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Wooden on Leadership: How to Create a Winning Organizaion
A "Wall Street Journal" Bestseller
A compelling look inside the mind and powerful leadership methods of America's coaching legend, John Wooden
""Team spirit, loyalty, enthusiasm, determination. . . . Acquire and keep these traits and success should follow.""
--Coach John Wooden"
John Wooden's goal in 41 years of coaching never changed; name
...moreHardcover, 256 pages
Published
April 5th 2005
by McGraw-Hill
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I've heard of John Wooden most of my life, but hadn't really studied this remarkable man/coach until I read this autobiography. His midwestern modesty coupled with his drive for constant improvement set this teacher apart. Among the many lessons I gleaned from this book:
1) Those who weaken themselves physically often fall prey to an assortment of lapses in the area of good judgement. p.44
2) Managing egos--the over- and under-inflated, the forceful and the fragile--is on...more
1) Those who weaken themselves physically often fall prey to an assortment of lapses in the area of good judgement. p.44
2) Managing egos--the over- and under-inflated, the forceful and the fragile--is on...more
This is one of the best books on leadership I've read. Wooden was a highly successful basketball coach at UCLA for years and this book breaks down some of his ideas and philosophy on life, not just basketball. It contains the pyramid of success which is a list of attributes that successful leaders have. Additionally, one main theme throughout the book is based on the question you can ask yourself: "Are you at your best when your best is needed?" The attributes in the pyramid offer ...more
We live in a time where we, society, are acutely aware of the issues that confront human existence. Cancer, AIDS, war, global warming, getting the IT guy to fix my computer and more, are problems we face today, and, if not dealt with now, tomorrow.
It is not in haste to say that we cannot conquer these obstacles alone; it will require the input and work from people around the world. But who will lead these communities, local and global? Who will unite (wo)men of all stripes to act ...more
It is not in haste to say that we cannot conquer these obstacles alone; it will require the input and work from people around the world. But who will lead these communities, local and global? Who will unite (wo)men of all stripes to act ...more
John Wooden is a college basketball coaching legend, so i was interested in his leadership methods. over his many years of coaching, he developed an extremely detailed system for molding young men into championship teams. clearly he put a lot of work and thought into the system, but in the end i did not sense that this approach was very applicable to business world situations. the coach's many examples of dealing with great players and outsized personalities were instructive as were his basi...more
"Coach" has really defined what it means to be a team. His book on leadership defined those qualities it takes to lead a team on the floor and off the floor. His priciples apply to anyone not just basketball players and coaches. I really liked his side notes and personal letters that were in the book.
Tony Dungy and John Wooden are two of the greatest leaders of young men and athletes. I have been trying to think of ways to incorporate the pyramid of success in my life on a daily basis. I think high school seniors should read this to get a better perspective of what life is about.
This is an absolute must read for anyone who is in leadership or wishes to be in leadership. As with any great book that is based on principles, this book applies well to any field, activity or endeavor. Very easy to read.
My B-school classmate said it best - Wooden is full of "palindromic platitude," but they obviously work (10 national championships), so you can't help but love this book.
If you want to lead anybody in anything this is a good book. Not a great theology book. Actually bad theology.
This book is a combination of basketball strategies and life lessons. Since I never plan to coach basketball, I read it to get a better understanding of who John Wooden was and why he was so revered (as an UCLA alum, I bought it at Costco where John was having a book signing a couple of years ago which is why I had the book in the first place). I found the book engaging for the most part and have a lot of appreciation and respect for what John had to offer. I tend to be a "night stand r...more
Amazing book, the best thing I took away was to not compare yourself to others. Great life lessons.
A great leader. He built men, not just basketball players. His success was extraordinary.
It was a lot about style. It's a quotable book.
So far one of the BEST motivational books I have ever read. John Wooden is a genius on the subject of leadership. I wold take his advice any day!
Excellent!
Great
Not only a great perspective on how to lead, but also on how to deal with people in a way that is respectful, while at the same time pushing them to reach their fullest potential.
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This guy is a guru. Read, learn, and enjoy.
I have read only two books by Coach John Wooden, but I will be getting them all. What an inspiration and amazing man. His insights and teachings go far beyond the basketball court. Get one of his books and if you aren't impressed, let me know and I will buy the book from you!
A pretty excellent book on leadership. Wooden was one of the all time great NCAA college coaches. His lessons and insights apply whatever your job or position in life.
Great leadership theories and pyramid system. Applicable to many areas. The basketball training regimens and some stories became somewhat exhausting by the end.
Frankly, a great book on leadership. Wooden recounts his experiences as a leader while guiding his UCLA basketball team to numerous college championships.
Excellent book on John Wooden's philosophy of coaching. Something we can all earn from. Such a great man!
The secrets to the most successful coach ever... His concepts relate with coaching, business, and life
Great as his first. He takes time to elaborate on items that is not available in the first book.
This book is awesome! It continues to inspire me to achieve "Competitive Greatness"!
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excellent book on leadership with his actual examples about how he created the pyramid of success
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John Robert Wooden is a retired American basketball coach. He is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player (class of 1961) and as a coach (class of 1973). He was the first person ever enshrined in both categories; only Lenny Wilkens and Bill Sharman have since been so honored. His 10 NCAA National Championships in a 12 year period while at UCLA are unmatched by any other college bas...more
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