proud of my co- Alumni, ANIMO LASALLE!

[@Kyuu1126]

I've been so down for the past few months due to I wasn't able to graduate in time etc. Watching this has really motivated me. Can't help but to share this because I know a lot of students need this too.

[@rhonmadronero9056]

I love the way he point out on failure and failing. Amazing

[@rovelgatdula-alvarez8066]

even I who is 60 years old was encourage by his speech

[@totogianzon1713]

True. We need more of his kind to make this a better world.

[@eunsihaetrio]

He speaks very well. I feel so proud like I was his sister. I think he is walking through his goals in life now and happy doing it.

[@justa964]

Watched 2x. Still my tears drop. God bless you. Every human should know to extend their hands to the most in need.

[@esterphillips9497]

Love the speech especially coming from a young man. Wishing him the best in the future.

[@wynncruz1467]

I like this Guy.A truly Filipino at heart.

[@kaamazingph2860]

This is the most entertaining, most meaningful speech i've ever watched.

[@junrepato8731]

The best speech from a graduate ever. Love it.

[@abriansamson706]

Wow, it enlightened individuals heart. , so eloquent speaker. ANIMO LA SALLE, brother. 💚

[@annieroxas5721]

Wow I love his speech God be with you on your global journey for a better world

[@stephenguansi7825]

I love this honor graduate in his speech. He is eloquent in his ways and truly at par excellent. U are a pillar and no doubt u will fly high in your aims to life and career. Good luck, dear.

[@otanix]

That speech on being happy go lucky is very Pinoy characteristics. Koreans and Japanese always emphasize to follow a certain path to success.

[@doodles4eva]

👍🦊✨💖🐕

[@normangeron8703]

Great speech coming from a great man. Very humble and inspiring with a lot of wisdom. Congratulations bro!🎊💐🎊💐🎊💐🎊💐

[@liliaguerrero9169]

Wow! He's so spontaneous and full of wisdom! One of the best speeches I've ever heard. I should share this video to my daughter. Truly inspiring indeed. Wow again!

[@sarahjaneberdan8444]

Ecq brought me here😍

[@nerissaviolata475]

Congratulations 👏 very spontaneous speech ,he is so smart and have a good heart instilled by his parents good luck 😉 and God Bless you and your family 👍🙏

[@hannasasil1681]

I was there! He was my classmate in a few subjects in college. My classmates (at least me and my seat mates) would always be in awe or jealous of how well he would give class presentations. Im glad this is going viral.

[@huerinn9521]

Galing omg sana all.😭

[@Jabz1995]

Such a great honor to hear that speech 😊😊

[@erwinconxepts]

wow the best graduation speech ive ever heard of, pure and deeply meaningful. congratulations guys, dlsu molded these bright young minds. kodus dlsu!

[@markvpineda897]

Best speech I’ve ever heard… Full of heart and wisdom ❤️

[@Dragon_Brand]

Grades aren't everything. They are only a piece of the whole pie. Somewhere down in the road of life no person will ask what your grades were in college. You don't have to selectively surround yourself with just smart people. You grow as a person when you share and teach others who are struggling. And when you teach, you are using knowledge to not forget what you learned. This is what awesome teachers actually do. In the workplace if you're a member of a team, you are only good as the weakest link. So come together and help lift up that one guy. It'll benefit everyone at the end because outsiders do notice the work of the weakest link. It's wise to have a mixture of friends, smarts aren't everything. You'll learn so much more in life. Saint La Salle would have done the same.

[@papanongsvlog9660]

It's been 3 years ago but the messages are always relevant. Very healthy. Congrats

[@aliganfesariton1679]

My heart filled of happiness when I heard that you are planning to build school 😉 God bless 🙏 you

[@pjsam3148]

Saw this randomly and ended up finishing it. Congratulations to your wonderful speech and to your hard work as a student. God bless! May you inspire more people as you go. 🎉🎉🎉

[@gabrielvicente780]

Thank you Mr. Hong for this inspiring speech. You have amazing talent to convey your message to the world. Wishing you success in life's journey. God bless you and your proud family for investing to your future.

[@rossdales1270]

what an speech brother i'm indeed speechless to your inspiring,encouraging and touching speech because i learn two words from your speech FAILURE-is the outcome FAILING-is the process God bless you beyond measure.

