Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Devin and I live in the Seattle area with my wife Brittney and sons JC and Luke. I’ve briefly thought about writing in the past but didn’t commit to it until recently end then decided to write 2 books and more to come!
My books come from my experience and passions which have to do with workplace culture, teamwork, leadership, career planning, etc.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is called Super Manager and it was inspired from the fact that most workplaces are not great, most people do not enjoy work and it’s become something of a joke or badge or honor and bosses are one of the root cause reasons for work being terrible.
But it’s not completely their fault. Nearly all companies don’t do enough and/or the right things to fully develop their people managers and this book is based on thorough research that addresses just that.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like it to be approachable and straightforward and even fun. I know I like to read things with great, deep ideas that change my perspectives and life but presented in a tangible and enjoyable way.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
All of Pat Lencioni’s books but especially Organizational Health, Stan McCrystal’s Team of Teams, Tom Peters, Mark Miller,
What are you working on now?
2 books, 1 on teamwork and another on company culture.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Amazon is the primary platform I’m using to publish and promote my books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just go for it, write the books don’t be too worried about perfection.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Creating something new is hard. It’s not likely to be a win right out the gate. Most “overnight successes” were years in the making.
What are you reading now?
Tom Peters’ The Excellence Dividend
What’s next for you as a writer?
Promoting my books more and growing my related teaching and consulting business.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
The Bible, Organizational Health, Principles, Team of Teams.
Author Websites and Profiles
Devin Craig Website