the pyramid of success

                                      Pyramid of Success

                       The Pyramid of Success
                        John Wooden
                             25 blocks

  

                       

Block 1: Industriousness

"There is no substitute for work. Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning."

Block 2: Enthusiasm

"It is the engine that powers all blocks of the Pyramid. It is why I chose Industriousness and Enthusiasm as the cornerstones of my Pyramid of Success. It is where everything begins."

Block 3: Friendship

"Comes from mutual esteem, respect and devotion. Like marriage it must not be taken for granted but requires a joint effort."

Block 4: Loyalty

"To yourself and to all those depending upon you. Keep your self-respect."

Block 5: Cooperation

"With all levels of your co-workers. Listen if you want to be heard. Be interested in finding the best way, not in having your own way. "

Block 6: Ambition (For noble goals)

Block 7: Self-Control

"Practice self-discipline and keep emotions under control. Good judgement and common sense are essential."

Block 8: Alertness

"Be observing constantly. Stay open-minded. Be eager to learn and improve."

Block 9: Initiative

"Cultivate the ability to make decisions and think alone. Do not be afraid of failure, but learn from it."

Block 10: Intentness

"Set a realistic goal. Concentrate on its achievement by resisting all temptations and being determined and persistent."

Block 11: Sincerity (keeps friends)

Block 12: Adaptability (to any situation)

Block 13: Condition

"Mental-Moral-Physical. Rest, exercise and diet must be considered. Moderation must be practiced. Dissipation must be eliminated." 

Block 14: Skill

"A knowledge of and the ability to properly and quickly execute the fundamentals. Be prepared and cover every little detail."

Block 15:  Team Spirit

"A genuine consideration for others. An eagerness to sacrifice personal interests of glory for the welfare of all."

Block 16: Honesty (in thought and action)

"Honesty is the best policy." (Ben Franklin)

Block 17: Resourcefulness (proper judgment)

 “Make the most out of what you have.” (Anonymous)

"If you have a dream, if you have something you've always wanted to do, look within yourself because that is where resourcefulness resides; and go for it. (Jennifer Witterick)

Block 18: Poise

"Just being yourself. Being at ease in any situation."

Block 19: Confidence 

"Thorough preparation breeds confidence" Gerald Bell in
"The Carolina Way"

Block 20: Reliability (creates respect)

Block 21: Fight (determined effort)

Block 22: Competitive Greatness

" Be at your best when your best is needed. Enjoyment of a difficult challenge.

 Do your best and put efforrt into what you are doing and youll start to enjoy every little thing you do everything gets easier when you try

Block 23: ntegrity (purity of intention)I

Purity of intention is really a reflection of the heart, and having a pure heart is so important that I placed it near the top of the pyramid, just under patience. The heart of a person with integrity always wants to do what’s right, once he or she is sure what ‘right’ is.