The Pyramid of Success

The Pyramid of Success 

John Wooden

Block 1: Industriousness

"There is no substitute for work. Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning." 

This means that we all have to work hard in order to be successful in life. If we are dedicated to choosing the right...

Block 2: Enthusiasm

"It is the engine that powers all blocks of the Pyramid. It is why I chose Industriousness and Enthusiasm as the cornerstones of my Pyramid of Success. It is where everything begins."

Block 3: Friendship

"Comes from mutual esteem, respect and devotion. Like marriage it must not be taken for granted but requires a joint effort."  

Block 4: Loyalty

"To yourself and to all those depending upon you. Keep your self-respect."

Block 5: Cooperation

"With all levels of your co-workers. Listen if you want to be heard. Be interested in finding the best way, not in having your own way. "

Block 6: Ambition (For noble goals)

Block 7: Self-Control

"Practice self-discipline and keep emotions under control. Good judgement and common sense are essential."

Block 8: Alertness

"Be observing constantly. Stay open-minded. Be eager to learn and improve."

Block 9: Initiative

"Cultivate the ability to make decisions and think alone. Do not be afraid of failure, but learn from it."  

Block 10: Intentness

"Set a realistic goal. Concentrate on its achievement by resisting all temptations and being determined and persistent."  

Block 11: Sincerity (keeps friends)

Block 12: Adaptability (to any situation)

Block 13: Condition

"Mental-Moral-Physical. Rest, exercise and diet must be considered. Moderation must be practiced. Dissipation must be eliminated." 

Block 14: Skill

"A knowledge of and the ability to properly and quickly execute the fundamentals. Be prepared and cover every little detail."

Block 15:  Team Spirit

"A genuine consideration for others. An eagerness to sacrifice personal interests of glory for the welfare of all."

Block 16: Honesty (in thought and action)

"Honesty is the best policy." (Ben Franklin)

Block 17: Resourcefulness (proper judgment)

 “Make the most out of what you have.” (Anonymous)

"If you have a dream, if you have something you've always wanted to do, look within yourself because that is where resourcefulness resides; and go for it. (Jennifer Witterick)

Block 18: Poise

"Just being yourself. Being at ease in any situation."

Block 19: Confidence 

"Thorough preparation breeds confidence" Gerald Bell in

"The Carolina Way"

Block 20: Reliability (creates respect)

Block 21: Fight (determined effort)

Block 22: Competitive Greatness

" Be at your best when your best is needed. Enjoyment of a difficult challenge."

Block 23: Integrity (purity of intention)

Block 24: Faith (through prayer)

Believe and Achieve. Positive belief.

Block 25: Patience (good things take time)

FINAL REFLECTION:
Write one final reflection, at least 25 sentences or 300 words, on the 25 blocks of the Pyramid of Success. Include this reflection at the end of your Pyramid of Success post. Include a picture or two. 

 These blocks can benefit not only me but everyone as well. By following these blocks you can accomplish some goals you set yourself to do. Even if you don't think it'll be possible, you just have to try harder and be patient because it's not always going to happen right away. It takes time. The blocks that apply to me are patience because before I wouldn't have much patience but now I'm starting to become patient since I know that not everything is going to happen so quickly. It takes time. Also faith because I believe in myself to do better, but not only myself but others as well. The differences the blocks are making in my life is that they are helping become successful at thing I want to succeed at. Such as my classwork and homework, I think of the blocks and it gets me more focused on completing them to get a good grade and with that good grade I am getting closer and closer to becoming successful. The way I will pass this information to someone is by showing them this blog and they read the blocks and I explain to them how great they are and how it actually helps them become successful by following them step by step.