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
As a leader, you will receive a large amount of praise and criticism and you should not unduly affected by either. — 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
Leaders must have patience for those under your supervision. Don't expect too much too soon. Maybe it was easy for you, but… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
I believe one of the requirements of good leadership is the ability to listen - really listen - to those in your… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Great leaders are always out front with a banner, instead of behind with a whip. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
While you, the leader, can teach many things, character is not taught easily to adults who arrive at your desk lacking it.… — John Wooden Copy Share Image
There is no more powerful leadership tool than your own personal example. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
An effective leader allows exceptions to the rule for exceptional results or when circumstance demands. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
“Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty (Proverbs 21:5).” — John Wooden Copy Share Image
Effective leaders are, first and foremost, good teachers. We're in the education business. — John Wooden Copy Share Image
A good banker isn't careless with pennies; a good leader isn't sloppy about details. — 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
