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Struggling with Ambition? John Wooden spent years mastering this exact challenge. This collection captures their most practical insights on Ambition, each quote backed by source context so you can trace the thinking. Whether you need immediate guidance or long-term frameworks, John Wooden's approach cuts through the noise and gives you actionable wisdom. Use this archive whenever you're making decisions about Ambition and need clarity from someone who's been there.
"You cannot lead if you are not excited about the mission."
"We don't want to be as good as the competition. We want to be better than the competition."
"The best competition I have is against myself to become better."
"I wanted our players to be in the best condition of any team in the country."
"Ambition is a good thing, but it must be tempered with honesty and integrity."
"Whatever you do in life, surround yourself with smart people who'll argue with you."
"I never wanted our opponents to be in better condition than we were."
"Passion is the difference between being good and being great."
"Don't measure yourself by what you have accomplished, but by what you should have accomplished with your ability."
"Great things are accomplished only by the enthusiastic."
"You must have a passion for learning."
"Patience is the key to unlocking our full potential."
Book: Wooden: A Lifetime of Observations and Reflections on and off the Court
"Enthusiasm is the most contagious quality in leadership."
"Physical conditioning is a prerequisite for competitive greatness."
"The best way to build confidence in a team is to build confidence in the individuals."
"Do not let making a living prevent you from making a life."
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