The Pyramid of Success John Wooden 25 blocks Block 1 : Industriousness "There is no substitute for work. Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning." What this is trying ti say is that there are other thing in life This means hard work. For everything you do, you must show hard work. When you start to work, the manager always wants to see that you're a hard worker. You care about your job that you will get everything done without hesitation. There would be no slacking off or distractions. Before anything, you must have a plan. How you're going to get where you want to be and how you are going to accomplish it. 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." Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation, and a pinch of creativity. I believe having