John Wooden

It is impossible to attain proper physical condition without being sound both mentally and morally.

John Wooden

It is normal to enjoy praise and dislike criticism. True character is when you prevent either from affecting you in a negative matter.

John Wooden

It is what we learn after we think we know it all, that counts.

John Wooden

It’s always about focusing not on the mistakes but on the lessons learned from them.

John Wooden

It’s not what you teach, it’s what you emphasize.

John Wooden

Just try to be the best you can be; never cease trying to be the best you can be. That’s in your power.

John Wooden

Kindness makes for much better teamwork.

John Wooden

Knowledge is not enough to get desired results. You must have the more elusive ability to teach and to motivate. This defines a leader; if you can’t teach and you can’t motivate, you can’t lead.

John Wooden

Lead, don’t drive. And give credit. Don’t blame. If an officer on your team suggested something and it worked well, give them credit. If it doesn’t work well, you take the blame because you made the decision.

John Wooden

Leaders must have patience for those under your supervision. Don’t expect too much too soon. Maybe it was easy for you, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to be easy for somebody else. Be sure you have patience.

John Wooden