Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success
by John Wooden and Jay Carty
Wooden's fifteen-block pyramid, industriousness and enthusiasm at the base and competitive greatness at the top, explained block by block with his own commentary and Carty's devotional applications. It is the clearest single presentation of the pyramid.
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you want to understand the pyramid properly rather than see it on a poster.
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you dislike the faith-based reflections paired with each block.
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Three things you will actually use
- Success is peace of mind from knowing you did your best.
- Industriousness and enthusiasm are the cornerstones.
- Build from the base; do not chase the apex.
Do this first
Rate yourself honestly on the five foundation blocks and work on the lowest.
Our verdict
The pyramid, block by block.
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