Top 15 John Wooden Quotes

Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.

Don't mistake activity with achievement.

The true test of a man’s character is what he does when no one is watching.

If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have the time to do it over?

The best thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.

Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.

Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there.

Never make excuses. Your friends don't need them and your foes won't believe them.

Seek opportunities to show you care. The smallest gestures often make the biggest difference.

Be true to yourself.
Make each day your masterpiece.
Help others.
Drink deeply from good books.
Make friendship a fine art.
Build a shelter against a rainy day.
Pray for guidance and give thanks for your blessings every day.

You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one.

It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit.

You can’t live a perfect day until you do something for someone who will never be able to repay you.

Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.

Don't let yesterday take up too much of today.