778 Quotes by John Wooden

Surround yourself with people strong enough to change your mind.

Not everyone is equipped to be a leader, but in a sense, everyone is a leader to someone, even though you're not equipped. I think parents are a leader to youngsters, teacher are leaders, coaches are leaders, businessmen are leaders.

When it's over and you look in the mirror, did you do the best you were capable of? If yes, you will probably be ok with the outcome

Decisions are more apt to be accepted when you've listened to suggestions first. I wanted them to see the reason behind what I asked of them, not to do things just because I said so.

Over-coaching can be more harmful than under-coaching. Keep it simple!

You can lose when you outscore somebody in a game, and you can win when you're outscored.

People want to believe you are sincerely interested in them as a person, not just what they can do for you.

Details create success.

A leader must listen to those under their supervision.