Pyramid of Success

John Wooden, who coached UCLA basketball from 1948 to 1975, developed a pyramid-shaped set of character traits that are the basis for this 1997 audio program. Aimed at how to promote these traits, the program consists of priceless basketball anecdotes and thoughtful leadership strategies that are offered in a pastiche of studio recordings and live talks. It concludes with a heartfelt chat between Harrick and his late mentor. This is high-impact, practical philosophy that will touch the higher aspirations of anyone who works with young people. Though the principles occasionally sound aphoristic, Harrick delivers them with sincerity and panache. The major sections of the program begin with high-energy music and introductions by an unnamed speaker that are helpful but often performed overzealously. T.W. (c) AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine