The Pyramid of Success
The Mortar
To the left and right of the Pyramid of Success, there are 10 more blocks that Coach Wooden called “The Mortar” – the left is referred to as “The Force of the Human Spirit” and the right is referred to as “The Strength of Human Character.”
Surrounding the top inner-block (Competitive Greatness) is part of The Pinnacle (Faith and Patience).
The Pinnacle
Faith
Through prayer.
Patience
Good things take time.
The Force of the Human Spirit
Ambition
For noble goals.
Adaptability
To any situation.
Resourcefulness
Proper judgment.
Fight
Determined effort.
The Strength of Human Character
Sincerity
Keeps friends.
Honesty
In thoughts and action.
Reliability
Creates respect.
Integrity
Purity of intention.
In total, with the inner-blocks and the mortar, there are 25 words that make up the Pyramid of Success.
We call these 25 Proven Behaviors That Produce True Success.