[@samohtsolacad229]

“...a speech...”

[@emzaid7747]

I really like the parts of his speech which the different between "failing and failure " failure is the outcome and failing is the process.

[@flinch2657]

How can a 4 year old speech makes me feel better about myself. Thank you.

[@jonilapuz7680]

Ikaw ay isand Pilipino. kasi dito ka isinilang, lumaki, nagkaisip at nag-aral. nakita mo ang buhay pilipino mahirap man o mayaman...ang pamilya mo ay tumutulong sa mga mahihirap na Pilipino...ikaw ay isang tunay na inspiration sa mga kabataan Pilipino. balang araw hindi ako magtataka kung ikaw ay maging isang pulitiko. sapagkat ang iyon isip at puso ay nasa bayan Pilipinas. Mabuhay ka. Kabayan. stay safe.

[@renatoevasco5782]

I love when he said their family is feeling a crisis yet her mother always find something to give no wonder he is such a wonderful son he came from a wonderful parents. I pray that your dream to have a school open for all ages and for free should be realized Thanks for your speach. A very good one. God bless you and your dreams.

[@purposeon6628]

Y is this in my recommendation list 😂 im not even from la salle

[@jesusagarcia7471]

Me too gahahha

[@LeonalynExplores]

Hahaha... me three hahaha😂✌

[@akiemercado7428]

Me four😂😂

[@maribong3113]

Me Five

[@quistomichaeljoshuaa.7033]

Ako din nagulat ako😂

[@thatwaslithe3849]

the filipino accent is so accurate the subtitles must have felt so triggered

[@chim__park]

Coz filipino accents do have strong accent so when we pronounced english, it's pronounces strongly that it feels it's pronouced precisely.

[@user-hf8zv7qw4l]

@@chim__park Neutral kasi yung english accent ng pinoy.

[@iamlawrence_hmar_1023]

Studying is a talent, studying is an art.. Well said... Something I needed to hear today ❤

[@AirCrewRani]

So inspiring. I loved his speech. Deep, lots of realizations.

[@peachesandpink4619]

Sobrang inspiring, grabe. Watched this twice..

[@milagrossuva8219]

OMG, WHAT AN AMAZING SPEECH! I just love this guy. So full of wisdom. You inspired to keep going. You deserve the accolade. .

[@lattezuha]

"Do not be afraid of the unknown; as the unknown gives us so many reasons to keep going" i'm so lucky that i heard this words from him with so much enthusiasm, it lift my confidence and spiritual spirit up as I will take my first step as a college student, grace carried us to where we are right now, and by grace, we will keep going

[@iniibigkoangpilipinas8342]

i did not graduate. was able to get a good job, a great job actually. then eventually had my own business which went bankrupt last year. when most of my batchmates are now what society view as "made" (the houses, the cars, the trips abroad, you name it), i never felt i failed. never attended reunions for i have this feeling that there will always be judgment. where you live, what vehicle you own, what places you've visited. i may be someone who did not make it. but for me, i was always there. i enjoyed and enjoying life. for me, i had and has a life. if tomorrow i die, i will be grateful for the life lived. never look up. always look down. that is my view in life. i still feel blessed for there are more people who have less, much less in life compared to me. for me, then and now, diploma is just a piece.of paper. no, i am not advocating for students not to finish college. go for it but i did not. i just felt then that i won't need it to live a happy and contented life. and i have no regrets at all.

[@J-Roze]

I saw this vid a couple of days ago but I didnt dare to click it since I hate long speeches but I was so bored today thay I decided to finally watch this. And I never rgegreted it his speech remind me of my student life. And im one of those crammers. Love his speech. Goodluck and God bless.

[@J-Roze]

@Macaria Elle i think there are a lot of us. 😂

[@malpete]

J-rose omg same here then finally I click and I am happy I did 👍😁

[@yallahjohanna]

Same here

[@joelbasmayor1148]

Sing Hee Hong, you’re such a brilliant young man! Good luck brother and thanks for being a person that you are! God bless to you..

[@Ramfadora]

He did his speech so well. Could be a successful person in his generation.

[@mariat.anderson5242]

He is sooo inspiring. What a great positive speech I’ve ever heard!!!

