Quotes by Rick Pitino

“The only way to get people to like working hard is to motivate them. Today, people must understand why theyre working hard. Every individual in an organization is motivated by something different.”

“A man not perfect, but of heart so high, of such heroic rage, That even his hopes became a part of earths eternal heritage.”

“Little did he know what was going on behind the scenes.”

“I just dont deal with the negativity. I cant get involved in that side of it. I dont understand it, and you cant let it take away from your life and what you are trying to do.”

“Nobody weve played this season, ... has come with this much size, this much talent and this much experience. North Carolina and Georgia Tech probably have the most overall talent. Now that theyre healthy, theyre probably believing they can do it.”

“Their guys have so much experience theyre on Social Security. Theyre getting checks. Theyve been around. They play like a pro team. They run about 70 percent pick-and-roll. They force traps. They force you to switch. If it was a series, Georgia Tech would probably beat us.”

“Bob Huggins, a lot of times, is misunderstood. Hes someone who cares a great deal about his players. He wants to see them do well and he really goes the extra yard for players.”

“Theyre going to have to get a coach as good as Bob Huggins, and thats not easy to find. But if they can attract someone of the caliber of Bob Huggins, they can certainly continue.”

Humility is the true key to success. Successful people lose their way at times. They often embrace and overindulge from the fruits of success. Humility halts this arrogance and self-indulging trap. Humble people share the credit and wealth, remaining focused and hungry to continue the journey of success.

Tackle the difficult things first in the morning make changes in the way you network. Treat everyone with respect and dignity. This stops you from cynicism and negativity. End your day with that same attitude you started. Renew your contract with a day well completed.

Failure is good. Its fertilizer. Everything Ive learned about coaching, Ive learned from making mistakes.

Technology is a compulsive and addictive way to live. Verbal communication cannot be lost because of a lack of skill. The ability to listen and learn is key to mastering the art of communication. If you dont use your verbal skills and networking, it will disappear rapidly. Use technology wisely.

Basketball has consumed me since the age of 7 or 8. I dont know what I would do without it.

Id learned how much happiness money can bring you. Very little.

Tackle the difficult things first in the morning make changes in the way you network. Treat everyone with respect and dignity. This stops you from cynicism and negativity. End your day with that same attitude you started. Renew your contract with a day well completed.

The one thing Ive always said: Let your family and close friends be the judge of who you are as a person. Dont worry about being judged by others who dont know you, because your family and close friends know what youre all about, good and bad.