When life gives you lemons, you can either sulk or make a lemonade.

The year 2016 saw a lot of ups and downs.

But it was also an inspiring year for students who got to hear and experience some of the world's best leaders and innovators share their life's best learnings.

We are talking of graduation speeches!

From Sheryl Sandberg to Steven Spielberg, we bring you the best of advice to deal with your life and career.

Click on the scrolls below to read the speeches.

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