HARDY shares life advice at MTSU commencement speech: “Self-confidence is fuel for success” [Video]

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) alum HARDY got candid about life in his commencement speech at the college’s recent graduation ceremony.

Addressing over 2,400 students as a keynote speaker, HARDY reminisced about his MTSU days and shared an anecdote about how a chance songwriting opportunity in 2016 with then-newcomer Morgan Wallen catapulted his career and earned him several #1 hits.

“The point that I’m trying to make is this: don’t be afraid to say yes to an opportunity just because you don’t think you’ll see an immediate result. You never know where your successes may come from,” shares HARDY. “In layman’s terms, take a chance on things, take a chance on people, take a chance on yourself. The word ‘yes’ can truly change your life.”

“Let’s talk about the word ‘no’ for a minute,” HARDY continues.

“Never be afraid to say no. Stand up for yourself when the time comes. And if your gut is ever telling you to …