Believe Quote by John Wooden
“Profound responsibilities come with teaching and coaching. You can do so much good–or harm. It’s why I believe that next to parenting, teaching and coaching are the two most important professions in the world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Wooden on Leadership" by John Wooden, 1995
Teaching and coaching wield great influence, capable of shaping lives positively or negatively.
In simple terms: Educators hold powerful responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Teach responsibly and ethically.
Themes
education
responsibility
influence
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- classroom
- sports teams
- mentoring programs
Key Concepts
ethics
leadership
impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teachers ensure they do more good than harm?
- What safeguards can be placed?
A Different Perspective
Impact depends on personal integrity.
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