Interviews

Your Guitar Is Calling: Dr. Dean Russell on Making Guitar Simple, Practical, and Fun for Beginners

Leadership Lessons From History: Dr. Dean Russell on Turning the Past Into a Playbook for Today

Bigfoot Hunting Project Guide: Dr. Dean Russell on Project Management, Critical Thinking, and the Search for Sasquatch

Chasing the Truth, Not Just Ghosts: Dr. Dean Russell on the Science, Strategy, and Humor Behind Ghost Hunting Guide

Beyond the Music: Dr. Dean Russell on the Psychology of Building a Successful Rock Band

Clearing More Than Space: Dr. Dean Russell on the Psychology, Systems, and Surprising Cost of Clutter

Why Employee Entitlement Is More Complex Than We Think: A Conversation with Dr. Dean Russell

Why Process Doesn’t Have to Be a Dirty Word: Dean Russell on Building Better Businesses Through Humor, Systems, and Simplicity

Resurrecting Bayou Savage: Dean Russell on the Creative Process Behind Resurrection

The Final Encore: Dean Russell on the Creative Process Behind Attack on the Institute

Behind the Music, Mythology, and Mayhem of Ghost Wars: Dean Russell on Creating the World of Bayou Savage

Inside the Career and Creative Process of Dr. Dean Russell

“Noteworthy Book Reviews”

  1. Conquering Employee Entitlement: Balancing Recognition and Rewards, Addressing Unrealistic Expectations

    “Conquering Employee Entitlement by Dr. Dean Russell is an insightful and highly relevant guide that explores the complexities of entitlement in today's multigenerational workforce. Rather than oversimplifying the issue, Russell thoughtfully bridges the gap between generations, helping readers distinguish true employee entitlement from the differing values, expectations, and career goals that naturally exist across age groups.

    Rich with practical examples and compelling case studies, the book reinforces the author's findings while providing readers with actionable strategies they can apply in real-world workplace settings. Conquering Employee Entitlement is an invaluable resource for today's evolving workforce, reminding us that workplace conflict is rarely black and white and that fostering mutual understanding and adjusting expectations can lead to stronger collaboration, improved communication, and a healthier organizational culture.” - Literary Book Reviews

  2. Leadership Lessons From History: Learn from the Past, Change the Future

    “Leadership Lessons From History by Dr. Dean Russell is an insightful and engaging exploration of the timeless qualities that define exceptional leadership. Drawing from influential figures throughout history, Russell transforms pivotal moments into practical lessons that remain remarkably relevant in today's world. Thought-provoking and highly accessible, this is a compelling read for anyone seeking to become a wiser, more effective leader.” -QuickLit Reviews

  3. Process Is My Love Language: Creating a Process-Based Culture

    “The guide YOU NEED that will walk you through the steps to help make your business run smoothly, ethically, and efficiently, while boosting morale. Dean Russell knocks it out of the park.” -LitSpark

  4. Secrets to Being in a Successful Rock Band: Saving Your Mind and Time

    “Dr. Dean Russell’s Secrets to Being in a Successful Rock Band is an insightful and refreshingly practical guide that showcases his impressive ability to blend firsthand musical experience with meaningful lessons about communication, collaboration, and personal growth. Russell’s engaging voice and deep understanding of band dynamics make Secrets to Being in a Successful Rock Band an invaluable read for musicians who want to build stronger relationships, navigate creative differences, and create music together successfully.” -Moonlight Reviews

  5. Easy Beginning Guitar: Your Guitar is Calling “Come Play Me”

    “Easy Beginning Guitar: Your Guitar is Calling "Come Play Me" is the perfect starting point for anyone picking up a guitar for the first time. Clear, practical, and encouraging, it transforms the fundamentals into an enjoyable learning experience and gives beginners the confidence to start playing right away.”- QuickLit Reviews

  6. Ghost Hunting Guide: Optimizing Your Adventure

    “An EXCELLENT book that helps readers learn how to set themselves up for success as they hunt for ghosts. Scientific, informative, and thorough, this guide is perfect for anyone who wants to go on a ghost hunting adventure! Dr. Dean Russell is a genius!” -LitSpark

    PODCAST APPEARANCES

    Elite Spotlight Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elite-spotlight/id6792097376?i=100078549937

    INTERVIEW BETWEEN DEAN RUSSELL AND CO-AUTHOR CHASE WALKER

    In this interview, recorded on November 12, 2009, authors Dean Russell and Chase Walker

    discuss their collaborative book series, Bayou Savage: Guitar Ghost Fighter. The conversation was recorded as bonus content for the Bayou Savage website and covers how the two met, the origin of the book’s concept, their writing partnership, and upcoming projects. Listen here.