• 1:24 - Applying “directness” to communication between Russ and his players.
• 2:56 - In Russ’ experience, has being direct with his athletes ever backfired?
• 4:51 - Has there ever been a time where Russ has avoided being direct?
• 7:48 - Does Russ communicate differently with a group of athletes compared to individuals? And how does he adjust?
• 10:05 - What kind of messages should coaches communicate to their athletes when they are successful (e.g. winning streak, defending champions).
• 14:06 - How did Russ address his program’s 109-match winning streak?
• 17:02 - Describing Russ’ approach to the recruiting process.
• 18:13 - When communicating with recruits, how directly involved was Russ?
• 21:37 - How did Russ cultivate the key components/characteristics of his championship teams?
• 23:12 - What statistics does Russ value and why does he value them?
• 27:29 - Russ’ advice for new and aspiring coaches.
• 29:31 - Would Russ want to work with coaches outside of just volleyball?

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