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.