[@najjjjjjj]

KZbin really be giving us content like this when losing hope

[@marialiglesias1699]

One great speaker... not long, not short speech.. yet very impactful, very inspiring. Komawa, Hong SungWon for a great speech. God bless you.

[@eneri83]

The best graduation speech I heard is from the High School Grad.in Padapada High School Province of Tarlac,Her inspirational speech turns only from books to computer,from one whole sheet of paper to one half,one forth and length twice...she is so smart to explain it all and connected it all by the failure and successful.

[@susansaliendra3148]

Congrats! You have such an amazing speech. You are such an inspiration to our young generation Keep up the good work. God bless you!!

[@vll9915]

What a powerful graduation speech. He deserves an outstanding ovation for the profound message delivered not only for the graduates but also for all those who attended the graduation ceremony and the vloggers around the world. I strongly believe, his speech would make a very big impact on the graduates in the difference not only for the present generation but also for the future generations as well.

[@apophis3852]

One of those speech I've ever finished. Well delivered!

[@maristellawehimbel7238]

So much respect for you De La Salle for raising such young man like him who is a source of life changing to many of us❤

[@cdslyrics6430]

Failure is an outcome while failing is a process- Sungwon Hong❤️

[@deangomez9268]

"Fulfill your ministry with all the affection of your heart." - Saint Jean Baptiste de La Salle

[@AirCrewRani]

Awwwww congratulations! So articulate. I have always loved Koreans. You guys were so warm and hospitable. 🙏

[@castertroyar5526]

The Smartest Speaker Graduate's I've ever Heard.. So full of Wisdom, Encouraging and He Uplift All His Batch Graduated to be A better version of themselves in the nearby of their brighter future..

[@vincentbuenaventura2762]

Let's be honest, you didn't search for this. But you probably watched it anyway. 😆😆

[@JanuWaray]

Eloquently said. Finding this vid.was a pleasant surprise! Your speech, sir, entertained, amused, enlightened, informed, and enjoined me to take up the same challenge. What a heartfelt speech! Mabuhay ka!

[@malpete]

issai 0108 likewise

[@steshka1015]

I'm re-inspired by his speech. One time in your life after graduates you lost fire to be better and achieve. Everything becomes dull. That's my situation now. But watching this, make me think again and hope again.

[@kris-fm3ys]

i would like to thank yt for recommending this to me. really inspired by his speech specially in the midst of pandemic. continue striving y'all. makakapagtapos rin tayo ng pag-aaral!! PADAYOOOOOON!!!

[@grachellemarietupas581]

I am almost 4 years late to watch this inspiring speech. I'd like to know where and what are you doing now. How I wished I could have a wise friend like you. God bless you Sungwon Hong.

[@ikediaz6804]

After I had watched his speech, it triggered me to watch the other speeches. After watching all the other valedictory speeches I could say this guy is great speaker among them all..

[@cyranghae]

Saw this on my newsfeed and I never knew that I needed this!

[@atashinshii541]

I think God has a purpose why i am here. Thank you for sharing this

[@ineedtruth.2075]

Live, enjoy and jump into the unknown. Life is an adventure. 💛

[@Enoughyoufool]

Man, this hit me so hard.. Dude is well spoken. I salute!

[@passionistafoodieofficial9655]

What an inspirational speech... I admit I’m older than this man but his words are indeed remarkable... that phrase about FAILURE and FAILING? Indeed, I’ll keep that in mind👌👌👌👏👏👏👏👏

[@rosienatividad7023]

Very inspiring message. It's full of hope and love..congratulations Sunwong Hong..You have a good heart.. God bless you that you can help the people of God in their circumstances..

[@jetgonzalez1878]

Kudos, Sung Hee Hong, nice one! May the Father Almighty continuously bless you and all your future endeavors :) Godbless

[@dianso]

what a great speech! learned a lot from this. good job everyone :)

[@nardvillanueva]

HE is really cool and engaging speaker! I actually finished the entire speech. I want to hear more of his talks in the future.

[@featienzadesagun1018]

Such a heart piercing speech.. That made me fall in love again with Korea as a whole being one of the employees in a Korean company.. An overflowing gratitude for inculcating such powerful message for us all in the world.. Indeed, at the end of the day, we are one.. God bless you more..