Coach Wooden's Greatest Secret: The Power of a Lot of Little Things Done Well - Hardcover

Williams, Pat

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9780800722760: Coach Wooden's Greatest Secret: The Power of a Lot of Little Things Done Well

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ISBN 10: 0800722760 ISBN 13: 9780800722760

Publisher: Revell, 2014

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At the first practice of each season, legendary coach John Wooden taught his players how to put on their socks and shoes a very particular way. When asked about this, he replied, "The little things matter. All I need is one little wrinkle in one sock to put a blister on one foot--and it could ruin my whole season. I started teaching about shoes and socks early in my career, and I saw that it really did cut down on blisters during the season. That little detail gave us an edge." Coach Wooden knew the long-term impact of little things done well.

Now Pat Williams takes Coach Wooden's lesson, along with stories of people whose lives have exemplified the importance of little things done well, and shows readers how the small things one does or doesn't do drastically affect one's integrity, reputation, health, career, faith, and success. People who want to do their best in life, family, work, and faith will benefit from this entertaining and inspirational book.

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From the Inside Flap:

"A must-read for anyone who aspires to achieve excellence in any profession. In this book, Pat and Coach Wooden provide you with a blueprint for success."--Bill Polian, NFL analyst for ESPN; former NFL executive

"Coach John Wooden was a man of great simplicity in every area of his life. Now, Pat Williams has captured Coach's greatest secret in this powerful little book. Don't hesitate; start reading."--Dom Capers, defensive coordinator, Green Bay Packers; former head coach, Carolina Panthers and Houston Texans

"A truly great read . . . filled with motivation, inspiration, and life lessons for all of us."--Brady Hoke, head football coach, University of Michigan

"Pat Williams captures the essence of Coach Wooden's core value. Read this book and apply the lessons to achieve excellence in your life."--Mike McCarthy, head football coach, Green Bay Packers

"Coach Wooden's Greatest Secret has kept me engaged from start to finish. I can't believe there is so much wisdom packed between two covers."--Charlie Strong, head football coach, University of Louisville|Pat Williams is senior vice president of the NBA's Orlando Magic. He has more than fifty years of professional sports experience, has written dozens of books, including the popular Coach Wooden and The Difference You Make, and is one of America's most sought-after motivational speakers. Find out more at www.patwilliams.com.

Jim Denney is a full-time freelance writer with more than one hundred published books to his credit. His collaborative titles include Reggie White in the Trenches; Undefeated, with Bob and Brian Griese; and numerous books with Pat Williams, including Go for the Magic, Coach Wooden, and The Difference You Make.

From the Back Cover:

"The little things matter. All I need is one little wrinkle in one sock to put a blister on one foot--and it could ruin my whole season. I started teaching about shoes and socks early in my career, and I saw that it really did cut down on blisters during the season. That little detail gave us an edge."--Coach John Wooden

Coach Wooden knew the long-term impact of little things done well.

Now Pat Williams takes Coach Wooden's lesson, along with stories of people like Walt Disney, Steve Jobs, and more, and shows you how the small things you do or don't do dramatically affect your integrity, reputation, health, career, faith, and success. You can live a life of excellence that is worthy of emulation. This inspiring book will show you how it's done.

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