Lead, don't drive. And give credit. Don't blame. If an officer on your team suggested something and it worked well, give them… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
A strong leader accepts blame and gives the credit. A weak leader gives blame and accepts the credit. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
No individual should take the blame for a loss, because no individual should get the credit for a victory. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
The leader has to command the respect of all those under his supervision - and he must be open to those under… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Defense is a definite part of the game, and a great part of defense is learning to play it without fouling. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
“It's not so important who starts the game but who finishes it. -John wooden” — John wooden Copy Share Image
“I remain convinced to this day that compassion like that—sincerely caring for your players and maintaining an active interest in their lives, concerns, and… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I'm not going to say I was opposed to the Vietnam War. I'm going to say I'm opposed to war. But I'm also opposed… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating...too often fathers neglect it because they get so caught up in making a… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Approval is a greater motivator than disapproval, but we have to disapprove on occasion when we correct. It’s necessary. I make corrections only after… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Each of us has a huge capacity to learn and to achieve. Being ever alert makes the task of becoming all we are capable… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Stay the course. When thwarted try again; harder; smarter. Persevere relentlessly. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
