Why Is Michael Jordan Successful

Michael Jordan had many struggles in life on his way to success. As he said, “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life….. and that is why I succeed.” I have two questions about Michael’s life. What was the fuel behind Michael Jordan’s competitive nature and how did he overcome obstacles on his way to success? There were multiple reasons why Michael was so competitive. One of the reasons I feel Michael was so competitive is that he came from a large family with five children. He had to entertain his family for attention, and he liked to have an audience. “Young Michael Jordan faced much competition for attention in that busy household, and a life long dynamic was set in place.” (Lazenby 43) Michael’s relationship with his