by Craig Impelman | Aug 2, 2017 | Blog
There are five character qualities on each side of the blocks on the Pyramid of Success that Coach Wooden referred to as the “mortar” that held the other blocks together. These character qualities bond the other 15 character traits and make them sturdy, solid and...
by Craig Impelman | Jul 19, 2017 | Blog
Confidence is defined on Coach Wooden’s Pyramid of Success as, “Respect without fear. May come from being prepared and keeping all things in proper perspective.” This definition reflects one of Coach’s favorite quotes: “Failure to prepare is preparing to fail.” He...
by Craig Impelman | Jul 12, 2017 | Blog
On the fourth tier of Coach Wooden’s Pyramid of Success are Poise and Confidence. Poise is defined as: “Just being yourself. Being at ease in any situation. Never fighting yourself.” Related: How Coach Wooden Created the Pyramid of Success “Poise is much like...
by Craig Impelman | Jun 28, 2017 | Blog
Skill is defined on Coach Wooden’s Pyramid of Success as “A knowledge of and the ability to properly and quickly execute the fundamentals. Be prepared and cover every little detail.” The result of knowledge and preparation, skill is an essential part of achieving...
by Craig Impelman | Jun 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
Coach Wooden was deliberate about the placement of the blocks on his Pyramid of Success, and placed at the center three traits he believed formed the core of his philosophy: “One of the most important organs in our body is the heart. Three outstanding...
